Enabling tests of up to 10,000 PSI  (700 bar), the pressure applicator ensures test pressure can be  achieved rapidly if desired.  Upon reaching the desired test pressure, by similarly turning the pressure release valve, pressures can be reduced.  The high quality precision pump gives the operator total control of the rate at which the tests are undertaken.

Maximum pressures are generated with effortless operation. The broad strong base does not require user to clamp or secure the base to the work-bench, even at 10,000 psig.

The sealed construction assures stability and prevents any leaks. and the priming system ensures air exhaustion is expidited from the pressure instrument connected to the pump, ensuring faster and more accurate performance.

We can also provide test gauges with an accuracy of ±0.25% F.S to form the complete calibration system.

Metric and Imperial models are available.

Dead weight testers have been used for many years and are the accepted industry standard for providing high accuracy pressure calibration. At Gauges North West Ltd we supply, refurbish and offer a traceable calibration service for oil or gas operated dead weight testers for a range of uncertainties depending upon your requirements

Available in all operating rangesour DWT's provide an easy means of precisely generating pressure to an accuracy of 0.1% of reading.

They are ideal in use of calibrating, setting, testing, and repairing pressure measurement and control devices. Traceable to National Standards assuring instrument accuracy.

Field portable models can be provided. A single carrying case holds the pressure generation pump as well as the necessary tools and accessories. A second box contains the weights used for pressure generation (10,000 units require 2 boxes of weights).

Calibration Test Pumps are used to generate pressures and vacuum for checking, adjusting and calibrating mechanical and electronic pressure measuring instruments by comparative measurements. Calibration is quick and simple since the pump is taken directly to the pressure device.

Gauges North West offer a range of portable, compact, light-weight pneumatic and hydraulic calibration hand pumps for all vacuum and pressure generation applications.

These pumps are ideal for use either with electronic calibrators, digital indicators, analoue gauges, pressure transmitters, transducers, relief valves, or similar instrumentation.

Our range of easy to use hand pumps are available in all operating ranges with fine tune controls for increased stability and accuracy and operate with hydraulic fluid, distilled water and alcohol giving you the flexibility for operation in almost any application.

Oil free for use on oxygen versions are available

Pumps can be purchased alone or for the most convenient and compact solution for field calibration work as a Calibration kit complete with cary case, hoses and adapters

Calibration Test Pump
Carrying case
Precision Reference Pressure Gauge

Optional accessories:

PAINT INSPECTORS KIT

The Paint Inspectors Kit is a comprehensive kit of equipment which will cater for the day to day standard requirements of the Industrial Painter and Inspector.

The Paint Inspectors Kits contains the following listed equipment

Kit K2002 Contents
Eban 2000Mk2 or 3000 Mk2 Coating Thickness Meter
            (Statistics & download options can be fitted)
Set of 8 Precision Measured Calibration Foils 
Steel Zero Plate 
Digital Thermometer with surface contact thermocouple
RH%-Dewpoint Meter
Wet Film Gauge (Stainless, range 25µm to 1,500µm  45 teeth)
Testex Tape roll  (X-Coarse)
Testex Snap Gauge 
Burnishing tool 
ISO Surface Roughness Comparator 
Fitz's Atlas Inspection Manual of Coating Defects
X7 Illuminated Magnifier

EBAN 3000MK2

The Coating Thickness Gauge Eban3000Mk2 is the top specification DFT Gauge (Dry Film Thickness) having an extensive range of features offering full batching and statistical capability with date and time being recorded.

Can output direct to a printer or download all batches to a PC which has the Data Analysis Program installed.

Extensive range of models with measuring ranges up to 50 millimetres.

High accuracy of up to ±1% when referred to reference standards.

Eban3000Mk2 Ferrous models will measure all non-ferromagnetic coatings on Steel and Iron substrates. Examples: Paint, Epoxy, Tin, Copper, Zinc, Cadmium, Galvanizing, Metal spray, Chrome, Powder Coating, Lacquer and Enamel etc.
Eban3000Mk2 Non ferrous models will measure all non-conductive non-ferromagnetic coatings on conductive non-ferrous substrates. Examples: Paint, Anodizing, Powder Coating, Lacquer, Plastics etc on Aluminium, Brass, Copper and Non-magnetic Stainless etc.

Combined Ferrous and Non ferrous versions are available which will measure all of these combinations.

Simply select the features that you need either at the time of purchase or upgrade in the future.
Features in as standard: Backlight, Battery Life %, Micron / Mil, Auto Mode Detection.

Feature options A: Mean/Average, No of readings, Max/Min, Coefficient of variation, Standard Deviation, Hi/Lo Limits.
Feature options B : Profile, Continuous Mode, Key Lock, Calibration Memories, Instant.
Feature options C: Printout, Multiple Batching, Auto Batching, Batch recall by job or sequence number, Date & Time, Histogram Printout.
Feature options D : Personalised Name.

Calibration foils are necessary for the day to day calibration checking of Coating Thickness Meters.

Each individual foil is measured in the centre and the value is written on the label and is supplied in a strong robust wallet which allows protection of each foil from dirt, grease etc.

The foils are supplied as a set of 8 foils and can be either the standard set of  25 / 50 / 75 / 125 / 175 / 250 / 500 / 750 micron or alternatively a special set can be supplied made up of any 8 values as listed below which will cater for more specialised measurement ranges.

12µm / 25µm / 37µm / 50µm / 63µm / 75µm / 100µm / 125µm / 150µm / 175µm / 190µm / 200µm / 225µm / 250µm / 275µm / 300µm / 350µm / 375µm / 500µm / 625µm / 750µm / 1000µm / 1250µm / 1500µm / 2000µm / 3000µm / 5mm / 9.5mm / 15mm

Note all values shown are nominal values

Digital Thermometer is a pocket sized type K thermometer supplied with fitted surface contact thermocouple which will measure air and surface temperatures quickly and easily.

The probe is conveniently hinged and folds back into the side of the casing when not in use.

Measurement range -50°C to +300°C.

Accuracy ±1% ±1 digit.

RH%-Dewpoint Meter allows the determination of the relative humidity, dew point and air temperature before the application of a coating

Specifications usually detail that the relative humidity and the dew point temperature must be strictly adhered to as well as monitoring the surface temperature.

Range and accuracy: RH 0-100% ±2%, Temperature –40°C to +85°C ±1%.

Supplied in a Carrying Case with Battery fitted.

Alternative equipment for determining the relative humidity and Dewpoint are the Whirling Hygrometer and Dewpoint Calculator.

A range of precision gauges for the quality control of wet film paint thickness from Paint Test Equipment

All gauges have dual Micron and Thou / Mil scales.

Tricomb Stainless Steel Gauges: Have a wide measurement range with high resolution measurement, catering for virtually all of the standard wet film measurement requirements on one gauge.

Measurement range from 25µm to 1,500µm 45 teeth.
Measurement range from 50µm to 5,000µm 45 teeth.

Testex Tape (Press-O-Film) offers a simple and very accurate method of measuring blasted profiles. can produce virtually exact replicas of the blasted surface profile which can be measured using a Snap Gauge, see picture below

Simple operation, place the Testex firmly on the blasted surface, apply moderate pressure with the Burnishing Tool, the replica has now been taken and can be measured using the Snap Gauge.

Testex Tape is supplied in a roll containing 50 tests and is available in four different grades to cater for different applications.

Testex Snap Gauge is used for the measurement of the surface profile when taken with Testex Tape

Testex Tape offers a simple and very accurate method of measuring blasted profiles. Can produce virtually exact replicas of the blasted surface profile which can be measured using a Snap Gauge.

Simple operation, place the Testex firmly on the blasted surface, apply moderate pressure with the Burnishing Tool, the replica has now been taken and can be measured using the Snap Gauge.

Complies with ASTM, NACE and SSPC methods of measurement.

The Snap Gauge can also be used as a  micrometer for checking Calibration Test Pieces and also thickness of flakes of paint.

Minimum display resolution 0.002mm ( 2µm )

Testex Kit has all the necessary equipment contained in one kit to cater for blast cleaned surface profile measurement

Testex Kit Contents

Two rolls of X-Coarse grade Testex Tape
Testex Snap Gauge
Burnishing ToolOther grades of Testex Tape can be supplied in this kit on request.

A precision Nickel Comparator Plate which conforms to International Standard ISO 8503 for grit and shotblast surface roughness comparison measurement

When steel has been blast cleaned, the surface consists of random irregularities with peaks and valleys that are not easily characterised. Experts have recommended that the profile should be identified as dimpled (shotblast) or angular (gritblast) and that they should be graded as Fine, Medium or Coarse with each grade being defined by limits specified in ISO 8503, these characteristics are considered to give sufficient distinguishing features for most painting requirements.

Easy to use, place the Comparator against an area of the test surface, compare in turn the four sectors of the Comparator against the test surface using the X7 magnifier, placed so that the test surface is viewed simultaneously with a segment of the Comparator, the nearest profile to the Comparator determines the grade.

The different grades are defined as follows. Fine grade profiles equal to segment 1 and up to but excluding segment 2, Medium grade profiles equal to segment 2 and up to but excluding segment 3 and Coarse grade profiles equal to segment 3 and up to but excluding segment 4.

Supplied in a Protective Wallet.  

A useful manual which illustrates a range of coating and surface defects likely to be encountered by the painting inspector

There are sections on blast cleaning grades Sa1, Sa2, Sa2½, Sa3, pre surface conditions, surface preparation, with guidance notes on dry abrasive blast cleaning and high pressure water jetting.

A pictorial reference of coating defects with a description of each defect and its probable causes together with prevention and repair recommendations.

Also illustrates various types of marine fouling with an appendix giving details of breakdown scales with a quick reference guide to the characteristics of certain types of paint and paint compatibility.

GNW manufacture a number of test panels to suit the needs of various industries including caning, mining, aerospace and hydraulic

The units by GNW,. have been so designed to enable pressure tests of both beverage and process cans to be undertaken on various size can ends, allowing full visibility of the can end throughout the complete test.

The equipment has a fail safe facility which ensures that no pressure will be retained within the can under test if the cabinet lid is inadvertently opened while tests were proceeding.

Due to the micrometer flow regulator valve it is possible to regulate the rate of pressure increase into the can under test. Varying can test blocks can be manufactured and fitted as desired, thus enabling the testing of all different size cans by altering the can test blocks.

The design of the can test blocks enables the operator to fit cans into the test model within seconds, ensuring the minimum of time is required to run full tests on all types of cans.

Our range includes:-
The Model CT2 is fitted with only one can test block (For can top testing single block).
Model CT3 is fitted with two can test blocks (For can top testing double block).
Model CTL (Can lids only) .
Model CTB (Buckle end tests on necked or straight cans. Pneumatic or manual clamps).
Model EXT/P.T. (For external test on completed cans).
The can test blocks are interchangeable on all models.
The GNW CT2 Electronic Can Buckle Tester has the same features as the mechanical CT2 and CT3 model, except for the analogue readout
The CT2 Electronic model has a digital read out with an RS 232 output.