Digital Gauge Frequently Asked Questions

Installation tolerance during fixation of the main body

Use a rigid fixture for fixing, and please attach the linear gauge body at a right angle.
The recommended installation angle is less than 0.15 degrees (perpendicularity 260 μm/100 mm). If the linear gauge body is installed at an angle, lateral forces will be applied to the spindle, which may cause failure.
Additionally, the shape of the fixture should be L-shaped. This will make it easier to attach the linear gauge body at a right angle.

Torque values for tightening when the main body is fixed.

The recommended torque values for tightening screws in the fixation of the linear gauge body are as shown in the table below.

After tightening, be sure to check the movement of the spindle. If the movement is poor, it means it is over-tightened, so please loosen it. However, if you loosen it too much, the fixation of the main body will become unstable, making accurate measurements impossible. Please pay attention to the movement of the spindle after it is fixed. Use a thread locking agent if necessary.

Tightening torque value for the stem mounting part

After tightening, please be sure to check the movement of the spindle. If the movement is poor, it means it is over-tightened, so please loosen it. However, if you loosen it too much, the fixation of the stem will become unstable, and accurate measurements will not be possible. Please pay attention to the movement of the spindle after it is fixed.