Can You Mix Water with Glycerin in Pressure Gauges? Why Pure Glycerin Matters

Can You Mix Water with Glycerin in Pressure Gauges?

This is a question we hear often, and the answer is clear: No, you should not mix water with glycerin in pressure gauges.

At Angstrom Building Materials Trading, we strongly forbid this practice. All our glycerin-filled pressure gauges are filled with pure 100% vegetable-based glycerin—never diluted, never mixed.

Why Pure Glycerin Matters

While some suppliers or installers may suggest diluting glycerin with water to reduce costs, this practice causes serious problems:

Damage from Water-Glycerin Mixtures:

• Accelerated wear – Water reduces lubrication properties, causing faster deterioration of internal mechanisms
• Corrosion risk – Water promotes rust and corrosion on metal components inside the gauge
• Reduced damping effectiveness – Diluted glycerin loses its ability to properly absorb vibrations and pulsations
• Shortened gauge lifespan – Mixed fluids compromise the protective benefits glycerin provides
• Inconsistent performance – Water separation can occur, leading to unreliable readings

The Angstrom Standard: 100% Pure Vegetable-Based Glycerin

We use only pure, food-grade vegetable-based glycerin in all our filled pressure gauges. This ensures:

✓ Maximum protection – Full lubrication of all moving parts
✓ Optimal vibration damping – Complete absorption of shocks and pulsations
✓ Long-term reliability – No corrosion or premature wear
✓ Consistent performance – Stable viscosity across operating temperatures
✓ Safe for all applications – Non-toxic, environmentally friendly formulation

Why Some Mix Water with Glycerin (And Why You Shouldn't)

The primary reason for diluting glycerin is cost reduction. Pure glycerin is more expensive than water, so mixing the two can lower material costs. However, this short-term saving leads to:

• More frequent gauge replacements
• Unreliable pressure readings
• Potential safety risks from gauge failure
• Higher long-term costs from premature equipment damage

Trust Angstrom for Quality Pressure Gauges

When you purchase a glycerin-filled pressure gauge from Angstrom, you can be confident it contains 100% pure vegetable-based glycerin. We never compromise on quality, because we understand that accurate, reliable pressure measurement is critical for your UAE industrial operations.

Don't risk your equipment and safety with diluted glycerin. Choose gauges filled with pure glycerin for maximum protection and performance.