1862 London Exhibition: Catalogue: Class VIII.: James Chandler
1817. CHANDLER, JAMES, 10 Mark Lane, London, E.C.
Patent flat glass water gauges for steam boilers and other vessels.
The chief advantages of these gauges are — strength, simplicity, durability, steadiness of water level, and perfection of sight.
GAUGE A. This gauge is intended more especially for new boilers.
GAUGE B. This gauge is intended to replace the common glass tube on existing boilers, or to be used in conjunction with the ordinary glass tube connexions for new boilers. These cases are made various lengths to suit various boilers, and can be attached, by simply removing the glass tube, and into the same stuffing boxes inserting the tubes attached at each end of the gauge. Then place the patent case between them, and finally screw the two tubes into it. Persons desirous of using this gauge with existing boilers, should send the following dimensions:- 1st. Length of tube they are using. 2d. Diameter of ditto. 3d. Distance between the glands.
GAUGE C. The object of this gauge is, that the several indications should check each other; and should any accident occur to either of them, it can be shut off during repair, at the same time the opposite one can be used singly or as duplicate, or both can be shut off at the same time.
The exhibitor has always a large stock on hand.
The following are selected from a great number of testimonials to the value of these gauges:-
"Metropolitan Board of Works, Engineers' Department, Spring Gardens, March, 20, 1862.
"Two of Mr. Chandler's patent flat glass water gauges have been fixed on two high-pressure engine boilers belonging to the Metropolitan Board of Works at St. George's Wharf, Deptford, for nearly two years. They have been exposed all the winter, and have withstood great pressure without leaking, cracking, or any defect whatever. The water-line can be readily seen by day and night, and they are well adapted for such boilers.
"J. W. BAZALGETTE, Engineer."
"Engine and Agricultural Implement Manufactory, Lynn, Feb. 28, 1861.
"DEAR SIR,—I beg to say that the gauge I had of you answers the purpose very well. The size of the glass shows such a large column of water that the driver can see it some yards off. I have just had another, as you are aware, which I am now fixing on a new engine, and hope by harvest to want several others. I shall certainly continue to use them, as I think them far preferable to any other that I have seen, and would urge other makers to give them a trial; and if they do, I feel sure they would be equally pleased with them. Wishing you a large demand,
"I am, sir, your truly,
"JAMES CHANDLER."
"R. S. BAKER, Engineer."
"Deptford, March 2, 1861.
"DEAR SIR,— In answer to yours of the 25th ult., asking for a testimonial, I beg to say that the two gauges you put on the boilers here are the most perfect I have ever seen, they having withstood great pressure and much exposure. I have every confidence in them, and deem them worthy of the highest recommendation, and shall at all times be happy to speak in their favor.
"I remain, yours truly,
"R. A. RUMBLE, Engineer."
"MR. J. CHANDLER."
"Lambeth. Waterworks, Kingston, July 8, 1861.
"MR. CHANDLER.
"SIR,— In reply to your inquiry respecting your patent flat glass water gauges in use on two of these boilers here, I am happy to say they have given great satisfaction, and I am very pleased with them, as they have not been the least trouble since they started, which is nearly two years ago. I am sure any one who tries them will be highly pleased, especially those made according to your second patent.
"H. CARRUTHERS."