tire gauge

Wheel pressure meter

A tire gauge is a small handheld instrument for measuring air pressure in a tire.

The simplest type has a calibrated rod that extends when pressed against the tire valve.

Digital gauges display the reading on a screen.

Most tire gauges measure pressure in PSI (pounds per square inch): The tire gauge showed 32 PSI.

measurement

psi

23rd Greek letter

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inflation

air pressure

Atmospheric weight per area

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tool

handheld

Designed for palm use

  • portableAble to be carried
  • pocketFabric compartment in clothing
  • chuckThrow carelessly or informally

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safety

traction

Adhesive friction enabling movement

speed rating · fuel efficiency · uneven wear · handling · stability · warning light

Categories
Opposites
function

tire gaugetire pump

Wheel inflation device

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Family

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Familiarity
Top 100,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G