Modified balls

The purpose of the clamping device is to get a stable and fixed base for mounting CMM reference balls. To avoid vibrations, standard clamping devices of stainless steel are made, with a strong holder filled with sand. If required, they can also be supplied with a magnetic holder or fixture.

The unique clamping device for multiple positioning is a simple and efficient solution for mounting reference balls for the measurement of plane surfaces. The reference ball can be mounted in each of the positions shown above. The unit can be supplied with a holder, with a thread, or a magnetic holder as desired. The height up to the middle of the mounting block is normally 150 mm or 6 inches, depending on the ball dimensions, or according to your specifications.

Dimensions:

see table, custom dimensions available on inquiry

Dimensions:

see table, custom dimensions available on inquiry

Dimensions:

see table, custom dimensions available on inquiry

Dimensions:

see table, custom dimensions available on inquiry

Dimensions:

see table, custom dimensions available on inquiry

Double-ended plug gauge

Plug gauges have many advantages compared with traditional gauges. Fast and easy to use, since they can be inserted in any angle or corner. Owing to the very small contact surface, the inspector has a "very good feeling" and any unevenness can be determined easily. They are extremely efficient in determining indentations or narrowing in holes. The hard metal balls have a high resistance to impacts, wear, temperature, humidity and corrosion. The standard tolerances are +2.0 µm (0.00008 inches) on the go-side and -2.0 µm (0.00008 inches) on the no-go side. Narrower tolerances are possible at an additional cost. The UKAS measurement laboratory can provide a certification for your gauge. Additionally, it is also possible to engrave part numbers etc. in the handles according to your specifications. The pins are made of high-quality stainless steel.

Notes regarding design

For ball dimensions from 5/32 inch (4 mm) and above, the pin is inserted in a spark-eroded hole and fastened with a special glue. Below 5/32 inch (4 mm), the balls are hand soldered to the pin.

Single-ended plug gauge

Plug gauges have many advantages compared with traditional gauges. Fast and easy to use, since they can be inserted in any angle or corner. Owing to the very small contact surface, the inspector has a "very good feeling" and any unevenness can be determined easily. They are extremely efficient in determining indentations or narrowing in holes. The hard metal balls have a high resistance to impacts, wear, temperature, humidity and corrosion. The standard tolerances are +2.0 µm (0.00008 inches) on the go-side and -2.0 µm (0.00008 inches) on the no-go side. Narrower tolerances are possible at an additional cost. The UKAS measurement laboratory can provide a certification for your gauge. Additionally, it is also possible to engrave part numbers etc. in the handles according to your specifications. The pins are made of high-quality stainless steel.

Notes regarding design

For ball dimensions from 5/32 inch (4 mm) and above, the pin is inserted in a spark-eroded hole and fastened with a special glue. Below 5/32 inch (4 mm), the balls are hand soldered to the pin.