Water Level Gauge| EPHF

Water Level Gauge

1932

Friday, July 10, 2015

The Water Level Gauge displays the level of water within a boiler and is mounted on the Steam Drum Head.

The level can be seen in the centre glass on the gauge, which is also known as the gauge glass.

The gauge is made from a thin strip of mica, which is less than 1/32 of an inch thick. It is held in place with steel clamps.

The strip of mica holds steam and water at 425 pounds of pressure.

Manufacturer: Micasight

Type: Flat Clamp

Active pressure: 425 psi

Mica thickness: 0.035 in (0.5 mm)

Range: 10 inches

Temperature: 500º F

Categories: Boilers Power Plants Instruments Collection

Tags: Gauges Rossdale 1930 - 1955

Author: ephf

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