New Tiltmeter Model

   / New Tiltmeter Model #11  
Rick you've sold me on having one. I'm truly curious to try one out on my VT hillsides. A couple of questions though. First your specs give -20 degrees rating. Could you tell me what would happen to one if -temps exceeded that. Its been known to make it to -30 on occassion. Not often but it happens. Would it break or just be inoperable until the temps warmed up? My other question has to do with mounting. For it to work right the unit must be mounted plumb? Taping it to a surface less than 90 degrees from horizontal like a slanted dash is out right? This is just so I can decide where to put it and what size to use. Keep up the good work.
 
   / New Tiltmeter Model
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#12  
DFB, First, the temp. question. The fluid I use in the
meters is rated for -20F, before it starts to get more
sluggish. The meter will still work, but the ball will
move noticeably slower. As far as plumb, yes it must be,
to operate properly. As stated in an earlier post, you could
make a small wedge, about 4 in. long, and cut to the right
angle, and use adhesive strip. Or if you're handy with sheet
metal, a wedge could be cut and bent to right angle.
Please be careful about sharp edges however. One more note
on temp. If temperature was EXTREME, the tube could
implode. Not explode. If this ever happens, I will replace
meter on warranty. I only have the capability to test my
tubes to -40F. So far I have lost very few. Each tube is
tested at +170 f. to -20 f. before they are put into meter.
I test batches of about 200 at a time. Hope this helps.
Rick

Rick Hedgecock
R&B Manufacturing
http://www.tiltmeter.com
(816)587-9814
 
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hi rick, i've have a B7500. i have not found a convenient
place to mount a tiltmeter. any suggestions on model of tiltmeter and placement? /w3tcompact/icons/smile.gif

redhawk
 
   / New Tiltmeter Model
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#14  
Hi redhawk,
Not familiar with looks exacally with your model. Will try
to find picture, or go to a dealer to see one. Might try
archives of this board, and picture section.Many posts
have been made, and pics of where guys put theirs.
Guys? Any suggestions for redhawk????? Rick

Rick Hedgecock
R&B Manufacturing
http://www.tiltmeter.com
(816)587-9814
 
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