Basically, a Bourdon pressure gauge consists of a tube

coiled into a spiral shape or helix, or formed into a C

shape, so that when the pressure increases, the tube will
straighten out. The tube will have an oval cross-section
and, usually, one end will be connected to the pressure
source. The tube pressure gauge is usually attached to a
pointing device or dial so that the slight movements of
the tube as it straightens out under pressure can be
easily seen and accurately measured in pounds per
square inch (psi) or another measurement system.
1pound per square inch = 6 894.75729 pascals