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Precision thread plug gage used to inspect and verify internal thread dimensions, pitch, and tolerance compliance in manufactured components.
Test & Inspection

Thread Setting Plug Gages: Do I Need One and Why?

There are three basic types of thread setting plugs: truncated, progressive or wear check, or full form setting plug gages.
Mike Oddy
June 19, 2026

The first and most critical issue to understand is that thread setting plug gages are not used to inspect product threads.


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Computer connected Air Gaging
Measurement

Air Gaging Transforms Manufacturing Processes in Automotive and Aerospace Industries

These devices find extensive use in various manufacturing processes, from automotive to aerospace industries.
Anthony Diiorio
March 22, 2024

Air gauges are non-contact devices that utilize air pressure for measurement. They play a crucial role in ensuring precision and quality control in the manufacturing industry, from automotive to aerospace industries. They are particularly valuable for measuring delicate or easily deformable materials.


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Quality 101

Cylindrical Ring Gages: One Ring to Rule Them All

Cylindrical ring gages may be used as master gages to set variable measuring tools.
Mike Oddy
May 5, 2021

Cylindrical ring gages have a number of inspection purposes. They are used as Go/No-Go gages to inspect the outside diameter of a shaft or rod. They are masters for dial bore gages, internal micrometers and coordinate measuring machines (CMMs). 


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Thread Ring Realities

ANY ONE OF THESE ELEMENTS COULD MEAN A GAGE IS OUT OF TOLERANCE.
Hill Cox
October 2, 2015

The previous two columns dealt with a study of thread plug gage calibration, the results of which will be discussed and/or argued over for some time.


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Quality 101

Choose and Use the Proper Thread/Ring Gage

Ring gages are used for comparative gaging as well as for the checking, calibrating or setting of gages in a wide variety of industries.
Michael McCue Thomas Zeus
June 3, 2014

A highly common application for gages is inspecting threaded holes and shafts.


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Market Analysis

Cost-Effective Gages: Continue to Woo End Users

Research indicates average growth for the global gages market.
Aravind Govindan
July 8, 2013

While most metrology markets are extremely challenged by the sluggish economy, the global gages market remains relatively well-positioned primarily due to its cost-effectiveness.


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