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Wanted Dial Gauge
clockwork - 11/4/08 at 03:21 PM

For checking disc run out, so with an arm.
Can only find 'non arm' versions.
Any ideas where I can get one?
If the arm is removable that would be a bonus...
Ta


MikeCapon - 11/4/08 at 04:15 PM

If it's one like this you're after


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It's a lever dial gauge. Try here

Linky


MikeR - 11/4/08 at 05:38 PM

have you checked out screwfix?


paulf - 11/4/08 at 07:01 PM

That type is ok for small runnouts such as when setting machine tools but a plunger type with 10 or 12 mm travel is more use for working on engines etc.
Theres always some on Ebay or as mentioned screwfix do one for£16.99 cat no 58566-90
Paul.

quote:
Originally posted by MikeCapon
If it's one like this you're after


Image deleted by owner

It's a lever dial gauge. Try here

Linky


clockwork - 11/4/08 at 07:02 PM

I have been able to find dial gauges, e.g.
http://www.screwfix.com/search.do;jsessionid=P5S4SFO0LNORQCSTHZPCFFA?_dyncharset=UTF-8&fh_search=dial+gauge
but I am ideally after one with a (detachable) arm.
I have seen them in the past, I think in a back street auto shop, but didn't have a use for one. Now I want one, I can't find one.


907 - 11/4/08 at 07:32 PM

There are dial gauges on eBay. Search for dial test indicator.

360039712904 looks a reasonable price.

I use mine with a magnetic mount.

hth

Paul G


paulf - 11/4/08 at 07:41 PM

For what you are doing that will be ok mounted on a suitable mag stand, the lever arm type only have about 30 thou total travel and are not as easy to use for general work, they are more for machine tool set up.
Paul.

quote:
Originally posted by clockwork
I have been able to find dial gauges, e.g.
http://www.screwfix.com/search.do;jsessionid=P5S4SFO0LNORQCSTHZPCFFA?_dyncharset=UTF-8&fh_search=dial+gauge
but I am ideally after one with a (detachable) arm.
I have seen them in the past, I think in a back street auto shop, but didn't have a use for one. Now I want one, I can't find one.