I would like to use this gauge with an automotive intake air temperature sender. Would I be able to splice that sender in?
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I installed it as as a head cover temp monitor. I love it and quite versital. I love it.
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You would have to know what resistance range your sender puts out and that would have to match the RTD that comes with the DROK. You could extend the wiring on the RTD sensor that comes with the DROK and mount it into your intake.
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I would think that depends on the moisture level (humidity). It would certainly work but if the gauge itself is in the same high humidity environment as the probe, it might not have as long a life. I use mine at ambient room conditions with the probe in a lab oven at 113F and 70% humidity. Works great but my gauge display is always cool and dry.
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If it don't move probly not working actually I was not to happy with this gauge , I purchased a different one witch I like a lot better, this one seamed so big and stiff ! Good Luck
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I have never done it, but I think it could be made to work. The trick will be in which mode do you want to control the temperature -- air or probe. I think the 'air' mode will read the temp at the panel and with a probe you could measure the temp at another location. Also watch the max rating on the controller; it will not handle a large heater. Oh, I just saw the "blower type' in your question; that implies motor (inductive load) and I don't know if the unit can handle anything but resistive loads as in in-floor wire heaters. You had better do more checking.
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I really don't know about the gauge, but I've never had it over heat and I use it for a fan as well as a heated seat cover. I did put pieces of plastic tubing around the areas where the wires come out from under the seat so that the wire doesn't get pinched by the seat.
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mine was fine when received from the seller. The gauge will probably still work ok. Just make certain you handle & store carefully.Nick
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I don't see why you couldn't do that. The controller reads the probe as a value of resistance so it would really depend on the cable and wire you use. I've only used this with about a 3ft (1M) cable length. I guess you could run the wire, then test and calibrate the settings/readings on the controller, that should work. I haven't had any issues with mine. But again, I'm not using long cable runs either... Hope this helps.
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You should be able to use just about any wire with the same gauge as the ones attached to the sensors, since the current going through is minimal and overheating is not an issue...
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I don't see why you wouldn't be able to. If you want telemetry heat and voltage those are all going to require separate sensors and what not. Idk how accurate the telemetry is though.
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We bought 6 of these and needed longer leads on 2 of them. So I cut and spliced 8' of wire on 2 of them making the leads 10' long on each. We tested the temps against the factor 4- and all 6 units were all winthin a 00.4 degree range. ( the spliced being .4 lower than the highest factory wire) It worked very good to splice them. It is important that the splices are soldered, not twisted or butt spliced
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You should be able to use this gauge on a diesel or gas engine, just as long as you know the fuel pressure does not exceed the 15psi max pressure of the gauge. It can damage and or cause the gauge to leak.
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I originally purchased this thermometer to use in an auto application, however, the display was physically to big for a custom dash mount application. To answer your question...This will work in an automotive application, the display is very bright and customizable. Please note that instructions are not included (you will need them to set your desired display and change modes), however, I was able to find them on-line. FYI I mounted mine in the garage to monitor the temperature and it works great.
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This is a universal gauge it will work on many applications it does not state that it won't work on yours
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Hi Edward,Yes, you can still use the gauge. You will need a two stage regulator that has a POL inlet connection. Your gauge would hook inline between your tank and then the regulator.
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Yes, it will. But you will have two problems: 1) Snaking the probe to the outside. Can't be near engine heat. Can't be in the sun. 2) This meter is a panel mount. I would not recommend making a big hole in your dash; It is too much of a commitment. But if you are like me, go for it.
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Short answer - yes. When using this particular connector, make sure, as you tighten the sleeve while threading it, check to be sure you have seated the plug on the socket. There are points on each one and they need to nest. Very important - with temperature changes, this connector can come loose if you just finger tighten it. After you do this - ALWAYS take a pair of slip joint pliers and apply a LITTLE torque to bind the threads. Just enough to cinch things. You will be glad you did this. Make this a habit and avoid heartaches with blown finals from intermittent loss of ground on the output of your radio.
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I could not tell the type of gauge you have...Press or temp. There is usually an adapter that fits between the block and the oil filter. You cal also install a tee at the stock sensor position. I have had to run a braided line due to lack of room for the new sensor. I'm in the process of installing 5 additional gauges in my E450 work van so I know how much "fun" this can be. LOL! Good luck