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GAGE CALIBRATION

Gages are made of tool steel hardened to Rc60-64, but even the hardest materials will wear with use. Gages can also be damaged or gummed-up. The only way to determine if the gages are still usable is to calibrate them. The calibration work needs to be done by someone who is familiar with gages and has the masters and instruments to take the required precise measurements.

Calibration of threaded plug gages requires the use of thread wires and a precise measurement instrument. Calibration of threaded ring gages requires the use of threaded set plugs. Calibration of cylindrical plain plugs and rings requires precision measurement instruments. Calibration of tapered pipe gages requires tapered master gages or special calibration tools and precise measurement instruments.

If you are not a trained expert, it is suggested that you contract out your calibration services to an inspection labratory.

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