Models 1550/1553 2-1/2" (63mm) and 4" (100mm) All Stainless Steel Gauges0 pages
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LIQUID FILLED GAUGES
Models 1550/1553 2-1/2" (63mm) and
4" (100mm) All Stainless Steel Gauges
DESCRIPTION
SPECIFICATIONS
The Model 1550 and 1553 are 2-1/2" (63mm) and 4"
(100mm) affordable liquid filled gauges that have all 316
stainless steel wetted parts. They are designed to endure
the harsh environments of chemical and petrochemical
processing plants. Liquid filling extends the life of a dry
gauge in these environments by protecting the movement from vibration and dampening any shocks the
gauge may experience. The liquid filling also improves
readability by minimizing the vibration that is transferred
to the pointer.
SIZES: 2-1/2" (63mm) or 4" (100mm)
t Glycerin is the standard fill fluid, with silicone and
mineral oil available upon request. These gauges are
also available dry, and can be filled at a local distributor
or at your facility.
WINDOW: Tempered glass, sealed with BUNA-N gasket
FEATURES
RANGES: Vacuum – 30"-0 Hg VAC (counterclockwise rotation
with increasing vacuum)
Compound – 30" Hg VAC-0, 0-15 through 0-300 psi
Pressure – 0-15 psi through 0-15000 psi
ACCURACY: 2-1/2" ±3-2-3% FS (Grade B); 4" ±1.0% FS
(Grade A)
BOURDON TUBE: 316 SST
MOVEMENT: SST
DIAL: White aluminum with black markings; black psi inner scale
and blue kPa outer scale; custom dials available in OEM
quantities
POINTER: 63mm – black aluminum; 100mm – black aluminum,
adjustable DIN style
l Low cost all stainless steel construction
l 316 wetted parts
l Liquid filled for long gauge life in harsh environments
l Pressure ranges from 30" Hg through 0-10000 psi for
the 2-1/2" model and 30" Hg through 0-15000 psi for
the 4" model
l Lower mount (LM) in 2-1/2" and 4"; center back
mount (CBM) in 2-1/2"
CASE AND RING:
63mm – For Stem or Center Back Mounting:
300 Series stainless steel, solid back case with stainless steel
crimped ring. BUNA-N multi-function plug with removable
nipple for venting, pressure relief, and liquid fill access
100mm – For Stem Mounting:
300 Series stainless steel, bayonet type ring.
CONNECTION: 316 SST; 63mm – 1/4-NPT; 100mm – 1/2-NPT
l All pressure ranges in inventory
RESTRICTOR: Optional 316 SST, threaded style
Model 1553
Low Pressure Vent Plug
A vent plug with pop-up pin is
used for all low pressure gauges,
from 30" Hg to 30 psi. For gauges
in pressure ranges of 60 psi and
above a standard one piece black
BUNA-N plug is used.
Model 1550
Model Selection Chart
Model Number
Dial Sizes
Mounting
Connection
Socket
Bourdon Tube
Case
Ring
1550
2-1/2"
1553
2-1/2"
Stem
1/4-NPT LM
316 SST
316 SST
Stainless Steel
SST Crimped
Center Back
1/4-NPT CBM
316 SST
316 SST
Stainless Steel
1550
4"
Stem
SST Crimped
1/2-NPT LM
316 SST
316 SST
Stainless Steel
Bayonet Type
On-line order fax: +1 215-323-9450 or e-mail: usg.sales@ametek.com
Sales/Technical Support: +1 215-293-4100 | 205 Keith Valley Road | Horsham PA 19044 U.S.A.
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