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Extra High Capacity Chambers

High Capacity Triexiel Chambers

Function

Function

Dernountable chambers tor triaxial testing in various loading devices,

For triaxial testing in various loading devices.

Testing Standards

Testing Stetuieros

ASTM D-2850 (Model T-163 only).

ASTM 0-2850 (Model T-160 only).

Specificatons

Specifications

Refer to mode! number below.

Sample Size.
15,000 lbs. (680 kgl.
Load
Capaeity.
200 psi (1380 kPa) max.
Lateral
Polished aluminum
Pressure.
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sleeve; 1,. diam.
Cyllnder
Base.
Aluminurn; 12' x 12".
Head.
~
CylindC'8:.
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_'":';:.a"m,xc:-.1:,'c-/'4t".':h..:.:c'.i,c.:''ck':---:--;--;--,Port
Clear
plastic
Opaque
latcx;windows.
0.014" nominal thickness; one doz. included.
Holes.
Porous
corundum;
two inc!uded.
One pad
each al OT-1,
DT-2 and OT-3.
Filter
_.
Discs.
Models
Membran
Includes
es.
Data valves and fittings Ior controllines. Model T-160 shown.
Sheets.
T-160. For 4" diam. X 8" 1. samples. 2 port holes.

T-162. For 6" diam.

Sample Size.
Reler to model number below.
Load
20,000 lbs.(9,074 kg).
Ceoecitv. Lateral 250 psi (1724 kPa) max.
Steel; with .steel gland.
Pressure.
Lapped stainless stee! in bronze retaining s!eeve; 1"
Cylinder
diarn.
Head. Loading
Slael plate; 8" x S'" x 2" thick
Pistan. Base.
Sieel; 6" diam. x 1/4" thick; two port holes.
Cyiinder.
Semi-permanent.
Mountng.
Porous corundum: 2 per sample size
Filter Discs.
indicated by model number.
Data
Membranes.
Opaque latex; 0.014" nominal thiekness; 1
Sheets.
doz. per sample size indieated

Models
Includes valves byand
fittings lor controllines.
rnodel.
T-163. For 2.8" One
diarn.
5" 1.DT-1,
sarnples.
padx eaeh
OT-2 and DT-3.
T-164. For 2.8" and 4,0" diam. samples.

12" 1. sarnples. 4 port hales.

Weights

Weights

T-163; Net 93.lbs.; Shpg 108 lbs.

T-164 Net 96 lbs" Shpg 1121bs.

T-160; Net 57 lbs.; Shpq. 65 lbs.

T-162; Net 67 lbs.: Shpg. 75 lbs.

Replacement Parts

Replacement Petts

T-304. Porous Corundum Stone. 2.8" diam. X 1/4" thick.

T-306. Porous Corundum Stone. 4.0" diam. X 1/4" thick. Net WI. 1/4 lb.
(O1 kg); Shpg WI. 1/2 lb. (0.23 kg).
T-610. Triaxiaf Membranes. 2.8" diam. X 10" l.: one doz.
T-614. Triaxial Membranes. 4.0" diam. X 12" l.: one doz. Shpg. Wt. 1 lb.
OT-l. Initial Data and Water content Sheets. 8-1/2" x 11"; pad 01 100
sheets.
DT-2. Consolidation Data Sheets. 8-1/2" x 11": pad 01 100 sheets.
DT-3, Ouick Test Data and Computaton Sheets. 8-1/2" x 11": pad 01 100
sheets.
T-330. Neoprene Gesket. 6" o.d. x 1/16" thick.

T-306. Coruruium Porous Stone. 4.0" diam. x 1/4" thick. Net Wt. 1/4 lb.
(O 1 kg); Shpg Wt. 1/2 lb. (0.23 kg).
T-321. Corundum Porous Stone. 6" dlarn. x 1/2" thick.
T-614. Triexiel Membranes. 4.0" diam. x 12" l.; one doz.
T-618. Triaxial Membranes. 6.0" diam. x 16" l.: one doz. Shpg Wt. 1 lb.
DT-l. Inital Data and WaterContent Sheets. 8-1/2" x 11"; pad ot 100 sheets.
OT-2. Consoldation Data Sheets. 8-1/2" x 11": pad of 100 sheets.
OT-3. Ouick Test Data and ComoutetionSheets. 8-1/2" x 11": pad 01 100
sheets.
T-332. Neoprene Gasket. 8" o.d. x 1/16" thick.

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High Pressure Triexiel Chambers

Function
For triaxial testing with compression machines.

Compression Testing Machine

Speciticstions

Function

Refer to model number.

Load Cepecitv.
450.000 lbs. (204,174 kg)
Lateral Pressure. 8000 psi (55,172 kPa) max.
Chamber.
8-1/2" i.d, x 11-1/2" o.d. x 1-1/2" wall thickness; removable head;
alr release valve
Loadlng Piston. 4" diam, 2" stroke.
Sample

Sizes.

Pump.

Pump Capacity
Gauges.
Platens.

Ports.

Desioneo lor use with T-8000 Series High Pressure Triaxi: Charnbers.

Specifications
Capacity.
Dimension
s

Manual1y operated hydraulic: two-speed concentric; with reservoir

and quick release valve.
Up io 3 triaxlal tests; 9 cu. in. fluid/stroke
8-1/2" diarn.: one 5000 psi, one 10,000 psi.
Upper swivel-mounted to pistan: two sets included; with sample
cen
tering sleeves
Four; with copper conducting terminals tor strain 93uge leads

Frame.

400,000 lbs.
34' x 36' x 69
'h.
12" wide

Model
Note: Shown with Model T-8000 Triaxial Charnber.
s
CT-980.
Includes load platens and gauge
Weights
Net 2200 lbs.

Model
Includes relief valve, fluicl dumping pan, hvdraulic fluid, disconnects, gauge
s

and pump lines, connections. Model T-8040 shown.

T-8000. For 2" diam. x 4" h. ancl3" diam. x6" h. sarnples; 22-5/8" h. (57.5 cm).
T-8040. For 4" diarn.x 8" h. and6" diarn.x 12" h. samples;28-1/2" h. (72.39 cm).

Weights
T-8000 Shpg. 600 lbs. (272.2 kg)
T-8040: Net 500 lbs. (226.8 kg); Shpg 650 lbs. (294.9 kg)

Accessories/Options
CT-980. Testing tvtscnine, 400,000 lb. capacity. With load platensand gauge
Net Wl. 2200 lb",

G-282. High Vacuum Grease. 5.3 oz. tube. Box of 12.

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Super Pressure Triaxial Chamber
Function
For triaxial testing of roek samples up lo 15,000 psi (103,448 kPa) lateral
pressure.

Specifications
Sample Sizes.
Load Capacity.
Lateral Pressure.
Chamber.
Loading Pistan.
Pump.
Gauges.
Platens.
Ports.

7/8" diarn. x 2" h.: 2-1/4" diam x 4-1/2" h.; and 3" diam. x 6" h.
450,000 lbs. (204,174 kg)_
15,000 psi (103,448 kPa) max.
7" i.d. x 13" o.d. x 22-1/4" h.: air release valve.
3-1/2" diam., 2" stroke.
Manually Operated hydraulic: two speed concentric; with 5 gal.
reservoir and quick release valve.

Models
Includes
relief
valve,
fluid
dumping
pan,
hydraulic
fluid,
disconne
cts,
gauge
and purnp lines, connections.
T-8150.

Super Pressure Triaxial Chamber,

Large Samples

High Pressure Triaxial Chamber

for Pulsating Load Tests

Function
Weights

For 620
triaxial
samples
up(3629
lo 15,000
Net
lbs.testing
(281.2 of
kg);rock
Shpg.
800 lbs.
kq). psi (103,448 kPa) lateral

pressure
Replacement
Parts
Speciticetions
T-8150-04_ 15,000 psi Pressure Gauge. 8-1/2" diam.

Function

Same
Model T-8150,
except:
SampleasSizes.
4" diarn.
x 8" h.; and 6" diam. x 12" h.
8-1/2" i.d. x 16"o.d. x 31" h
Chember,
LoacJing Pistan. 4" diarn.; 2" stroke.

For pulsating load testing of rock samples and concrete cylinders.

Specifications
Sample
Size.
Load Capacity.
Lateral Pressure.
Chamber.
Loading Pistan.
Pump.
Gauge_
Platens.

6"
diarn. xibs.(204,174
12" !.
450,000
kg).
8000 psi (55,172 kPa) rnax.
8-1/2" i.d. x 12-1/2" o.d. x 29-1/4" h.
4" diam
M anually-o-p-e-ra--;t-~e-,;yd--d;;;-ra-u--w;lC"":iitc;-'h-;-reC-sC.--e--C----r--v--o-Ci-r

Ports.
Installation.

8-1/2" diarn.
Upper swivel-mounted to pistan; lower platen with sleeve type posi
tioning guide; 6" diam.
Four; for strain gauge leads.

Models

For conventional testing machines' or pulsating or oscillating

loading or hvdraulic systems.

Models
T-8154.

Weights

Net 1350 lbs. (612.4 kg); Shpg. 1500 lbs. (680.4 kg)_

Replacement Parts
T-8150-04_ 15,000 psi Pressure Gauge. 8-1/2" diarn.

Triaxial Chamber for Rack

Function

Includes blow-out protection systern, hydraulic fluid and connecting lines.

T-8005.

For triaxial iesting of 2-1/8" diam. roek cores at 10,000 psi (68,966 kPa)
lateral pressure.

Weights

Specifications

Net 650 lbs (294_9kg); Shpg_800 lbs. (362.9 kg)

Sample Sizes.
2-1/8' diarn. x 4-1/4" to 5-1/3" 1.
Lateral Pressut e. 10,000 psi (68,966 kPaj max
Chamber.
Ineludes base with handles, cylinder, cylinder head with handle,
upper and lower platens, spherical head cap and strain probe support
Fluid Capacity_ rod.
Strain Indica tor. 21 CU. in. with sample.
Dial type; 0_3000" x 0.0001 "; 2-1/4" tace.
Bleed vetves.
High oressure; one on cylinder for air and one on base for fluid.
Ports.
Lateral pressure: pore pressure: strain gauge; and saturation water

Models
Includes 6'
T-8160.

andl
or vacuum
connection.
high
pressure
hose.

Weights

Net 70 lbs. (31_8kg); Shpg. 90 lbs. (40_8kg).

AccessorieslOptions
CT-980. Testing Machine, 400,000 lb. (181,488 kg) ceoecity.
CT-715G. Electric Pump. For use with CT-980.
T-8170. Control Consote.
G-282. High Vacuum Greese. 5.3 oz. tube. Box of 12.

Special Note
Requires testing machine, control console and pump for operation.

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High Pressure Trlexiet Control Console
Function
Applies and control S lateral pressure to triaxial chambers.

Specifications
Latera Pressur 10,000 psi (68,966 kPa) max.
e.
l
100 psi (690 kPa) compressed airo
Power
Hydraulic; 115 actual area ratio.
.Pressure.
_
11,000 psi (75,862 kPa) fluid at 100 psi (690 kPa) air
Pump
pressur_e.
Gauges.
.Pressure Refief. Two; one for tul! capacity, one tor 50% of capacity.
Dometorcontrolled
back pressure
One
main pressure
plus MOregulator.
auxiliary for optional or additional
Outlets.
hook ups,
MounHng~.
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_

Modeis

lncludes littings tor hook-up with chamber and testing maGhine~~~~====~==~=,

T-8l70,

Weghts

Shpg. 250 lbs. (113.4 kg).

T,axial Panel Board

Function
Control panel for sample saturaban in triaxial testing.

Testing Standards
ASTM D-2850.

Weights

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Triextet Panel Board with Stand

Functon
Control board for triaxial testing; stand design allows use with bench model
triaxial apparatus.

Testing Standards
ASTM D-2850.

Specifications
Panel
.
~nks~.
",B=as:.:e:.:
_.

Water and pressure reservoirs; volurnetric pipettes; manifold and

valve svsterns.
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_ T:.cr~ia"'n~gs:=:;..:uhl=ca::pace:a.d.s..tring with toe space.

Models
Disassembles in three pieces.
T-116.

Weights
Net 100 lbs.; Shpg. 230 lbs.

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Porous Stones
Function
Retain soil sample and allow water lo pass.

Specifications
Porosity.
Particle Size.
Densify.
Tolerance.

45 lo 50%; medium grade.

25 to 50 rnicrons
117 lbs. (53 1 kg) each.
1/16" (1.57 rnm).

Models

Corundum Stones:
T-299. 1.3" diam. x 1/4" thiek.
T-300. 1.4" diarn. X 1/4" thiek.
T-298. 1.75" diam. X 1/4" thick.
T-301. 1.875"diam. X 1/4" thiek.
T-302. 2.0" diarn. X 1/4" thiek.
C-951. 2-15/32" diam. x t /2" thiek.
T-303. 2.5" diam. x 1/4" thiek.
T-308. 2.5" diarn. X 1/2" thick.
T-309. 2.75" diam. x t /4" thiek.
T-304. 2.8" diarn. X 1/4" thiek.
T-305. 3.0" diam. x 1/4" thick.
T-317. 3.0" diam. x 1/2" thiek.
T-318. 3.75" diam. X 1/2" thick.
T-306. 4.0" diam. X 1/4" thick.
T-319. 4.0" diam. x 1/2" thick.
e-996. 4-3/8" diam. X 1/2" thick.
T-3205. 5" diam. X 1/2" thiek.
T-324. 5-15/16" diam. x 1/2" lhiek
T-321. 6" diam. x 1/2" thiek.
T-3225. 7-15/16" diam. x t " thick.
Bronze Slones:
T-310. 1.4" diam. x 1/4" thiek.
T-312. 2.0" diam. x 1/4" thick.
T-313. 2.5" diam. x 1/4" thiek.
T-314. 2.8" diam. X 1/4" thick.
T-316. 4.0" diam. x 1/4" thick.

Ttiexiet Membrane Jeckets

Function
Streteh membrane by means al vacuurn line lo allow insertion al soil
sarnple. without any disturbance.

Specifications
Construction.
Walls.

Cast aluminum; two nalt-cvlinder sections with pin connections

15/64"",-th:::.i,_",_ck:.:_'.

Modefs
Includes vaeuum line and fittinqs.
P-40. 1.4" diam. sarnp!e.
P-42. 2.0" diam. sample
P-43. 2.5" diam. sample.
P-41. 2.8" diarn. sample.
P-49. 4.0" diam. sample.

Weights
Net 11 lbs.: Shpg. 16 lbs.

Triexiel Compection Molds

Function
Regulate sample shape and allow forming al sarnple within its membrane
enelosure; vacuum line holds membrane to wall during sarnple torrnaton.

Weights

Specificatio!1s

Net
1/4Ib.
(0.1 kg);
Functon
Shpg
Enelose soil sample for triaxial testinq.
1/2
Mode/slb.
(0.23 of
Al!
kg).
opaque

Canstruction.

Triaxial Membranes

Lower End.
Fittings.
Wall.

Models
P-47.
P-45.
P-46.
P-48.
P-S1.
P-52.

latex;
wall
thiekness
es
are
nominal.
0.014" Thck:
T-600. 1.40" diam. x 8" l.: 1 doz.
T-602. 1.875" diam. X 8" l.; 1 doz.
T-604. 2.00" diam. x 9" l.; 1 doz.
T-606. 2.36" diam. x 9" l.; 1 coz.
T-608. 2.50" diam. x 9" l.; 1 doz.
T-610. 2.80" diam. X 10" l.: 1 doz.
T-612. 3.00" diam. X 10" l.; 1 doz.
T-614. 4.00" diam. x 12" l., 1 ooz.
T-616. 5.00" diarn. x 15" l.: 1 doz..
T-618. 6.00" diarn. x 16" l.; 1 doz.
0.008" Thick:
T-620. 1.40" diam. x 8" l.; i doz.
T-622. 1.875" diam. x 8" l.: 1 doz.
T-624. 2.00" diarn. x 9" l.; 1 doz.
T-626. 2.36" diam. x 9" L, 1 doz.
T-628. 2.50" diam. x 9" L; 1 doz.
T-630. 2.80" diam. x 10" l.: 1 doz.
T-632. 3.00" diam, x 10" l.: 1 doz.

1.4"
2.0"
25"
2.8"
4.0"
6.0"

Machined cast alurninurn: split-type held with two "C" clamps;

with alignment pins.
Recessed lo lit triaxial test
pedestals.
For vacuum connection.
17/64" thick.

diarn,
diam.
diarn.
diarn,
diam.
diam.

sample.
sarnple.
sarnple.
sample.
samp!e
sample.

Weights
Net 11 lbs.; Shpg 16 lbs.

Need product or help in a hurry?

In Continental U.S. (excludinq llilnois}, Puerto
Rico, St. Thornas, st, John, and StoCroix,

dial tcll-free:

1-800 ..323 ..1242

Weights

In minos~ dial:

Shpg.1 lb.

1..800-942 ..3. 374

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Straight Edge
Function
Levels sample in molds.

Testino Stetuierds
ASTM D-698, 1557;AASHTOT-99,

180.

Modes
CN-838. Stee!; 12" 1. x 1-1/4" w. x 1/8"
thick.

Weights
[\jet 1 lb.: Shpg. 2 lbs.

Trimmer Ring---------,Ful1ction

Circular f1iterBoxes

Cuts sample to size.

Soeciticmions
"-Sa"'n:.:.!)P::ie~SI"'z_e_~
4.
-7:.'_/16d"
iarn. x " h.
.:cC",or-,-,)sc.::trc"u,=c~ioC-'n,--.
Modeis
seamiess stee! "tu"b"n,i-"'9"-

Function

.::.caMch i ned

Regulates trimrning 01 sample size.

P-94.

Models

Weigllts
~let 4 oz.: Shpg. 12 oz.

Machined steel; plated.

P-20. 1.4" diarn. x 2.8" l. sampie siz e.
P-22. 1.875" diam. x 3.75" 1. sarnple
size.
P-24. 2.8" diarn. x 5.6" 1. sarnple size.
Weights
P-20: Net 1/2 lb.: Shpg. 1 lb.
P-22: Net 1 lb.; Shpg. 2 lbs.
P-24 Net 2 lbs.: Shpg. 4 lbs.

Ooen Mitar Box

Split Miter Boxes

Function

Function
Regulates trimming 01 sample size; split tor ease of insertion and removal

Regulates trimming o sarnple size.

Snectticettons
Sample Size.

01 sample.

2.8'" diarn.
Stainless steeL
Construction.
Buia-in; 6",
Sea/e.
Overal! Dimension. 8' w. x 6" d. x 4-1/4"
h.

Soeciticetions
Construction.
Positioning.

Hexacon-shaped alurninum: inside and ends machined.

With 4 pns.

Mode/s

JIIIodels
P-12.
Weights
Ne! 2 lbs. (1 kg); Shpg. 4 lbs. (2 kg).

P-6. 1.4" diam. x 2.8" l. sample size.

P-8. 1,875" diarn. x 3.75" i. sample size.
P-10. 2.8" diam. x 5.6" 1. sample size.

Weights
P-6: Ne! 1/2 lb.; Shpg. 1 lb.
P-8 Net3/4Ib.; Shpg 1-1j2Ibs,
P-10: Net 2 lbs., Shpg 4 lbs.

Ooen Miter Box

Punction
Regulates trimming 01 sample size.
JIIIodeis
P-36. Cadmium plated steei; 3.2" w x 3-1/2" h. opening.

Weghts
Net 6lbs. (3 kg); Shpq. 10 lbs. (5 kg).

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Hand Soecimen Trimmer

Function
Facilitates mounting and rotation 01 soil sample for trirnrninq,

Motorize Soil Letne

FUflctio
d
Facilitates mounting and motorized rotation
n

Speciticetkms
Trim Size.
Uprights.
Soecimen Cap.
Grippers.

Models

For 1.4" arid 2.8" diam sarnples.

Guide wire saw to control final sarnple
diarn.
Moves vertically Ior various sarnple heights.
Hold sample.

Specification
s
1.4" and
Samp/e Stze.
Sampie Gtios.
Motor,

P-405.

Weig!
Net 15 lbs.; Shpg, 20 lbs
1ts

Controts.
Housing.

Mounting,
Dmension
s.

01 soil sample lar trimming,

2.8" diam

Vane tvoe. for top and bottom 01 sarnple: grips for both sample
sizes inctuded.
Variable speed control for sample
rotation.
Motor lever; on/oll switch; indicator lighl.
Enameled stee!.
Bench or table; lour IU9S included.
12" 'lo( x 10" d. x 20"h., 73/4" h. base.

Model
Includes trimming blade knife and narrow wire saw.
s
P110v AC, 50 Hz,
P-400A-8.
220v AC, 50 Hz,
400A.
1125.
1125,

Weights
Net 40 lbs.: Shpg. 65 lbs.

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Digital Pote Ptessure eedou: Set

Punction
Ouickly and accurately reads pore pressures in triaxial test sarnples 01soils
without time-consurning balancinq.

Specifcations
Trensoucer:
Pressure Range. 0-500 P;:.Si"'("'0:-:3:.,,4"'4.::8,:.k"'P_;:ar.).
Overload Limit. 1000 psi
_
Accuracy.
(:;68:::9'6:..;:.kP""a'-!.);_. Within
Connection.
1% full scale.
Construction.
To base port
ot triaxia:i
Slainless
sleel;
with 1/4" male pipe thread
Oimensions.
chamber.
adapter.
Oisp/acement.
1" diam.
x x50810-'
mm).

6.1
x 10-x7 2" 1. (254
(14.5
cm-"/"'k"Cable. ,
in.'/psi
P""aL).
Excitation
~8_'~lo~n~g;_.
.
Voltage.
5 lo 6v AC or DC.
Operating
Temperature.
Compensated
Renqe.
Readout Unit:
4-digil LED; with zero and
Readout.
sp",a",n_;:a",d",iu",s",ln",1.:;:e:.:.nt",s.:_.
Accuraey.
O.1 % at terrnina.s.
Temperature
.:::C.:::oc;rnf'P..:-:;e~",nO"=,s":a.;::3:.":,t%;..":,ifso.=c:a:u.l".e,n,/!1:!::...00 F.; (37.8
Cetibretion.
Metric; olease specity.
.
e
typical tor both Engllsh
zera anoorspan
Signa/Input.
18-36mvN al 5 volts.
Output.
0-10v DC at 1 mA max.; 4 digit (500 psi or 3448 kPa).
Dimensions.
7" w. x 8" d. x 3" h.(178 x 203 x 76 mm).

Triaxial Pote
Pressure Apparatus
Function
Measures pore pressure during triaxial
testing.

Specifications Integrally

Reservoir Tank.
Construction.
Fittings.
Valves.
Gauges.
Pipette.
Needle.

Models

casI into panel

Cast aluminum.
board.
Brass.
---,----------Needle !ype.
Compound;
dials. 1.00 mi x 0.1
Fa. balancinglarge
pressure;
mI.
1/8" diam., with
and
tube
fittings
connecting
.

Models

PP-25.

Weights

PP-50. i 05- i 25v ,A,C, 50/60 Hz.

PP-50-4. 21 0-240v AC, 50/60 Hz.

Net 30 lbs.; Shpg. 80 lbs.

Reotecement Parts

Weights

PP-26. Pore Pressure Needle. With fittings and connectinq tube. Net Wt.
1/4 lb.; Shpg. Wt. 1/2 lb.

Net 3.4 lbs. (1,5 kg); Shpq. 5 lbs. (2.3 kg).

eptecemem Perts
PP-40. Pote Pressure Transducer On/y.
PP-45. Pote Pressure eeaout Unit On/y. 105-125v AC, 50/60 Hz.
PP-45-4. Pote Pressure Readout Unl On/y. 210-240v AC, 50/60 Hz.

Specie! Note

When ordering, please specify English or Metric Calibration.

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