Gauges

Contents gauge with rubber housing which is great for impact protection. Single gauges like this are generally used for pony cylinders because depth gauges and compasses are on the main cylinders console
 
Contents gauge with high impact plastic housing which is good for protection. Single gauges like this are generally used for pony cylinders because depth gauges and compasses are on the main cylinders console
 
Contents gauge and depth gauge with rubber housing which is great for impact protection. A console like this is generally used on the main cylinder.
 
Contents gauge, depth gauge and compass tilted at an angle to make keeping the compass horizontal easier. It has a high impact plastic housing which is good for protection. A console like this is generally used on the main cylinder.
 
Contents gauge, depth gauge and compass in one console the console rotates to use the compass. A console like this is generally used on the main cylinder.
 
The Smart COM has a digital contents gauge and an air integrated computer that provides the diver with advanced warning of the air requirements that are necessary to complete an ascent and any decompression stops and a compass tilted at an angle to make keeping the compass horizontal easier. A console like this is generally used on the main cylinder. and can be removed to store it safely.
 
Minature pressure indicator, 23mm wide for use up to a maximum pressure of 350 bar with standard 7/16" UNF fitting. Connects to regulator first stage. They are good for argon suit cylinders.

Summary

The right gauges for you are personal preference. IMHO Its a good idea to have a depth and contents gauge on the console as the depth gauge is a good backup for your dive computer. A compass as well is only of use if the contents gauge hose is long enough.

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