Block Gauge Family

Digital and Analogue Universal Gauges

  • 2 mm, 5 mm and 10 mm Total Measuring Range
  • Repeatability: < 0.25 µm
  • Digital and Half Bridge
  • High Accuracy
  • Compact size 2 mm unit
  • Pneumatic or Spring Actuation
  • IP65 Protection
  • Adjustable Anti-rotation Guide
  • All Stainless Steel Construction
  • Large Range of Changeable Tips
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DESCRIPTION

Metro Block Gauges makes precision measurements of bores and cavities a simple and reliable process. More
generally, the use of these devices is recommended in applications where space is limited and where the use of axial probes is
not possible.

The family of universal gauges includes 2 mm, 5 mm and 10 mm measurement ranges, the 5 mm unit is used
in most gauging applications and the 10 mm unit is designed for applications requiring a longer range. The 2 mm unit is a
miniaturised version in length, height and thickness and is recommended for applications where space is very restricted.

The block gauges are available in half bridge or digital variants, and offer unrivalled ruggedness, accuracy and
repeatability. All three units are extremely versatile and provide datum surfaces and all the adjustments required for precision
gauging applications.

MECANICAL OUTLINE

 

4 and 5 mm modules dimensions

 

10 mm module dimensions

2mm modules dimensions

 

CONFIGURATION DRAWING

 

The Block Gauge pneumatic kit enables automatic loading of components. Pneumatic actuation coupled with a spring to control the tip force
ensures repeatable measurement results (fig.1)

The 5 mm and 10 mm block gauges are equipped with an industry standard tool holder. This ensures that the gauge is rigid yet easy to adjust. The tip carriers have an M2.5 fitting that accepts all standard tips. Due to its size, the 2 mm gauge has a modified adjustment system that provides equal rigidity and ease of adjustment (fig.2)

 

As many Block Gauges as required can be banked close together. The compact configuration and the ability to gauge off the centreline is useful when tightly packed points need to be measured (fig.3)

Measurements with offset tip are possible with all the units, so to reduce the footprint of the gauge, adjustment along the frame is provided (fig.4)

A range of springs is available to ensure that the Block Gauge can be used in any attitude. IP65 protection helps to extend the life of the gauge in dirty environments (fig.5)

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

 
with inductive probe
With digital probe
Mechanical Travel (mm)
3, 6, 11 mm
Measurement Range (mm)
±1, ±2.5, ±5 mm
2, 5, 10 mm
Precision
 
2 mm
±1 µm ou ±0,5 %x D
±1 µm ±0,1 %x D
5 mm
±2,5 µm ou ±0,5 %x D
±1 µm ±0,15 %x D
10 mm
±5 µm ou ±0,5 %x D
±1 µm ±0,15 %x D
Repeatability (on-axis at 70 g tip force)
< 0.25 µm
Null Position
Ajustable
Non applicable
Tip Force
Ajustable from 0,5N to 1N
Temperature Coefficient
< 0,01 % of full scale per °C
Mass (less tool holder)
2mm = 160 g ; 5 mm = 390 g ; 10 mm = 385 g
Mass of moving part (less tool holder)
2mm = 35 g ; 5 mm = 90 g ; 10 mm = 95 g
Masse chariot
25 g
Material
Stainless Steel (300 series) with Viton® Gaiters
Operating Pressure
1 Bar to 3 Bar
Operating Temperature (°C)
5°C à +85°C
+5°C à +65°C

 

Ordering Guide for Block Gauge Components

All gauges are supplied configured as spring push. A customer fit pneumatic actuator (code 804570-SX) is required to convert spring push to pneumatic operation. The Block Gauge is inclusive of integral sensor and additional springs but does not include the pneumatic actuator, tool holder (4 mm and 6 mm bore), tip carrier (4 mm and 6 mm diameter) or tips. These must be ordered separately.

Tips
With industry standard M2.5 thread.
Tip Carrier
Length
4 mm Ø Tip Carriers
6 mm Ø Tip Carriers
20 mm
83420
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30 mm
83430
83630
40 mm
83440
83640
50 mm
-------
83650
Tool Holder
Block Gauge
4 mm bore Tool Holder
Part Number
6 mm bore Tool Holder
Part Number
2 mm
83401
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5 & 10 mm
83402
83602
     
 
Digital or Inductive Block Gauge
Range 2 mm
Range 5 mm
Range 10 mm
Inductive
Ref.
Code
Ref.
Code
Ref.
Code
Axial
BG/1
80201-2
BG/2.5
80201-5
BG/5
80201-10
Radial
-------
-------
BGR/2.5
80201-5R
BG/5R
80201-10R
   
Digital
Ref.
Code
Ref.
Code
Ref.
Code
Axial
DK/2/S
81201-2
DK/5/S
81201-5
DK/10/S
81201-10
Radial
-------
-------
DKR/5/S
81201-5R
DKR/10/S
81201-10R
Pneumatic
Actuator
Block Gauge
Part Number
   
2 mm
83403
   
5 & 10 mm
83404
   
 
Replacement
Spring Kits
Block Gauge 2 mm
Block Gauge 5mm
Block Gauge 10mm
70 g (0.68 N)
832070
-------
-------
75 g (0.74 N)
-------
835075
831075
100 g (0.98 N)
832100
835100
831100
150 g (1.47 N)
832150
835150
831150
250 g (2.45 N)
-------
835250
831250
350 g (3.43 N)
-------
835350
831350

 

Comply with

EN 50081-1 and EN 50082-2

 


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