Chart recorder consumables are the replacement supplies used to keep mechanical chart recorders operating properly and producing accurate, easy-to-read records. Since 1984, Tech Cal has manufactured, serviced, and supported mechanical chart recorders from our Houston, Texas facility. We stock genuine Graphic Controls™ chart paper and recording pens, along with batteries, chart drives, and select replacement parts for Tech Cal and compatible American Meter-style recorders.
Available chart recorder supplies include:
Not sure which supply you need? Contact Tech Cal with your recorder model, chart size, pressure or temperature range, chart rotation time, and any available part numbers or photographs. Our team can help identify the correct replacement.
Browse commonly requested chart recorder paper, recording pens, batteries, chart drives, and replacement parts. Product availability and compatibility vary by recorder model, measurement range, chart size, and rotation configuration.





Mechanical chart recorder supplies are not always interchangeable. Before ordering, confirm as many of the following details as possible:
Match replacement chart paper to the recorder’s chart diameter, measurement range, engineering units, rotation time, and printed scale. Circular chart paper used for pressure and temperature recording can have different scales and chart patterns even when the physical chart diameter is identical. If you are unsure which chart you need, provide Tech Cal with the existing chart number or a clear photograph of the chart and recorder.
Recording pens must match the recorder’s pen arm, mounting style, channel position, and configuration. For multi-pen recorders, confirm both the required channel and ink color before ordering. A photograph of the existing pen and pen arm can help Tech Cal identify the correct replacement.
Chart drives and batteries can vary by voltage, rotation time, and recorder model. Before ordering a replacement, confirm the recorder model, existing chart-drive label, rotation time, battery specifications, and any visible part numbers. Photographs of the existing drive and wiring can also help Tech Cal identify the correct replacement.
As a U.S.-based mechanical chart recorder manufacturer and calibration provider, Tech Cal has supported industrial customers since 1984. We stock genuine Graphic Controls™ consumables and provide hands-on assistance identifying parts for Tech Cal and compatible American Meter-style recorders.
Check the chart diameter, measurement range, engineering units, rotation time, and recorder model. The existing chart number is especially helpful. You can also send Tech Cal a clear photograph of the chart and recorder identification label, and our team can help identify the correct replacement.
No. Pen mounting style, arm position, channel configuration, and ink color can vary between recorder models. Confirm compatibility before ordering replacement pens.
Yes. Tech Cal stocks genuine Graphic Controls™ chart paper and recording pens for compatible mechanical chart recorders, along with batteries, chart drives, and select replacement parts.
Yes. Send clear photographs of the recorder, model plate, existing chart, pen, battery, or chart drive, together with any visible part numbers and the recorder’s range and rotation time.
Many supplies are compatible with Tech Cal and American Meter-style recorders, but compatibility should be confirmed using the recorder model, chart configuration, range, and existing part information. Contact Tech Cal to find the right chart recorder consumables for your equipment.
Send Tech Cal your recorder model, chart size, measurement range, rotation time, visible part numbers, and clear photographs of the existing chart, pen, battery, drive, or model plate. Our team will help you identify the correct chart recorder consumable or replacement part.