AutoMeter
AutoMeter High Quality Performance Aftermarket Instrumentation, Tachometers, Gauges, Gauge Pods and Test Equipment.
AutoMeter Products, Inc. is a high technology company based in Sycamore, IL USA, with a state-of-the-art cellular manufacturing operation, world class ISO 9000:TS 16949 Certified Quality System, an advanced engineering team, and product technology that is unmatched in the instrumentation marketplace. In addition to the more commonly known Auto Meter High Performance division focused on performance and racing automotive instrumentation and electronics, AutoMeter also includes four additional branches that cater to specialty markets:
AutoMeter Original Equipment Division that works with large clients for the creation of specialty instrumentation for production vehicles.
AutoMeter Pro-Cycle Division that designs and produces product geared specifically for the motorcycle industry.
AutoMeter Marine Division, which produces instrumentation for water-borne vehicles.
AutoMeter Test Equipment Division that produces professional grade automotive battery and electrical chargers and testers for automotive repair and vehicle fleet maintenance.
Accesspeed is proud to offer AutoMeter products to our customers. With our low price match guarantee, you will always find the best combination of price and selection at Accesspeed. Whether you need a state of the art data acquisition system, vintage mechanical gauges, an electric tachometer, or a gauge pod mounting solution, Accesspeed can dial you in with AutoMeter.
Gauges » Gauges - Mechanical
Mechanical Gauges
What are mechanical gauges?
Unlike electric gauges, mechanical gauges use physical mechanical components with direct connection to the function it is measuring. For example, if you are measuring the pressure or temperature of oil, water or fuel, a mechanical gauge will bring fluids to the gauge, or a measuring block near the gauge, to provide accurate readings. Yes, this means you have these fluids inside your cabin, but secured inside stainless braided hoes with aerospace quality fittings.
Are mechanical gauges better than electrical gauges?
This is a tough debate. In fact, it has been a highly debated question since 1889, when Hungarian inventor Otto Titusz Bláthy patented the first electric gauge or meter. Installation is comparable in terms of the time and effort required to install electric or mechanical gauges. Some feel that electric gauges are safer simply because fluid-filled lines of a mechanical gauge can rupture inside your vehicle. With accuracy of both gauge types so close, the difference really comes down to your preference.