Regulator testing
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If you are simply wanting your own reg checked out rather than a manufacturer wanting gas flow numbers.....not much.
I would like to think that a shop that knows you by your 1st name would not charge you anything just to hook a reg up to a tank, connect an intermediate pressure gauge and 30 seconds rental of experienced ears and eyes.
I would like to think that a shop that knows you by your 1st name would not charge you anything just to hook a reg up to a tank, connect an intermediate pressure gauge and 30 seconds rental of experienced ears and eyes.
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checked, or serviced?
If your reg has been stored for awhile, you should have it serviced. Time and temperature causes the neoprene to get brittle and lose the elasticity.
Generally, this is don'e every 12 months (some mfrs use different seals/seats, and they can go 24 months). Main issue is not to store in a hot area (e.g. garage).
If your reg has been stored for awhile, you should have it serviced. Time and temperature causes the neoprene to get brittle and lose the elasticity.
Generally, this is don'e every 12 months (some mfrs use different seals/seats, and they can go 24 months). Main issue is not to store in a hot area (e.g. garage).
Flow testing a reg on a bench (as opposed to just checking IP, needle swing, lock up, etc) should cost about $10 in most shops.
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