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    Bend-and-Stay Positioning Arms

    Stronger and with greater load capacities than gooseneck-style positioning arms, these arms keep their shape even when moving or when exposed to vibration. They’re often used in robotics and conveyor applications when frequent repositioning isn’t required.
    All accessories include the necessary hardware for attaching them to arms.
    Arms
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Positioning Arms. Bend-and-Stay Positioning Arms, Arms.
    Base
    Attaching End
    Max.
    Projection
    Dia.
    Max. Load
    Cap., lb.
    Material
    Color
    Mount Type
    Mounting
    Thread Size
    Mounting Hole
    Thread Type
    Mounting Fasteners
    Included
    Mount Type
    Mounting
    Thread Size
    Mounting
    Thread Type
    Mounting Fasteners
    Included
    Each
    6"5/8"20Vinyl-Coated CopperBlackThreaded Hole3/8"-24
    UNF
    NoThreaded Hole3/8"-24
    UNF
    No00000000000000
    9"5/8"7Vinyl-Coated CopperBlackThreaded Hole3/8"-24
    UNF
    NoThreaded Hole3/8"-24
    UNF
    No0000000000000
    12"5/8"5Vinyl-Coated CopperBlackThreaded Hole3/8"-24
    UNF
    NoThreaded Hole3/8"-24
    UNF
    No0000000000000
    18"5/8"3Vinyl-Coated CopperBlackThreaded Hole3/8"-24
    UNF
    NoThreaded Hole3/8"-24
    UNF
    No0000000000000
    24"5/8"2.5Vinyl-Coated CopperBlackThreaded Hole3/8"-24
    UNF
    NoThreaded Hole3/8"-24
    UNF
    No0000000000000
    30"5/8"2Vinyl-Coated CopperBlackThreaded Hole3/8"-24
    UNF
    NoThreaded Hole3/8"-24
    UNF
    No0000000000000
    36"5/8"0.5Vinyl-Coated CopperBlackThreaded Hole3/8"-24
    UNF
    NoThreaded Hole3/8"-24
    UNF
    No0000000000000
     
    Screw-On Bases
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Positioning Arms. Bend-and-Stay Positioning Arms, Screw-On Bases.
    Arm
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Thk.
    Max. Load
    Cap., lb.
    Material
    Color
    Surface Mounting
    Fasteners Included
    Mount
    Type
    Mounting Fasteners
    Included
    Each
    3"3"1/4"20Powder-Coated SteelBlackYesScrew OnYes00000000000000
     
    Screw-On Right-Angle Bases
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Positioning Arms. Bend-and-Stay Positioning Arms, Screw-On Right-Angle Bases.
    Arm
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Thk.
    Max. Load
    Cap., lb.
    Material
    Color
    Surface Mounting
    Fasteners Included
    Mount
    Type
    Mounting Fasteners
    Included
    Each
    3"3"2"20Powder-Coated SteelBlackYesScrew OnYes00000000000000
     
    Clamp-On Bases
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Positioning Arms. Bend-and-Stay Positioning Arms, Clamp-On Bases.
    Clamp-on bases have two arm attachment locations. Place arms straight or at a right angle from the clamping screw.
    Rubber V-Block—Clamp-on bases with a rubber V-block can be mounted to rounded surfaces such as pipe and railings.
    For Max.
    Mounting Surface
    Arm
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Thk.
    Dia.
    Max. Load
    Cap., lb.
    Material
    Color
    Mount
    Type
    Mounting Fasteners
    Included
    Features
    Includes
    Each
    1 1/4"5 1/2"1 5/8"20Powder-Coated SteelBlackScrew OnYesPadded Base Clamp00000000000000
    1 7/8"8 1/4"2 5/8"2"20Powder-Coated SteelBlackScrew OnYesPadded Base Clamp, Ratchet HandleRubber V-Block0000000000000
     
    Magnetic Bases
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Positioning Arms. Bend-and-Stay Positioning Arms, Magnetic Bases.
    Arm
    Dia.
    Thk.
    Max. Pull,
    lbf
    Case Material
    Mount
    Type
    Mounting Fasteners
    Included
    Each
    4 7/8"1/2"200Nickel-Plated SteelScrew OnYes00000000000000
     
    Weighted Bases
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Positioning Arms. Bend-and-Stay Positioning Arms, Weighted Bases.
    Arm
    Dia.
    Max. Load
    Cap., lb.
    Material
    Color
    Mount
    Type
    Mounting Fasteners
    Included
    Each
    9"20Powder-Coated SteelBlackScrew OnYes00000000000000
     
    Multiarm Adapters
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Six 3/8"-24 Threaded Studs. Bend-and-Stay Positioning Arms.
    Attach up to five arms to your base with multiarm adapters.
    Base
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Thk.
    Max. Load
    Cap., lb.
    Material
    Color
    Mount Type
    Mounting
    Thread Size
    Mounting Hole
    Thread Type
    Includes
    Each
    1 1/4"1 1/4"1 1/4"5Anodized AluminumBlackThreaded Hole, Threaded Stud3/8"-24
    UNF
    Six 3/8"-24 Threaded Studs00000000000000
     
    Spring Clamps
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Positioning Arms. Bend-and-Stay Positioning Arms, Spring Clamps.
    4 1/2" Reach Length—Spring clamps with a 4 1/2" reach clamp further into a workpiece than other spring clamps.
    3 Attaching End Mounting Holes—Spring clamps with three attaching end mounting holes can be mounted parallel or perpendicular to your positioning arm.
    Attaching End
    Max. Range
    of Motion
    Max.
    Opening
    Reach
    Lg.
    Jaw
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Max. Load
    Cap., lb.
    Material
    Color
    Mount Type
    Mounting
    Thread Size
    Mounting
    Thread Type
    Mounting Fasteners
    Included
    No. of Mounting
    Holes
    Features
    Each
    360°0.31"0.59"0.13"4 1/2"1Nickel-Plated SteelThreaded Stud3/8"-24
    UNF
    Locknut00000000000000
    2"2"1"6 1/4"10Chrome-Plated SteelUnthreaded HoleYes1Vinyl Grips0000000000000
    3"3 3/4"6"8"10PlasticBlackUnthreaded HoleYes30000000000000
    3"4 1/2"3/8"8 1/2"10PlasticBlackUnthreaded HoleYes30000000000000
     
    Three-Finger Clamps
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Positioning Arms. Bend-and-Stay Positioning Arms, Three-Finger Clamps.
    Three-finger clamps have bent fingers to hold workpieces that are hard to grip, such as beakers, flashlights, and webcams. A rotating position lock lets you rotate these clamps on your positioning arm. Secure clamps in place with the included locknut.
    Attaching End
    Max. Range
    of Motion
    Max.
    Opening
    Reach
    Lg.
    Lg.
    Max. Load
    Cap., lb.
    Material
    Color
    Mount Type
    Mounting
    Thread Size
    Mounting
    Thread Type
    Features
    Each
    360°3 5/8"2 1/2"6 3/4"5Powder-Coated AluminumGrayThreaded Stud3/8"-24
    UNF
    Locknut, Vinyl-Coated Fingers00000000000000
     
    Ball-and-Socket Adapters
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Positioning Arms. Bend-and-Stay Positioning Arms, Ball-and-Socket Adapters.
    Ball-and-socket adapters allow 360° rotation and up to 90° tilt. A locking knob keeps them in place.
    Attaching End
    Arm Attaching End
    Lg.
    Range of
    Motion
    Max. Tilt Range
    of Motion
    Mounting
    Thread Size
    Mounting
    Thread Type
    Max. Load
    Cap., lb.
    Body Material
    Color
    Mount Type
    Mounting
    Thread Size
    Mounting
    Thread Type
    Features
    Each
    Threaded Stud
    2 1/2"360°90°1/4"-20
    UNC
    6Anodized AluminumBlackThreaded Stud3/8"-24
    UNF
    Locking Knob, Rubber-Padded Camera Seat00000000000000
     
    Ball-and-Socket Connectors
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Positioning Arms. Bend-and-Stay Positioning Arms, Ball-and-Socket Connectors.
    Ball-and-socket connectors allow 360° rotation and up to 90° tilt. A locking knob keeps them in place.
    Attaching End
    Arm Attaching End
    Lg.
    Range of
    Motion
    Max. Tilt Range
    of Motion
    Mounting
    Thread Size
    Mounting
    Thread Type
    Mounting Fasteners
    Included
    Max. Load
    Cap., lb.
    Material
    Color
    Mount Type
    Mounting
    Thread Size
    Mounting
    Thread Type
    Features
    Each
    Threaded Hole
    3 7/8"360°90°3/8"-24
    UNF
    Yes6Anodized AluminumBlackThreaded Stud3/8"-24
    UNF
    Locking Knob00000000000000
     
    Parallel Brackets
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Positioning Arms. Bend-and-Stay Positioning Arms, Parallel Brackets.
    Parallel brackets grip the ends of flat items.
    Attaching End
    For Device Ht.
    For Min.
    Device Wd.
    Max. Load
    Cap., lb.
    Material
    Color
    Mount Type
    Mounting Fasteners
    Included
    No. of Mounting
    Holes
    Features
    Each
    5 1/2" to 11 1/2"2"2PlasticBlackUnthreaded HoleYes1Adjustable Arms00000000000000
     
    Threaded Studs
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Positioning Arms. Bend-and-Stay Positioning Arms, Threaded Studs.
    Threaded studs convert the threaded hole on your positioning arm.
    Attaching End
    Lg.
    Material
    Mount Type
    Mounting
    Thread Size
    Mounting
    Thread Type
    Each
    1"303 Stainless SteelThreaded Stud3/8"-24
    UNF
    0000000000000
     
    Thread Adapters
    Image of Product. With Threaded Hole. Front orientation. Threaded Hole. Bend-and-Stay Positioning Arms, Thread Adapters.
    Image of Product. With Threaded Stud. Front orientation. Threaded Stud. Bend-and-Stay Positioning Arms, Thread Adapters.

    With

    Threaded

    Hole

    With

    Threaded

    Stud

    Thread adapters convert the thread size and type on your positioning arm.
    Attaching End
    Arm Attaching End
    Lg.
    Mounting Thread
    Size
    Mounting
    Thread Type
    Mounting Fasteners
    Included
    Material
    Mount Type
    Mounting
    Thread Size
    Mounting
    Thread Type
    Each
    Threaded Hole
    1 3/4"1/4"-20
    UNC
    Yes303 Stainless SteelThreaded Stud3/8"-24
    UNF
    00000000000000
    1 3/4"8-32
    UNC
    Yes303 Stainless SteelThreaded Stud3/8"-24
    UNF
    0000000000000
    1 3/4"M8 × 1.25 mmMetric
    Yes303 Stainless SteelThreaded Stud3/8"-24
    UNF
    0000000000000
     
    Threaded Stud
    1 5/16"5/8"-27
    UNS
    303 Stainless SteelThreaded Stud3/8"-24
    UNF
    000000000000
     
    Right-Angle Thread Adapters
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Positioning Arms. Bend-and-Stay Positioning Arms, Right-Angle Thread Adapters.
    Arm Attaching End
    Lg.
    Material
    Attaching End Mounting
    Fasteners Included
    Mount Type
    Mounting
    Thread Size
    Mounting
    Thread Type
    Each
    Unthreaded Hole
    2 1/2"303 Stainless SteelYesThreaded Stud3/8"-24
    UNF
    00000000000000
     
    Attaching-End Mounting Pads
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Positioning Arms. Bend-and-Stay Positioning Arms, Attaching-End Mounting Pads.
    Secure items to attaching-end mounting pads with glue, hook and loop, screws, or other fasteners.
    Attaching End
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Thk.
    Range of
    Motion
    Mount Type
    Mounting Fasteners
    Included
    No. of Mounting
    Holes
    Material
    Color
    Each
    3"4"3/8"360°Unthreaded HoleYes1PlasticBlack00000000000000
    4"5"3/8"360°Unthreaded HoleYes1PlasticBlack0000000000000
    5"6"3/8"360°Unthreaded HoleYes1PlasticBlack0000000000000
     
    Machine Guards
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Positioning Arms. Bend-and-Stay Positioning Arms, Machine Guards.
    Attaching End
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Thk.
    Material
    Color
    Mount Type
    Mounting Fasteners
    Included
    No. of Mounting
    Holes
    Includes
    Each
    10"12"1/4"PlasticClearUnthreaded HoleYes2Right-Angle Thread Adapter00000000000000
     
    Magnifiers
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Positioning Arms. Bend-and-Stay Positioning Arms, Magnifiers.
    Lens
    Attaching End
    Magnification
    Dia.
    Material
    Material
    Color
    Mount Type
    Mounting
    Thread Size
    Mounting
    Thread Type
    Each
    3X5"GlassPlasticBlackThreaded Stud3/8"-24
    UNF
    00000000000000
    8X5"GlassPlasticBlackThreaded Stud3/8"-24
    UNF
    0000000000000
     
    Mirrors
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Positioning Arms. Bend-and-Stay Positioning Arms, Mirrors.
    Attaching End
    Shape
    Max. Range
    of Motion
    Tilt Range
    of Motion
    Dia.
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Mirror
    Material
    Material
    Color
    Mount Type
    Mounting
    Thread Size
    Mounting
    Thread Type
    Mounting Fasteners
    Included
    No. of Mounting
    Holes
    Each
    Convex
    Round360°30°6 1/4"GlassPowder-Coated SteelBlackThreaded Stud3/8"-24
    UNF
    00000000000000
    Round360°30°8 1/2"GlassPowder-Coated SteelBlackUnthreaded HoleYes10000000000000
     
    Flat
    Rectangle360°30°5 1/2"7 1/2"GlassPowder-Coated SteelBlackThreaded Stud3/8"-24
    UNF
    0000000000000
     

    Any-Which-Way Positioning Arms

    Bend these arms to hold small equipment such as lights and microphones in almost any position.
    Threaded Hole/Threaded Stud Bases with Threaded Hole/Threaded Stud Attaching End
    Image of Product. Front orientation. 1/4"-20. Any-Which-Way Positioning Arms .
    Image of Specification. End with Threaded Stud. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Border. 1/4"-20. Any-Which-Way Positioning Arms .

    End with

    Threaded

    Stud

    Includes—Use threaded stud and threadlocker to convert a threaded hole into a threaded stud.
    Attaching End
    Max.
    Projection
    Base Mounting
    Thread Size
    Max. Load
    Cap., lb.
    Material
    Color
    Includes
    Mounting
    Thread Size
    Mounting
    Thread Type
    Each
    Rotate, Tilt, Side to Side, In/Out
    6"1/4"-20
    4Vinyl-Coated SteelBlackTwo 1/4"-20 Threaded Studs, Threadlocker1/4"-20
    UNC
    00000000000000
    9"1/4"-20
    3.5Vinyl-Coated SteelBlackTwo 1/4"-20 Threaded Studs, Threadlocker1/4"-20
    UNC
    0000000000000
    12"1/4"-20
    3Vinyl-Coated SteelBlackTwo 1/4"-20 Threaded Studs, Threadlocker1/4"-20
    UNC
    0000000000000
    15"1/4"-20
    2Vinyl-Coated SteelBlackTwo 1/4"-20 Threaded Studs, Threadlocker1/4"-20
    UNC
    0000000000000
    18"1/4"-20
    2.5Vinyl-Coated SteelBlackTwo 1/4"-20 Threaded Studs, Threadlocker1/4"-20
    UNC
    0000000000000
    24"1/4"-20
    1.5Vinyl-Coated SteelBlackTwo 1/4"-20 Threaded Studs, Threadlocker1/4"-20
    UNC
    0000000000000
    30"1/4"-20
    0.8Vinyl-Coated SteelBlackTwo 1/4"-20 Threaded Studs, Threadlocker1/4"-20
    UNC
    0000000000000
    36"1/4"-20
    0.6Vinyl-Coated SteelBlackTwo 1/4"-20 Threaded Studs, Threadlocker1/4"-20
    UNC
    0000000000000
     
    Threaded Stud Bases with Threaded Hole Attaching End
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Positioning Arms. Any-Which-Way Positioning Arms , Threaded Stud Bases with Threaded Hole Attaching End.
    Image of Specification. Threaded Hole. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Border. 5/8"-27. Any-Which-Way Positioning Arms .

    Threaded

    Hole

    Attaching End
    Max.
    Projection
    Base Mounting
    Thread Size
    Max. Load
    Cap., lb.
    Material
    Color
    Mounting
    Thread Size
    Mounting
    Thread Type
    Each
    Rotate, Tilt, Side to Side, In/Out
    6"5/8"-27
    3Vinyl-Coated SteelBlack5/8"-27
    UNS
    00000000000000
    13"5/8"-27
    1Vinyl-Coated SteelBlack5/8"-27
    UNS
    00000000000000
    19"5/8"-27
    1Vinyl-Coated SteelBlack5/8"-27
    UNS
    00000000000000
     
    Threaded Stud Bases with Threaded Stud Attaching End
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Positioning Arms. Any-Which-Way Positioning Arms , Threaded Stud Bases with Threaded Stud Attaching End.
    Image of Specification. Threaded Stud. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Border. 1/8. Any-Which-Way Positioning Arms .

    Threaded

    Stud

    Attaching End
    Max.
    Projection
    Base Mounting
    Pipe Size
    Max. Load
    Cap., lb.
    Material
    Color
    Mounting
    Pipe Size
    Mounting
    Thread Type
    Each
    Rotate, Tilt, Side to Side, In/Out
    9"1/8
    2Vinyl-Coated SteelBlack1/8
    NPSM
    00000000000000
    15"1/8
    1Vinyl-Coated SteelBlack1/8
    NPSM
    0000000000000
    24"1/8
    1Vinyl-Coated SteelBlack1/8
    NPSM
    00000000000000
     
    Screw-On Bases with Plate Attaching End
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Positioning Arms. Any-Which-Way Positioning Arms , Screw-On Bases with Plate Attaching End.
    Base
    Attaching End
    Max.
    Projection
    Max. Load
    Cap., lb.
    Material
    Color
    Mounting Fasteners
    Included
    Lg.
    Wd.
    No. of Mounting
    Holes
    Mounting
    Hole Dia.
    Mounting
    Hole Dia.
    Plate
    Lg.
    Plate
    Wd.
    No. of Mounting
    Holes
    Each
    Rotate, Tilt, Side to Side, In/Out
    14"5Vinyl-Coated SteelBlackNo2"3"313/64"3/16"2"1 7/8"8000000000000
     
    Screw-On Bases with Threaded Hole/Threaded Stud Attaching End
    Image of Product. Front orientation. 2 Base Mounting Holes. Any-Which-Way Positioning Arms .
    Image of Specification. End with Threaded Stud. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Border. 2 Base Mounting Holes. Any-Which-Way Positioning Arms .

    End with

    Threaded

    Stud

    Includes—Use threaded stud and threadlocker to convert a threaded hole into a threaded stud.
    Base
    Attaching End
    Max.
    Projection
    Max. Load
    Cap., lb.
    Material
    Color
    Mounting Fasteners
    Included
    Lg.
    Wd.
    No. of Mounting
    Holes
    Mounting
    Hole Dia.
    Includes
    Mounting
    Thread Size
    Mounting
    Thread Type
    Each
    Rotate, Tilt, Side to Side, In/Out
    9"3Vinyl-Coated SteelBlackYes2"1"20.275"One 3/8"-16 Threaded Stud, Threadlocker3/8"-16
    UNC
    00000000000000
    9"3.5Vinyl-Coated SteelBlackNo2"1"20.275"One 1/4"-20 Threaded Stud, Threadlocker1/4"-20
    UNC
    0000000000000
    16"2.5Vinyl-Coated SteelBlackNo2"1"20.275"One 1/4"-20 Threaded Stud, Threadlocker1/4"-20
    UNC
    0000000000000
    16"2.5Vinyl-Coated SteelBlackNo2"1"20.275"One 3/8"-16 Threaded Stud, Threadlocker3/8"-16
    UNC
    0000000000000
    24"1.5Vinyl-Coated SteelBlackNo2"1"20.275"One 1/4"-20 Threaded Stud, Threadlocker1/4"-20
    UNC
    0000000000000
    24"1.5Vinyl-Coated SteelBlackNo2"1"20.275"One 3/8"-16 Threaded Stud, Threadlocker3/8"-16
    UNC
    0000000000000
     
    Clamp-On Bases with Threaded Hole Attaching End
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Positioning Arms. Any-Which-Way Positioning Arms , Clamp-On Bases with Threaded Hole Attaching End.
    Padded Base Clamp—Arms with padded base clamp have plastic pads that protect mounting surfaces from marring.
    Base
    Attaching End
    Max.
    Projection
    For Max. Mounting
    Surface Thk.
    Max. Load
    Cap., lb.
    Material
    Color
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Mounting
    Thread Size
    Mounting
    Thread Type
    Features
    Each
    Rotate, Tilt, Side to Side, In/Out
    16"2"2.5Vinyl-Coated SteelBlack2"2"3/8"-16
    UNC
    Padded Base Clamp00000000000000
    24"2"1.5Vinyl-Coated SteelBlack2"2"3/8"-16
    UNC
    Padded Base Clamp0000000000000
     
    Clamp-On Bases with Threaded Hole/Threaded Stud Attaching End
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Threaded Stud Attaching End. Any-Which-Way Positioning Arms , Clamp-On Base.
    Image of Specification. End with Threaded Stud. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Border. Threaded Stud Attaching End. Any-Which-Way Positioning Arms , Clamp-On Base.

    End with

    Threaded

    Stud

    Padded Base Clamp—Arms with padded base clamp have plastic pads that protect mounting surfaces from marring.
    Includes—Where included, use threaded stud and threadlocker to convert a threaded hole into a threaded stud.
    Base
    Attaching End
    Max.
    Projection
    For Max. Mounting
    Surface Thk.
    Max. Load
    Cap., lb.
    Material
    Color
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Includes
    Mounting
    Thread Size
    Mounting
    Thread Type
    Features
    Each
    Rotate, Tilt, Side to Side, In/Out
    9"2"3Vinyl-Coated SteelBlack2"1 5/8"One 3/8"-16 Threaded Stud, Threadlocker3/8"-16
    UNC
    Padded Base Clamp00000000000000
    9"2"3.5Vinyl-Coated SteelBlack2 7/8"2"One 1/4"-20 Threaded Stud, Threadlocker1/4"-20
    UNC
    0000000000000
    16"2"2.5Vinyl-Coated SteelBlack2 7/8"2"One 1/4"-20 Threaded Stud, Threadlocker1/4"-20
    UNC
    0000000000000
    24"2"1.5Vinyl-Coated SteelBlack2 7/8"2"One 1/4"-20 Threaded Stud, Threadlocker1/4"-20
    UNC
    0000000000000
     
    Magnetic Bases with Threaded Hole Attaching End
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Positioning Arms. Any-Which-Way Positioning Arms , Magnetic Bases with Threaded Hole Attaching End.
    Attaching End
    Max.
    Projection
    Max. Pull,
    lbf
    Max. Load
    Cap., lb.
    Material
    Color
    Base
    Dia.
    Mounting
    Thread Size
    Mounting
    Thread Type
    Each
    Rotate, Tilt, Side to Side, In/Out
    16"1002.5Vinyl-Coated SteelBlack3"3/8"-16
    UNC
    00000000000000
    25"1001.5Vinyl-Coated SteelBlack3"3/8"-16
    UNC
    0000000000000
     
    Magnetic Bases with Threaded Hole/Threaded Stud Attaching End
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Threaded Stud Attaching End. Any-Which-Way Positioning Arms , Magnetic Base.
    Image of Specification. End with Threaded Stud. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Border. Threaded Stud Attaching End. Any-Which-Way Positioning Arms , Magnetic Base.

    End with

    Threaded

    Stud

    Includes—Where included, use threaded stud and threadlocker to convert a threaded hole into a threaded stud.
    Attaching End
    Max.
    Projection
    Max. Pull,
    lbf
    Max. Load
    Cap., lb.
    Material
    Color
    Base
    Dia.
    Includes
    Mounting
    Thread Size
    Mounting
    Thread Type
    Each
    Rotate, Tilt, Side to Side, In/Out
    9"1003Vinyl-Coated SteelBlack3"One 3/8"-16 Threaded Stud, Threadlocker3/8"-16
    UNC
    00000000000000
    9"1003.5Vinyl-Coated SteelBlack3 1/4"One 1/4"-20 Threaded Stud, Threadlocker1/4"-20
    UNC
    0000000000000
    16"1002.5Vinyl-Coated SteelBlack3 1/4"One 1/4"-20 Threaded Stud, Threadlocker1/4"-20
    UNC
    0000000000000
    24"1001.5Vinyl-Coated SteelBlack3 1/4"One 1/4"-20 Threaded Stud, Threadlocker1/4"-20
    UNC
    0000000000000
     

    Spring Clamps with Flexible Arm

    Image of ProductInUse. Shown with Clamp-On Mount. Front orientation. Spring Clamps. Spring Clamps with Flexible Arm, Steel Body, 2" Maximum Opening, Rubber Jaw, Clamp On.
    Image of ProductInUse. Shown with Magnetic Mount. Front orientation. Spring Clamps. Spring Clamps with Flexible Arm, Steel Body, 2" Maximum Opening, Rubber Jaw, Magnetic.
    Image of Product. Clamp-On Mount. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Spring Clamps. Spring Clamps with Flexible Arm, Steel Body, 2" Maximum Opening, Rubber Jaw, Clamp On.
    Image of Product. Magnetic Mount. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Spring Clamps. Spring Clamps with Flexible Arm, Steel Body, 2" Maximum Opening, Rubber Jaw, Magnetic.

    Shown with Clamp-On Mount

    Shown with Magnetic Mount

    Clamp-On

    Mount

    Magnetic

    Mount

    Attached to an arm you can flex into position, these clamps hold objects such as a flashlight, tool, or instructions. Squeeze the handles to open the clamp; release and the spring holds it tightly in place.
    Magnetic—Magnetic-mount clamp attaches to steel surfaces.
    Opening
    Jaw
    Max.
    Min.
    Reach
    Lg.
    Holding
    Cap.
    Type
    Wd.
    Material
    Overall
    Lg.
    Mount
    Type
    Each
    Steel Body
     
    Cushion Grip
    2"0"2 5/8"Not RatedFixed1"Rubber22"Magnetic00000000000000
    2"0"2 5/8"Not RatedFixed1"Rubber25"Clamp On0000000000000
     

    Economy Dial Plunger Variance Indicators with Clamp-On Holder

    Image of Product. Side View. Side2 orientation. Variance Indicators. Economy Dial Plunger Variance Indicators with Clamp-On Holder.
    Image of Product. Plier Clamp. Front orientation. Variance Indicators. Economy Dial Plunger Variance Indicators with Clamp-On Holder, Lug Mount, Stem Mount, Plier Clamp.
    Image of Product. C-Clamp. Front orientation. Variance Indicators. Economy Dial Plunger Variance Indicators with Clamp-On Holder, Lug Mount, Stem Mount, C-Clamp.

    Side

    View

    Plier Clamp

    C-Clamp

    Often used where space is tight or there’s not much of a surface for mounting, the clamp on these indicators fits where a weighted or magnetic base can’t. The clamp also gives you the option to directly mount these indicators to a machine or the piece you’re measuring. With the ball-and-socket segmented arm, you can adjust the indicator to nearly any position to keep it from obstructing what you're measuring. Pull the lever to lock the arm in place when you're done. To measure objects, these indicators have a spring-loaded plunger that retracts and extends as the surface varies. It’s easy to see how much a measurement increases, since the dial is continuous and numbered clockwise around the face. Adjust the tolerance pointers to mark measurements that fall outside your limits.
    Plier Clamp—Indicators with a plier clamp work on most thin, flat surfaces.
    C-Clamp—Indicators with a C-clamp apply less pressure than indicators with a plier clamp, so there’s less risk of damaging a workpiece.
    Dial
    Contact Point
    Arm
    Distance
    Measured
    Measuring
    Increments
    Accuracy
    Dial Indicator
    Size
    Indicator Mounting
    Stem Dia.
    Mounting Lug
    Hole Dia.
    Dia.
    Reading
    Inch
    Dia.
    Lg.
    Mounting
    Thread Size
    Clamping
    Distance
    Lg.
    Dia.
    Type
    Each
    Lug Mount, Stem Mount
     
    Plier Clamp
    0.000" to 1.000"0.001"±0.001"AGD Group 1
    3/8"1/4"2"0-100
    0.197"0.236"4-48
    0" to 1 3/4"12"0.625"Flexible0000000000000
     
    C-Clamp
    0.000" to 1.000"0.001"±0.001"AGD Group 1
    3/8"1/4"2"0-100
    0.197"0.236"4-48
    0" to 6"12"0.625"Flexible000000000000
     

    Economy Flexible-Arm Weighted-Base Variance Indicator Holders

    Image of Product. With Cast Iron Base. Front orientation. Variance Indicator Holders. Economy Flexible-Arm Weighted-Base Variance Indicator Holders, Flat Base.
    Image of Product. With Granite Base. Front orientation. Variance Indicator Holders. Economy Flexible-Arm Weighted-Base Variance Indicator Holders, Fine-Adjustment Clamp , Flat Base.

    With Cast Iron

    Base

    With Granite Base

    Adjust the flexible ball-and-socket segmented arm to nearly any position and lock in place. A heavy base adds stability.
    Granite—Holders with a granite base have an extremely tight flatness tolerance. Their flatness gives you an accurate reference for inspection work and lets you move workpieces in and out smoothly. These holders have a fine-adjustment clamp to position indicators at precise angles.
    Base
    Upright
    Post
    Arm
    For Mounting
    Stem Dia.
    Type
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Dia
    Thread
    Size
    Material
    Dia.
    Ht.
    Lg.
    Dia.
    Type
    Each
    Stem Mount
    1/8" to 1/2"Flat15/16"6"5/16"-18
    Cast Iron13"0.625"Flexible00000000000000
     
    Dovetail and Stem Mount
     
    Fine-Adjustment Clamp
    5/8"Flat9"12"2"5/16"-24
    Granite5/8"12"12"0.625"Flexible0000000000000
    5/8"Flat12"18"3"5/16"-24
    Granite5/8"12"15"0.625"Flexible0000000000000
     

    Flexible-Arm Magnetic-Base Variance Indicator Holders

    Image of Product. With V-Grooved Base. Front orientation. Variance Indicator Holders. Flexible-Arm Magnetic-Base Variance Indicator Holders, Magnetic-Release Switch, V-Grooved Base.
    Image of Product. With V-Grooved Base and Fine-Adjustment Clamp. Front orientation. Variance Indicator Holders. Flexible-Arm Magnetic-Base Variance Indicator Holders, Fine-Adjustment Clamp, Magnetic-Release Switch, V-Grooved Base.
    Image of Product. With Fine-Adjustment Flat Base. Front orientation. Variance Indicator Holders. Flexible-Arm Magnetic-Base Variance Indicator Holders, Fine-Adjustment Base, Magnetic-Release Switch, Flat Base.

    With

    V-Grooved

    Base

    With V-Grooved

    Base and

    Fine-Adjustment

    Clamp

    With

    Fine-Adjustment

    Flat Base

    Adjust the flexible arm to nearly any position. These holders have a ball-and-socket segmented arm that locks in place with a lever. The magnetic base has a release switch for easy setups.
    Fine-Adjustment Base and Fine-Adjustment Clamp—Holders with fine-adjustment base or clamp give you more precise control over positioning.
    V-Grooved Base—Holders with V-grooved base can be mounted on both curved and flat surfaces.
    Variance Indicator Holders
    Replacement Arms
    Base
    Arm
    For Mounting
    Stem Dia.
    Type
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Thread Size
    Material
    Magnetic
    Pull, lbf
    Lg.
    Dia.
    Type
    Each
    Each
    Stem Mount
     
    Magnetic-Release Switch
    5/32" to 1/2"V-Grooved2 1/2"2"2 1/4"M8 x 1.25 mmSteel18012 1/2"0.63"Flexible00000000000000000000000000
     
    Fine-Adjustment Base, Magnetic-Release Switch
    1/8" to 1/2"Flat2"1 5/8"2"Steel6514"0.625"Flexible0000000000000000000000000000
     
    Dovetail and Stem Mount
     
    Magnetic-Release Switch
    3/8"V-Grooved2 1/2"2"2 1/8"M8 x 1.25 mmSteel12512"0.625"Flexible00000000000000000000000000
     
    Fine-Adjustment Clamp, Magnetic-Release Switch
    3/8"V-Grooved2"2 1/2"2 5/8"5/16"-18
    Steel9015 1/4"0.625"Flexible000000000000000000000000000
     

    Flexible-Arm Clamp-On Variance Indicator Holders

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Variance Indicator Holders. Flexible-Arm Clamp-On Variance Indicator Holders.
    Vise-grip locking pliers clamp this holder to most thin, flat surfaces, and the flexible arm lets you position your indicator around obstructions. Lock the arm in place with a lever.
    Variance Indicator Holders
    Replacement Arms
    Arm
    Mounting
    Holes
    For Mounting
    Stem Dia.
    Clamp
    Type
    Clamping Distance
    Range
    Lg.
    Dia.
    Type
    Number
    of
    Type
    Each
    Each
    Stem Mount
    1/8" to 1/2"Plier0" to 1 1/2"13"0.625"Flexible2Threaded00000000000000000000000000000
     

    Flexible-Arm Vacuum-Base Variance Indicator Holders

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Variance Indicator Holders. Flexible-Arm Vacuum-Base Variance Indicator Holders.
    Position the flexible ball-and-socket segmented arm around obstructions and lock in place with a lever. The vacuum base provides stability on granite plates and other nonmagnetic surfaces.
    Base
    Arm
    For Mounting
    Stem Dia.
    Type
    Ht.
    Dia
    Thread Size
    Material
    Lg.
    Dia.
    Type
    Each
    Stem Mount
    1/8" to 1/2"Flat1.063"3.465"M8 x 1.25 mmAluminum
    13"0.625"Flexible00000000000000
     

    Flexible-Arm Magnetic-Base Variance Indicator Holders for Uneven Surfaces

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Variance Indicator Holders. Flexible-Arm Magnetic-Base Variance Indicator Holders for Uneven Surfaces.
    A flexible ball-and-socket segmented arm adjusts to nearly any position and locks in place with a lever. The base is comprised of adjustable magnetic pins which allow it to conform to any shape and grip most metal surfaces. It has a magnetic-release switch for easy setups.
    Base
    Arm
    For Mounting
    Stem Dia.
    Type
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Thread Size
    Material
    Magnetic
    Pull, lbf
    Lg.
    Dia.
    Type
    Material
    Each
    Stem Mount
     
    Magnetic-Release Switch
    5/64" to 1/2"Adjustable1 15/16"1 5/8"2 7/8"M8 x 1.25 mmCast Aluminum12012 1/2"0.47"FlexibleSteel00000000000000
     

    Economy Dial Plunger Variance Indicators with Flexible-Arm Magnetic-Base Holder

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Variance Indicators. Economy Dial Plunger Variance Indicators with Flexible-Arm Magnetic-Base Holder.
    Image of Product. Side View. Side1 orientation. Variance Indicators. Economy Dial Plunger Variance Indicators with Flexible-Arm Magnetic-Base Holder.

    Side

    View

    Measure in almost any position—these variance indicators have an adjustable ball-and-socket arm that locks in place with a lever. With a magnetic V-grooved base, they mount securely to both flat and curved metal surfaces. A spring-loaded plunger retracts and extends to measure objects. These indicators have a continuous dial numbered clockwise around the face, so it’s easy to see how much a dimension increases. Adjust the tolerance pointers to mark measurements that fall outside your limits. For quick dismounting, the base has a magnetic release switch.
    Dial
    Contact Point
    Base
    Arm
    Distance
    Measured
    Measuring
    Increments
    Accuracy
    Dial Indicator
    Size
    Indicator Mounting
    Stem Dia.
    Mounting Lug
    Hole Dia.
    Dia.
    Reading
    Inch
    Dia.
    Lg.
    Mounting
    Thread Size
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Magnetic
    Pull, lbf
    Lg.
    Dia.
    Type
    Each
    Lug Mount, Stem Mount
     
    Plain Bearing
    0" to 1"0.001"±0.001"AGD Group 2
    3/8"1/4"2"0-100
    0.197"0.275"4-48
    2 1/2"2"8012"0.375"Flexible0000000000000
     

    Economy Dial Plunger Variance Indicators with Magnetic-Base Holder for Uneven Surfaces Variance

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Variance Indicators. Economy Dial Plunger Variance Indicators with Magnetic-Base Holder for Uneven Surfaces.
    Image of Product. Side View. Side1 orientation. Variance Indicators. Economy Dial Plunger Variance Indicators with Magnetic-Base Holder for Uneven Surfaces.

    Side

    View

    With adjustable magnetic pins that conform to any shape, the base on these variance indicators mounts securely to uneven surfaces. The ball-and-socket arm is highly adjustable and locks in place with a lever, so you can hold them in almost any position. A spring-loaded plunger retracts and extends to measure objects. These indicators have a continuous dial numbered clockwise around the face, so it’s easy to see how much a dimension increases. Adjust the tolerance pointers to mark measurements that fall outside your limits. For quick dismounting, the base has a magnetic release switch.
    Dial
    Contact Point
    Base
    Arm
    Distance
    Measured
    Measuring
    Increments
    Accuracy
    Dial Indicator
    Size
    Indicator Mounting
    Stem Dia.
    Mounting Lug
    Hole Dia.
    Dia.
    Reading
    Inch
    Dia.
    Lg.
    Mounting
    Thread Size
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Magnetic
    Pull, lbf
    Lg.
    Dia.
    Type
    Each
    Lug Mount, Stem Mount
     
    Plain Bearing
    0" to 1"0.001"±0.001"AGD Group 2
    3/8"1/4"2"0-100
    0.197"0.275"4-48
    2 1/2"2"12512"0.625"Flexible0000000000000
     

    Economy Electronic Plunger Variance Indicators with Flexible-Arm Magnetic-Base Holder

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Variance Indicators. Economy Electronic Plunger Variance Indicators with Flexible-Arm Magnetic-Base Holder.
    Image of Product. Side View. Side1 orientation. Variance Indicators. Economy Electronic Plunger Variance Indicators with Flexible-Arm Magnetic-Base Holder.

    Side

    View

    Bend and flex the arm of the base to position your indicator—these holders have ball-and-socket segments that lock in place with a lever. The base is magnetic and has a V-groove on the bottom for a solid mount on flat and curved metal surfaces. Flip a switch to release the magnet.
    A spring-loaded plunger extends and retracts from the indicator to take measurements. The measurements display on an easy-to-read LCD screen. Press the zero-set button to start measuring at any point. They have zero-position memory, also known as absolute (ABS) positioning, which retains the measuring position when the indicator is off.
    All can send data to your computer using a USB cord (sold separately). They have SPC data output to wirelessly transfer your measurement data to your device with the push of a button.
    IP67 Enclosure Rating—IP67-rated indicators seal out coolant, water, and dust, so you can take measurements in dirty machining environments.
    Bluetooth Connection—Indicators with Bluetooth can transfer your measurement data wirelessly to your device with the push of a button. You'll need a data transmitter/receiver set (sold separately).
    Tolerance-Checking Go/No-Go Operation—Indicators with tolerance-checking go/no-go operation inform you when an item falls outside your set measurements.
    Distance
    Measured
    Measuring
    Increments
    Accuracy
    Contact Point
    Inch
    Metric,
    mm
    Inch
    Metric,
    mm
    Inch
    Metric
    Counting
    Direction
    Dial Indicator
    Size
    Dial
    Dia.
    Dia.
    Lg.
    Mounting
    Thread Size
    Base Magnetic
    Pull, lbf
    Arm
    Lg.
    Batteries
    Included
    Features
    Each
    Lug Mount, Stem Mount
     
    With SPC Data Output
    0" to 1"0 to 250.0005"0.01±0.0015"±0.03 mmForwardAGD Group 2
    2 3/16"0.197"0.354"4-48
    12512"YesMagnetic Release Switch, Zero-Position Memory (ABS), Zero-Set Button0000000000000
     
    Lug Mount, Stem Mount—IP67
     
    With SPC Data Output, Bluetooth Connection, and Charging Cord
    0" to 1"0 to 250.00005"0.001±0.00035"±0.008 mmForward, BackwardAGD Group 2
    2 3/16"0.197"0.315"4-48
    12512"YesMagnetic Release Switch, Tolerance-Checking Go/No-Go Operation, Zero-Position Memory (ABS), Zero-Set Button0000000000000
     
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    Economy Electronic Plunger Variance Indicators with Magnetic-Base Holder for Uneven Surfaces

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Variance Indicators. Economy Electronic Plunger Variance Indicators with Magnetic-Base Holder for Uneven Surfaces.
    Image of Product. Side View. Side1 orientation. Variance Indicators. Economy Electronic Plunger Variance Indicators with Magnetic-Base Holder for Uneven Surfaces.

    Side View

    With adjustable magnetic pins that conform to any shape, the base on these variance indicators mounts securely to uneven surfaces. The ball-and-socket arm is highly adjustable and locks in place with a lever, so it holds the indicator in almost any position. For quick dismounting, the base has a magnetic release switch.
    A spring-loaded plunger extends and retracts to measure objects. The measurements are displayed on an LCD screen. Start measuring at any point by pressing the zero-set button. They have zero-position memory, also known as absolute (ABS) positioning, which retains the measuring position when the indicator is off.
    All can send data to your computer using a USB cord (sold separately). They have SPC data output to wirelessly transfer your measurement data to your device with the push of a button.
    IP67 Enclosure Rating—IP67-rated indicators seal out coolant, water, and dust, so you can take measurements in dirty machining environments.
    Bluetooth Connection—Indicators with Bluetooth send measurement data to your device wire-free and without an additional device.
    Tolerance-Checking Go/No-Go Operation—Indicators with tolerance-checking go/no-go operation inform you when an item falls outside your set measurements.
    Distance
    Measured
    Measuring
    Increments
    Accuracy
    Contact Point
    Inch
    Metric,
    mm
    Inch
    Metric,
    mm
    Inch
    Metric
    Counting
    Direction
    Dial Indicator
    Size
    Dial
    Dia.
    Dia.
    Lg.
    Mounting
    Thread Size
    Base Magnetic
    Pull, lbf
    Arm
    Lg.
    Batteries
    Included
    Features
    Each
    Lug Mount, Stem Mount
     
    With SPC Data Output
    0" to 1"0 to 250.0005"0.01±0.0015"±0.03 mmForwardAGD Group 2
    2 3/16"0.197"0.354"4-48
    12512"YesMagnetic Release Switch, Zero-Position Memory (ABS), Zero-Set Button00000000000000
     
    Lug Mount, Stem Mount—IP67
     
    With SPC Data Output, Bluetooth Connection, and Charging Cord
    0" to 1"0 to 250.00005"0.001±0.00035"±0.008 mmForward, BackwardAGD Group 2
    2 3/16"0.197"0.315"4-48
    12512"YesMagnetic Release Switch, Tolerance-Checking Go/No-Go Operation, Zero-Position Memory (ABS), Zero-Set Button0000000000000
     
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