New Tiltmeter Model

[RBManufacturing]

Hi Guys,
For those who want a small tiltmeter, (easier to mount
due to size) but large numbers, (easy viewing) check out
the what's new section of my web site. MODEL # 45. is
smaller than # 25, but has a scale to 45 degrees. The TBN
discount is available on this model also. $3.00 off if
you mention TBN, or order through the TBN site. Custom
tractor safety paint pattern is available if you mention it.
No charge for custom number painting. Rick

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

 

[JiminMI]

Rick....as a newbie, can you tell me what the difference between degrees of slope and percent of slope? Why would one want to have both available? There have been many threads on tiltmeters but this question hasen't been asked. Am I the only one that's brain-dead?
Also, why couldn't the tiltmeters be stuck on with double-sided sticky tape?

Jim

 

[RobS]

Hey, how about a magnetic mount? Is there anything in the tiltmeter that would be affected by a magnet (ie. steel ball)?

Rob

 

[JiminMI]

Robs...in one of the previous threads on tilt meters...I think they said that the little ball (indicator) was steel so that it should not be placed near a magnet....but why wouldn't double-sided tape work....or maybe butyl...we put windshields in with that stuff....it's really strong...
Maybe I'm missing something here....Anyone out there care to comment?
Jim

 

[RobS]

Jim, right after I posted that I rechecked the R&B site. There was a reference to self stick mounting.

Rob

 

[RBManufacturing]

Hi Guys,
Indeed a magnet is a no-no. I send a strip of 3-M
weatherproof with every indicator now. Decided to after
feed back from this site. I use to send it on some models
anyway. A meter can be mounted with the tape, IF the meter
is still in the proper up-right position. (accuracy will be
lost if not.) As far as percent vs degrees, I have found
that most u.s. market tractors use degrees as a reference
for their machines. The percent model, as you can see from
the model #40P on my web site, the numbers would have to be
very close together, as shown, from 0 to 5 percent.
To cover the entire range, from 0 to say 50 percent,
(or 26.5650 degrees,) or higher, the indicator would have
to be very large. 100 percent is 45 degrees. So you see the
numbers would be very crowded. I had a customer recently
that made a small wood wedge on his table saw and varnished
it, and used it to level the meter on his dash. He mounted
meter on wedge, and wedge on dash with double side tape.
By the way, I do have a new percent model in the works,
but it is for asphalt machines. It will read from 0 to 15
percent. Hope this helps. If not, ask away. I'll answer
any and all. Keep in mind, I know alot about alot of things
but darn little about most things. I posted a comparison
chart awhile back that showed degrees vs. percent vs. grade
to one. I can re-post if needed. Rick

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

 

[RBManufacturing]

Sorry JiminMi,
I got to rambling and neglected your question. I make a
percent model for some customers that have over seas
tractors, that use percent as their reference instead
of degrees. Also, as stated, asphalt applicators use
the percent, to show small drops in road beds for run-off.
P.S. The price for the new model #45 is a temporary
introductory price. Think you got it tough? The average
natural gas bill for my facility was $600.00 a month
before the gas hike. Just got my latest bill. $1,115.00.
Rick

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

 

[GaryA]

Got my tiltmeter this week and got it mounted and it did come with double sided tape on the back but I chose to mount it with the breackets to the top of the cab, nice instalation, waiting to try it out. gary

 

[JiminMI]

Rick....Thanks, I shall call and order the degree model with tape....then in case I want to mo0ve it...I can..
Sorry about the gas hike...phones as well...our phone bill at work (with all the new area codes) has now surpassd $5000.

Jim

 

[RBManufacturing]

JiminMi,
Funny thing is, I sell meters to our local phone co. for
a few of their bucket trucks. Of course they asked for a
discount. When I asked for a discount on my phone bill,
you would have thought I told the funniest joke of the
year- the way they laughed. Oh well, life goes on-and then
you make another mold. Keep it safe sir. Rick

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

 

[DFB]

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.

 

[RBManufacturing]

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

 

[redhawk]

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

 

[RBManufacturing]

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