2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission Test EGT gauge?

[JRichard]

How would one go about testing an EGT gauge for accuracy? Mine is an "HI" brand gauge.



Thanks in advance

Jake

 

[ronco]

JRichard, I have the same delimma as you. I was told my EGT gauge may not be accurate. The thermocouple output is in DC millivolts. You would need an accurate power source for an output to check your gauge. This would allow you to test your gauge from min to max readings. The problem is, this type of power supply is not common or cheap. I spent some time years ago in a research laboratory and used this type of equipment daily. Also, you MIGHT can use a good DVM to check the output of your thermocouple, if you can set the meter to read millivolts (Mv). Sorry I could not be of more help.



Ronco

 

[Thomas]

This TDR reprint should help test the thermocouple.

 

[JRichard]

Fantastic article thomas, very helpful and informative



TDR and its members are the greatest



JRichard