Standard Gage 01824004 Lever Type Dial Indicator, 0.03" Measuring Span, 0.0005" Graduation Interval, 1.26" Dial Diameter, Black Dial Face

The Standard Gage 01824004 dial test indicator has a 0.03" measuring range, 0.0005" graduations, a black face, carbide tip, and inch measurements, and is designed to measure surface variations in narrow or recessed areas. Jeweled bearings provide high sensitivity and accuracy, and reversible measuring direction. This dial test indicator has a narrow body for hard-to-reach areas, and 1.26" diameter face. It comes with a storage case and inspection report.

Dial readings with three digits, 0-10-0 for example, signify that the indicator has a balanced dial. Dial readings with two digits, 0-100 for example, indicate the dial has a continuous dial. Balanced dials are used for reading the difference from a specific surface reference point. Continuous dials are used for direct readings and usually have a larger measurement range than balanced dials.

Test indicator gauges, also called gages, are precision instruments that measure short linear distances. They are commonly used for detecting deviations from tolerance limits, such as small variations in flatness or height of an inspected workpiece, and permit measurement in narrow grooves or small bores. A test indicator gauge consists of a ball-tipped contact point on a levered arm, also called a measuring insert, which pivots from a hinge point. The reading indicates the degree of angular displacement of the arm. Test indicator gauges are commonly used in manufacturing, machining, and mechanical engineering. Standard test indicators measure the displacement of the arm perpendicular to the axis of the indicator. Dial and electronic indicators are very similar to test indicators, except that the axis of measurement is parallel to the axis of the indicator. Test indicators can be analog, with a mechanical dial, or electronic, with a digital display. Some electronic models transfer the data electronically to a computer for recording and potential manipulation.

Standard Gage manufactures precision measuring equipment and metrology hand tools. The company is headquartered in North Kingstown, RI.

What's in the Box?

• Standard Gage 01824004 dial test indicator
• Storage case
• Inspection report