Pressure Gauge Options Seven Steps to Select a Pressure Gauge

CODE DESCRIPTION PRESSURE GAUGE TYPE

1. ACCURACY
TEST & PROCESS GAUGES STAINLESS STEEL CASE INDUSTRIAL GAUGES COMMERCIAL GAUGES
3% 0.25%
3-2-
For a mechanical pressure gauge, accuracy is defined as a percentage of the full-scale range.
While requirements differ from one industry to another, the following are general guidelines:
%
2-1 0.5

GENERAL SERVICE

1490/1495 SERIES

1005/1000 SERIES
PROCESS GAUGES

SPECIAL SERVICE
• Test Gauges and Standards: 0.25% through 0.10% full scale accuracies.
-2% 1.0%

1009 (21⁄2 ,̋ 31⁄2˝)

TEST GAUGES

1009 (41⁄2 ,̋ 6˝)

• Critical Processes: 0.5% full scale accuracy.
• General Industrial Processes: 1.0% accuracy. Less Critical Commercial Uses: 2.0% accuracy. Refer to

1008A
1008S

1007P
1001T
ASME B40.100 for more information on accuracy.

XLL 2. DIAL SIZE
PLUS! Performance • • • • Pressure gauge dial sizes range from less than 1˝ to 16˝ diameters. Generally, readability require-
XSF FlutterGuard™ • • • STD •
Nickel plated socket • ments, space limitations and required gauge accuracy determine dial size. Accuracies of 0.25% or
XNP • • 0.5% generally have dial sizes of 41⁄2˝ or larger since more dial graduations are required.
XBF WaII mounting bracket •
XFW Back flange • 3. CASE STYLE / MATERIAL
XFF Front flange • • • • • Environmental considerations include ambient temperature, air-borne particulate, condensation,
XUC U-clamp • • • • STD • humidity, water and chemicals, all of which can affect gauge performance.
XLJ Dry liquid-fillable gauge • • • • Ambient temperature may affect the accuracy and integrity of the gauge. Gauges are available either
XOS Overload stop STD • STD • STD(1) • • temperature compensated or non-temperature compensated. Ambient conditions may require that
XVS Underload stop STD • STD • STD(1) • • the gauge be isolated from temperature extremes. When required, the gauge should be isolated from
XTS Throttle screw • • • • • • • • temperature extremes with a flexible line assembly.
XTU Throttle plug • • • • • When ambient conditions are corrosive, contain a large number of particulate or if the gauge will be
XT4 Throttle plug • • • • exposed to a wet or humid environment like humidity, wash-downs or rain, specify a gauge that is
XT5 Throttle plug • • • STD weatherproof/hermetically sealed or liquid filled.
XT7 Throttle plug • • STD •
XT9 Throttle plug • • • •
XS4 Slotted link movement (decrease) • • • • 4. MEDIA / WETTED PARTS
The wetted parts of the pressure gauge, the Bourdon tube and socket must be compatible with the
XRJ Slotted link (increase) • • • • process media. If not compatible with the wetted parts of the gauge, corrosion will occur. Corrosion
XAP Adjustable pointer STD • • • • of gauge wetted parts will eventually cause gauge failure and possibly safety issues. When the gauge
XMP Micrometer pointer STD • STD STD •
wetted parts are not compatible with the process media, a diaphragm should be considered.
XSH Red set hand stationary • • • • •
XEO Red set hand adjustable • • • • • •
XEP Maximum pointer • • • • • • • 5. CONNECTION SIZE
XEQ Minimum pointer • • • • • Gauges are available with a variety of connections including NPT, DIN, JIS, BSP & SAE. Process
XPD Plastic window • • STD • STD(1) • • STD STD STD STD STD pressure gauges with 41⁄2˝ dial sizes or larger are most often supplied with a 1⁄2˝ NPT connection to
XSG Safety glass • • • • • • best support the gauge. Factors to consider when selecting a pressure gauge connection include
XDA Dial marking • • • • • • • • • • • process pressures, gauge size and weight, space limitations, leak integrity, and past experience.
XNN Paper tag • • • • • • • •
XNH Stainless steel tag • • • • • • • •
XAB Absolute pressure • • • 6. CONNECTION LOCATION
XAJ 1⁄2% optional accuracy STD • • • Consider the following mounting options when selecting a pressure gauge:
XAN 1% optional accuracy STD STD STD • • Stem mount lower connect
• Wall/surface mount lower connect
XRA Retard scale • • • • • •
• Panel mount back connect
XBD Black dial • • • • • • • • • • • •
• U-clamp flush mount back connect, for panel mounting
X6B Oxygen-cleaned gauges (gaseous) • • • • • • • • • •
• Front flange flush mount back connect, for panel mounting
XTB Tip bleed • •
XED High and low electric contacts •
XEE Double high-electric contacts • 7. PRESSURE RANGES
XEF Double low-electric contacts • ASME B40.100 recommends that normal operating pressure be confined to 25%-75% of the
XEG Electric contacts off at low or • scale. If pulsation is present in the process, maximum operating gauge pressure should not exceed
high and in-between 50% of the full-scale range.
XGV Silicone-filled gauge • • • • • CONCLUSION
XGX Halocarbon-filled gauge • • • • To properly select a pressure gauge, consider the gauge process, range, environment, accuracy, dial
XCH Carrying handle • size, connection and mounting requirements.
XC4 Calibration Chart • • • • • • • •
NOTES: The options listed above are only a partial listing. For other options on these or other pressure instruments please call the factory for availability. Not
all variations available for each size, connection, range in a specific gauge, model/type. Minimums may also apply.
    (1) Available on 40mm and 50mm.

All specifications are subject to change without notice. Ashcroft Inc., 250 East Main Street, Stratford, CT 06614 USA
All sales subject to standard terms and conditions. Tel: 203-378-8281 • Fax: 203-385-0408
© Ashcroft Inc. 2017, Ash Bul G-7, Rev A, 03/17 email: info@ashcroft.com • www.ashcroft.com
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Pressure Gauge Selection 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
CASE PROCESS MEDIA CONNECTION CONN.
ACCURACY DIAL SIZE RANGE
STYLE MATERIALM (GAUGE WETTED PARTS) SIZE LOCATION

Inches of Water - incl. IW vacuum and compound

0 -100,000 psi (including vacuum & compound)

316 Stainless Steel / Aluminum Bronze Socket

0-10,000 psi (including vacuum & compound)

0-15,000 psi (including vacuum & compound)

0-20,000 psi (including vacuum & compound)

0-30,000 psi (including vacuum & compound)

0-1000 psi (including vacuum & compound)

0-6000 psi (including vacuum & compound)

0-7000 psi (including vacuum & compound)

0-2000 psi (including vacuum & compound)

0-600 psi (including vacuum & compound)
316 Stainless Steel / Carbon Steel Socket
PRODUCT MODEL

1% at 0, 2% 3⁄4 scale, 5% last 1/4 scale

CATEGORY NUMBER

Beryllium Copper / Brass Socket

Inconel Tube, 316 SS Socket

Thermoset / Thermoplastic

Bronze/Brass Socket

0-5 psid to 150 psid

0-5 psid to 100 psid

316 Stainless Steel

0-1 IWID to 60 IWD

0-1 psid to 60 psid

11/2 Inches, 40 mm

2.0 Inches, 50mm

2.5 Inches, 63mm

0-1IWD to 25 IWD
4 Inches, 100mm

6 Inches, 160mm

1/4˝ High Pressure

Tri-Clamp Type
Stainless Steel

Stainless Steel
2% at setpoint

3%, 2%, 3%

Black Metal
0.05% Span

0.10% Span

0.25% Span

Open Front

Solid Front
2%,1%,2%
0.5% Span

1.5% Span

1.6% Span

11/4 Inches

3.5 Inches

4.5 Inches

8.5 Inches

Aluminum

Aluminum
12 Inches
1% Span

2% Span

Absolute
3 Inches

In-Line
1/4 NPT

1/2 NPT
⁄8 NPT
23mm

Lower
Monel

Back
1
2089 • • • • • • • • • •
GAUGES

2086 • • • • • • • • • •
TEST

2084 • • • • • • • • • •
1084 • • • • • • • •
1082 • • • • • • • • • • • •
1187 • • • • • • • • • • •
1188 • • • • • • • • • • • •
1189 • • • • • • • • • • • • •
1279 • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
PROCESS
GAUGES

1290 • • • • • • • • • •
1377 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
1379 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
2462 • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
1259 • • • • • • • • • •
T5500 • • • • • • • • • • • • •
T6500 • • • • • • • • • • • • •
1008S • • • • • • • • • • •
1008S • • • • • • • • • • •
STAINLESS STEEL CASE &

1008S(02C) • • • • • • • • •
INDUSTRIAL GAUGES

1009 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
1109 • • • • • • • • •
1010 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
1017 • • • • • • • • • • • •
1220 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
1020S • • • • • • • • • •
1038 • • • • • • • • •
1339 • • • • • • • •
1150H • • • • • • • •
1122 • • • • • • • •
1490 • • • • • • • • • • •
1495 • • • • • • • • • • •
1125 • • • • • • • • •
1125A • • • • • • • • • •
5503 • • • • • • • • • • •
DIFFERENTIAL

5509 • • • • • • • • • • •
GAUGES

1127 • • • • • • • • • •
1128 • • • • • • • • • •
1130 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
1131 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
1132 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
1133 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
1134 • • • • • • • • • • •
SANITARY 1032 • • • • • • • • • • • • •
1036 • • • • • • • • •
GAUGES 2030 Series • • • • • • • •
8008A • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
1001T • • • • • • • • • • • •
1005 • • • • • • • • • • • • •
COMMERCIAL

1005P • • • • • • • • • • • • •
1005M,XRG • • • • • • • •
GAUGES

1005S • • • • • • • • • • •
1000 • • • • • • • •
1007P • • • • • • • • •
1008A • • • • • • • • • •
2071A • • • • • • • •
12DDG/15DDG • • • • • • • • • •
23DDG • • • • • • • •
2089 • • • • • • • • •
GAUGES
DIGITAL

2086 • • • • • • • • •
2084 • • • • • • • • •
2070 Series • • • • • • • • • • •
DG25 • • • • • • • • •
NOTE: Some model numbers may not be available in all sizes, ranges and connections. All specifications are subject to change without notice. Ashcroft Inc., 250 East Main Street, Stratford, CT 06614 USA
All sales subject to standard terms and conditions. Tel: 203-378-8281 • Fax: 203-385-0408
© Ashcroft Inc. 2017, Ash Bul G-7, Rev A, 03/17 email: info@ashcroft.com • www.ashcroft.com