Mount one of these digital readout (DRO) systems onto your manual lathe to increase its accuracy. They measure and display precise tool positioning on two axes.

Increase the accuracy of your manual machine when you fit it with a linear scale. These scales have an LCD that displays exact positioning on one axis. They have zero-position memory, also known as absolute (ABS) positioning, which retains the measuring position when the scale is off. A zero-set button lets you start measuring at any point. SPC data output allows for connection to a computer or data processor.

053906B model comes with mounting brackets for installation on Bridgeport-type milling machines. It requires a 10-pin data cable and Mitutoyo 10-Pin to USB adapter to connect to your PC.

USB data cable (sold separately) connects the scale directly to your PC.

10-pin data cables (sold separately) connect the scale to a Mitutoyo miniprocessor or multiplexer.

Mitutoyo 10-Pin to USB Adapter (sold separately) adapts Mitutoyo 10-pin SPC cables for connection to a USB port on your PC.

Wireless data transmitter and receiver (sold separately) allow you to transmit measurement data from a scale to your PC without being tethered by a cable.

Display freeze adapter (sold separately) keeps the measurement displayed on the LCD even if the encoder is repositioned.

Measure diameters, angles, and other complex geometries—like an optical comparator—but without all the training. These gauges have an easy-to-use touch screen that guides you through taking measurements step-by-step. Extremely precise, they measure in the smallest increments of any height gauge in our offering, and they’re also our most accurate. Use them in machining and toolmaking to mark material before cutting it. To fly through big batches of work, program up to 50 types of repeated measurements.

From calibration reminders to calculation error alarms, these gauges have functions to make sure they give you accurate and consistent readings. Upon startup, they walk you through a scale check to detect traces of contamination that would cause errors. The air bearing system helps the slider glide smoothly up and down yet holds its spot steady when it’s time to measure. Rotate the screen to read it at the angle you need. Zero-position memory, also known as absolute (ABS) positioning, retains the measuring position even when the gauge is turned off.

With up to two months of storage to record actions and measurements, these gauges create an archive you can look through and identify trends. Connect them via Bluetooth to your phone, tablet, or other devices to remotely monitor and analyze data in real time. Otherwise, use the SPC data output to connect to a computer or data processor. To send data right into programs such as Excel, use a USB cord or RS-232 cable (both not included).

View measurements on an LCD display to quickly confirm height before you mark and cut material. For high accuracy and precision, these height gauges use a linear scale with an encoder. Sensors in the encoder detect exact positions and convert them into electronic signals, getting rid of human error. With an SPC data output, you can connect these gauges to a computer or data processor to analyze data and monitor measurements in real time. They have zero-position memory, also known as absolute (ABS) positioning, which retains the measuring position when the scale is off. All are rated IP54 to withstand dust and splashing water.

Gauges with a magnetic base anchor to metal surfaces, so they won’t move and throw off measurements. Made of aluminum, the base is lightweight.

Gauges with a hand wheel give you smoother and finer height adjustments than sliding the scriber up and down the column.

USB adapters (sold separately) connect your gauge to your device to send data.

Wireless data transmitters (sold separately) send outputs to your computer from nearly 50 ft. away. They cannot be sold to the listed areas due to product requirements.

Wireless data connection kits (sold separately) directly send outputs to Bluetooth-enabled devices from up to 16 ft. away. They cannot be sold to the listed areas due to product requirements.

View measurements on the LCD display of these Mitutoyo gauges to quickly confirm height before you mark and cut material. Set the scriber to your initial height, then fine-tune with the adjustment screw. All have zero-position memory, also known as absolute (ABS) positioning, which retains the measuring position when the gauge is off. With an SPC data output, you can connect them to a computer or data processor to analyze data and monitor measurements in real time.

USB data cables (sold separately) connect the gauge directly to your PC.

10-pin data cables (sold separately) connect the gauge to a Mitutoyo miniprocessor or multiplexer.

Wireless data transmitters and receivers (sold separately) allow you to transmit measurement data from the gauge to your PC without being tethered by a cable.

Track the position of hydraulic cylinders and other components that move in a straight line. Like a tape measure, these transmitters have a wire that extends to measure how far components have traveled from a set point. Because of the wire, they're also known as string pots—short for string potentiometers. They convert measurements to an electrical signal, which can then be used to trigger automated actions in your process.

All are IP rated for some protection from dust. Transmitters rated IP67 seal out water when briefly submersed.

Transmitters with a plug are quicker to connect and disconnect than those with wire leads. Plug them into a cable with a socket (sold separately).

With a single device, continuously monitor the distance of moving items and turn equipment on and off based on their position. These transmitters use a light beam to detect subtle changes at high speeds, such as dents in cans on a canning line. They also have a time delay function, so you can keep circuits on or off for a set time after they sense an object. These transmitters use IO link to send readings to a programmable logic controller (PLC), a human-machine interface (HMI), or a computer.

All are IP rated for protection from dust and temporary submersion. Those rated IP69K also withstand high-pressure washdowns.

Transmitters with a plug connect to cables with a socket (sold separately), so you can quickly connect and disconnect the transmitter. Those with an OLED display show the measured distance in real time, so you can check readings at the transmitter. They connect to a smartphone via Bluetooth, so you can use an app to configure them remotely. They’re often used in restricted or hard to reach areas, since you can set the trigger distance and save common settings without access to the transmitter.