Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Gauges or gages are the tools that assure accurate measurements. Since precise measurements and high tolerance are very important for any component or assembly, gauges are a necessary part of a manufacturing company. Some industries that use gauges for measurement are chemical, oil and gas, automotive and aerospace industries.

Various types of gauges are available in the market, which can measure the dimensions as per the users' requirements. The different types of measurement gauges are pressure gauges, temperature gauges, calibration gauges, strain gauges, bore gauges, depth gauges and thread gauges.

Some important parameters you must consider before you select a gauge are

1. The type of application for which you require the gauge
2. The size, shape or flow of the product you want to measure
3. The type of process you will follow for the measurements
4. Accuracy and sensitivity of the gauges

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Buy gauges from reliable gauge manufacturers

Once you understand your requirements, you can go to a specific gauge manufacturer to buy the gauge.

I recommend: Dyer Company is a manufacturer of both standard and customized gauges that offers a range of measuring gauges, such as bore gages, groove gages, min-wall thickness gages and special application gages. Rochester Gauges is a manufacturer that sells LP gas gauges, NH3 gauges and other types of industrial gauges. You can buy standard and taper lock gauges from United California Corporation.

Buy gauges from reliable gauges distributors

You can also buy gauges from distributors who provide various types of gauges at attractive prices.

I recommend: Ohio Valley Industrial Services offers gauges for measuring various parameters such as level, temperature, flow and pressure. Newark is another reputable distributor of gauges that supplies depth and thread gauges, drill gauges and feeler gauges offered by reputable manufacturers. You can also buy gauges from MSC Industrial Direct.

Calibrate your gauges

If your gauges are not working properly and giving inaccurate readings, then take your gauges for calibration to well-known calibration service providers.

I recommend: Cal Tec Labs is a calibration service provider for all types of dimensional and process gauges either on-site or at their premises. You can take the gauge for calibration to Inspec a company that provides calibration and repair services for all types of gauges. Palmer Wahl Instrumentation Group is another reputable service provider for calibration and repair of gauges.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  You should take proper care while storing and handling the gauges.
• •  Wipe off all the impurities from the surface of the measuring probes with a clean cloth to avoid getting wrong readings.