[HVACR2012]

I know there are all different types and brands of manometers out there. I'm looking to buy one just trying to get opinions on the best one for the best price. Thanks

 

[dandyme]

Fieldpiece, nuff said:tank::couch:

 

[grasshopper]

Hands down Dwyer for analog, Dwyer 475 or Testo 510 for digital. I have used others like UEI and Fieldpiece, but they do not compare.

 

[jimj]

Hands down Dwyer for analog, Dwyer 475 or Testo 510 for digital. I have used others like UEI and Fieldpiece, but they do not compare.

:ditto::ditto:

 

[BigBacardi]

i have a tiny little testo.....awesome does differential too

u get a big fluke cause u got a small weiner....and all that happens is u damage it in your pouch. the mini testo is perfect

 

[dandyme]

get a U-TUBE

 

[mikeybow]

dandyme and his infaliable u-tube gets my vote.

 

[Redwood650]

Lots of people here seem to bag on UEI, but I have tested my Dual manometer from UEI with my magnahelic and it has been spot on. Not bad for $120 at Johnstone.
http://www.climatedoctors.com/items/item.aspx?itemid=429734

 

[Mickandmousemechanical]

My Testo works great. Does differential pressures as well.

 

[mike3]

dandyme and his infaliable u-tube gets my vote.

Don't say infallible, had one that was cracked and couldn't figure out the goofy reads for a while

 

[mikeybow]

Don't say infallible, had one that was cracked and couldn't figure out the goofy reads for a while

My bad. As always, nothing lasts forever.

 

[jpsmith1cm]

I've been quite happy with my Testo 510.

 

[fitzyfitta]

ditto on the testo 510

 

[JWB]

testo 510 come with pitot tubes for static or is there another kit to order for that?

 

[fordrules]

I got a TPI. I think its a 621. Came with tubing, tees, and pitot tubes.

 

[SuperDave89]

i love my little testo. Has a wide range does differential and has a magnetic back.

 

[jpsmith1cm]

testo 510 come with pitot tubes for static or is there another kit to order for that?

Static tubes, tubing and such were an small extra at TruTechTools when I bought mine.

 

[EliTheIceman]

I asked this question awhile back and got heavily referred to the Testo 510. So I bought it and I like it for the small and simple to use aspect of it. Then my company ordered me the Dwyer U-tube manometer that does both gas pressure and static pressure (when mounted horizontally) because that is what they all use. I have to say that the Dwyer, although larger and more akward to use, is the way to go because it is driven by gravity as it's variable & gravity is pretty damn consistent. Whereas the Testo 510, which is digital, has been hard to trust because I cannot actually "see" what is happening with pressures. I'm forced to trust the numbers that pop up on the Testo, instead of analyzing the movement of the fluid like in the Dwyer. I also am being trained by guys who have more than 25 yrs. in the field, so to them, seeing is believing. Bottom line: I like practicing with my Testo 510 on my equipment, but out in the field on a professional level, I only trust my Dwyer U-Tube. Just being honest.

 

[Chuck]

i have a tiny little testo.....awesome does differential too

u get a big fluke cause u got a small weiner....and all that happens is u damage it in your pouch. the mini testo is perfect

 

[jpsmith1cm]

I asked this question awhile back and got heavily referred to the Testo 510. So I bought it and I like it for the small and simple to use aspect of it. Then my company ordered me the Dwyer U-tube manometer that does both gas pressure and static pressure (when mounted horizontally) because that is what they all use. I have to say that the Dwyer, although larger and more akward to use, is the way to go because it is driven by gravity as it's variable & gravity is pretty damn consistent. Whereas the Testo 510, which is digital, has been hard to trust because I cannot actually "see" what is happening with pressures. I'm forced to trust the numbers that pop up on the Testo, instead of analyzing the movement of the fluid like in the Dwyer. I also am being trained by guys who have more than 25 yrs. in the field, so to them, seeing is believing. Bottom line: I like practicing with my Testo 510 on my equipment, but out in the field on a professional level, I only trust my Dwyer U-Tube. Just being honest.

I think that you are being influenced by the "old timers" that you work with.

Have you ever seen any proof that the 510 is not reading correctly?