co2 Regulator Question

[mullet]

So I've been putting together a keezer, and the last thing I needed was a co2 regulator. As luck would have it, a buddy of mine had an old one kicking around he was willing to give me. Only problem is, the low pressure gauge is busted. Still seems to regulate co2 pressures just fine, but just doesn't give a reading.

So, I figure I'll just replace the gauge. Problem is, I have no good local source for co2 parts. I can order stuff online, but being in Canada, shipping for a single gauge is a bit much. (Worst case, it's a good excuse to tack a bunch of other gear onto the order since I'm already paying for shipping. )

The real question I have is this: can you use compressed air gauges for co2? I can think of at least one place locally where I can probably find a reasonably low psi compressed air gauge. I figure that gas is gas, right? If the thread matches, it should be fine. But, I know nothing about this kind of thing, and I was wondering if anyone could advise me on the situation?

Thanks!

 

[jonp9576]

as long as the threads are the same it shouldnt be a problem. for the low pressure side you are looking for something in the range of 0-30 psi

 

[Wellshooter]

Gauges are pretty standard, there is no difference in gauges for different gases. As mentioned you need about a 30 psi gauge. But anything from in the 20-40 range should be satisfactory.

 

[shortyjacobs]

I say get one that goes up to 50 or 60 PSI, but other than that, yeah, any gauge is fine. (I often spike up to 45+ PSI to seal kegs or carbonate soda...)

 

[Special Hops]

I don't see why it would not work.

 

[mullet]

Thanks all! That's about what I figured, just wanted to make sure before I put in something that might not work the same way, read wrong pressures, explode, etc...

 

[Bobby_M]

Just don't get something that has a 150psi range because you'd see no difference between 8 and 12 psi.

 

[whale]

give simgo a call. they are in Canada. I've bought most of my stuff from them in BC. Their main office is in Ontario, thats closer to you.

http://www.simgo.com/