Water Pressure Test Gauge

1977/019

Water pressure test gauge

c.1930

Description

Water pressure test gauge in wooden box with single dial graduated to 300 lbs/sq in by units of 10 and to 70′ head of water by units of 20 with flexible attachment pipe and top fitment (replacements). Used for measuring water pressure.

Guest and Chrimes were brass founders and manufacturers of plumbing goods with a factory in Rotherham.

Additional information

Acquisition Number

1977/019

Item Type

Short Description

Water pressure test gauge

Manufactured by

Date of Manufacture

c.1930

Sub-items

Case and carrying handle

Supporting Items

None

Makers Number

B23558

Marks

Dial marked "GUEST & CHRIMES LTD ROTHERHAM" and "B23558".

Dimensions (mm)

225 x 175 x 50

Donor

Date Donated

December 1977

Materials

Wood, rubber, brass and glass

Condition

Good

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