Gauge question
Posted: Thu Oct 09, 2014 11:32 pm
I'm wondering about a simple gauge setup for my system to monitor the propane level in the tank. The high pressure regulator side has a threaded hole with an allen screw in it on the top (facing up), on the inlet hose side. Wondering about attaching a small pressure gauge (0-200 psi, 1" dia.) in this location, to monitor the tank contents. I found some small tank gauges online and they will fit in my installation. Couple of questions arise around this stuff.
1- Will there be a problem with DOT or anyone else, if they want to be picky about my setup on the highway with a non-standard gauge? (I now have regulator covers in place, they are removed in this picture)
2 - Will a simple pressure gauge function properly to monitor the tank level in this location and actually work well enough to use?
Here's a couple of pictures to illustrate what I'm thinking about. The left side regulator shows a small brass set-screw in place now, but I can fit a very small dial gauge to that opening and still have clearance against the tongue box where it's mounted. The gauge is a simple pressure gauge from a paintball setup and 200 PSI should be sufficient for a propane tank. Thanks & all answers appreciated.
1- Will there be a problem with DOT or anyone else, if they want to be picky about my setup on the highway with a non-standard gauge? (I now have regulator covers in place, they are removed in this picture)
2 - Will a simple pressure gauge function properly to monitor the tank level in this location and actually work well enough to use?
Here's a couple of pictures to illustrate what I'm thinking about. The left side regulator shows a small brass set-screw in place now, but I can fit a very small dial gauge to that opening and still have clearance against the tongue box where it's mounted. The gauge is a simple pressure gauge from a paintball setup and 200 PSI should be sufficient for a propane tank. Thanks & all answers appreciated.