Ashcroft 1279 – Compound Gage
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Description
The Ashcroft 1279 Compound Gauge is a high-precision instrument designed to measure both pressure and vacuum in a single gauge, making it ideal for applications requiring comprehensive pressure monitoring. This gauge is known for its durability and accuracy, with a rugged design that ensures reliable performance in demanding industrial environments. The Ashcroft 1279 features a large, easy-to-read dial and is constructed from high-quality materials, providing long-term reliability and resistance to corrosion. It is commonly used in HVAC systems, hydraulic applications, and various industrial processes where precise pressure and vacuum measurement is essential.
Specifications:
- Measurement Range: Available in various ranges to measure both vacuum and pressure (e.g., -30 inHg to 0 to 300 psi)
- Accuracy: ±1% of full scale (Grade 1A)
- Dial Size: Available in 4.5-inch, 6-inch, and 8.5-inch dial sizes
- Pressure Type: Compound gauge measures both vacuum and pressure
- Construction: Stainless steel case and ring for corrosion resistance
- Connection: 1/4″ or 1/2″ NPT bottom or back connection options
- Dial: Dual-scale dial with bold, easy-to-read markings
- Movement: Precision stainless steel movement for reliability
- Window: Glass or polycarbonate window options
- Applications: Suitable for HVAC, hydraulic systems, and general industrial use
Laboratory Calibration
Micro Precision operates 36 laboratories globally providing reliable localized support
- Certified metrologists staffing laboratories in North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East
- Comprehensive scopes of accreditation to meet a broad range of customer needs
- Expedited calibration services available
- Pickup and delivery services available
- Environmentally controlled facilities to ensure high quality and accurate calibrations and measurements.
Laboratory Calibration
Micro Precision operates 36 laboratories globally providing reliable localized support
- Certified metrologists staffing laboratories in North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East
- Comprehensive scopes of accreditation to meet a broad range of customer needs
- Expedited calibration services available
- Pickup and delivery services available
- Environmentally controlled facilities to ensure high quality and accurate calibrations and measurements.
Quality Certified Test Equipment Repair Services
When a piece of equipment fails you have the option to repair or replace that item. Oftentimes repair is an economical and efficient solution. Micro Precision’s repair offering provides advantages to our customers:
- Cost effective; often less than OEM
- Efficient; often much better turn-time than the OEM
- Flexibility; willingness to work with customers to meet their needs
- Warranted repairs
- Ability to service many obsolete instruments
Quality Certified Test Equipment Repair Services
When a piece of equipment fails you have the option to repair or replace that item. Oftentimes repair is an economical and efficient solution. Micro Precision’s repair offering provides advantages to our customers:
- Cost effective; often less than OEM
- Efficient; often much better turn-time than the OEM
- Flexibility; willingness to work with customers to meet their needs
- Warranted repairs
- Ability to service many obsolete instruments
Cost Effective Test Equipment Options
From the leasing of specialized electronic equipment for a specific task, to the purchase of physical and dimensional tools, we offer leasing services as well as used test equipment sales. We also locate hard-to-find electronics, and provide flexible options to meet ever-changing equipment needs.
Cost Effective Test Equipment Options
From the leasing of specialized electronic equipment for a specific task, to the purchase of physical and dimensional tools, we offer leasing services as well as used test equipment sales. We also locate hard-to-find electronics, and provide flexible options to meet ever-changing equipment needs.
Our Capabilities
Micro Precision can perform instrument calibration services on equipment from variety of applications for specific industries and lines of business. If you have a calibration need that is not listed in this area, please contact us.
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Mechanical & Dimensional
Micro Precision accredited mechanical and dimensional calibration lab services with pressure, torque, force, flow, velocity, and aircraft jack load capabilities.
Laboratory Standards
Calibration laboratory standards are critical for your organization’s most accurate measurements.
Semiconductor Calibration
Micro Precision utilizes state-of-the-art technology to analyze semiconductor wafer thickness and step height.


