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    Surface Plates

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    Rectangular Plate

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    Rectangular Plate with Two Ledges

    With flatness tolerances thinner than a strand of hair, these plates give you the flattest possible surface for accurate measurements. They’re typically used as a reference plane to inspect finished products and calibrate precision measuring tools, such as height gauges and dial indicators. Unlike metal plates, these granite plates won’t rust or interfere with nearby electronics. They also won’t warp when temperatures fluctuate. To maintain their flatness and finish, rotate plates regularly and apply granite cleaner (not included) to remove particles without leaving a residue.
    Also Available: Other plate sizes. Please order 2245A999 and specify grade, length, width, thickness, and with or without ledges.
    Laboratory-Grade AA Plate—Best for precision inspections and quality-control work in calibration labs. These plates have the tightest flatness tolerance for the highest level of accuracy.
    Inspection-Grade A Plate—Your go-to for general inspections and quality-control work. These plates are slightly less precise than grade AA plates with double the flatness tolerance.
    Toolroom-Grade B Plate—Suitable for checking routine measurements throughout a shop. These plates are the least precise with four times the flatness tolerance of grade AA plates.
    Rectangular Plate with Two Ledges—Choose these plates if you need to mount fixtures and instruments with a clamp.
    Black—Harder and denser than red plates to handle heavier loads, such as large bearings and other machined parts.
    Red—Resist wear better than black plates to last up to five times longer. With a higher percentage of quartz, you can slide parts across these plates without worrying about nicks and scratches.
    Surface Plate Covers—Prevent dust and debris from accumulating on plates when you’re not using them.
    Plates
    Surface
    Plate Covers
    Rectangular Plate
    Rectangular Plate
    with Two Ledges
    Flatness
    Tolerance
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Color
    Specs. Met
    Certificate Type
    Wt.,
    lb.
    Each
    Wt.,
    lb.
    Each
    Each
    Laboratory-Grade AA Plate
     
    Black Granite
    0.00005"6"4"2"BlackASME B89.3.7, Fed. Spec. GGG-P-463, ISO 10012Accuracy Certificate Traceable to NIST72245A1010000000———0———0
    0.00005"12"8"2"BlackASME B89.3.7, Fed. Spec. GGG-P-463, ISO 10012Accuracy Certificate Traceable to NIST282245A81000000———022455A1010000000
    0.00005"18"12"4"BlackASME B89.3.7, Fed. Spec. GGG-P-463, ISO 10012Accuracy Certificate Traceable to NIST932245A39000000832245A72000000022455A6400000
    0.000075"24"18"4"BlackASME B89.3.7, Fed. Spec. GGG-P-463, ISO 10012Accuracy Certificate Traceable to NIST1852245A410000001752245A5300000022455A65000000
    0.0001"36"24"6"BlackASME B89.3.7, Fed. Spec. GGG-P-463, ISO 10012Accuracy Certificate Traceable to NIST6012245A4200000000———022455A66000000
    0.0002"48"36"6"BlackASME B89.3.7, Fed. Spec. GGG-P-463, ISO 10012Accuracy Certificate Traceable to NIST1,2032245A8200000000———022455A67000000
     
    Granite
    0.00005"18"12"4"RedASME B89.3.7, Fed. Spec. GGG-P-463Accuracy Certificate Traceable to NIST842245A10500000000———022455A6400000
    0.000075"24"18"4"RedASME B89.3.7, Fed. Spec. GGG-P-463Accuracy Certificate Traceable to NIST1682245A10600000000———022455A65000000
     
    Inspection-Grade A Plate
     
    Black Granite
    0.0001"6"4"2"BlackASME B89.3.7, Fed. Spec. GGG-P-463, ISO 10012Accuracy Certificate Traceable to NIST72245A102000000———0———0
    0.0001"12"8"2"BlackASME B89.3.7, Fed. Spec. GGG-P-463, ISO 10012Accuracy Certificate Traceable to NIST282245A83000000———022455A101000000
    0.0001"18"12"4"BlackASME B89.3.7, Fed. Spec. GGG-P-463, ISO 10012Accuracy Certificate Traceable to NIST932245A43000000832245A4600000022455A6400000
    0.00015"24"18"4"BlackASME B89.3.7, Fed. Spec. GGG-P-463, ISO 10012Accuracy Certificate Traceable to NIST1852245A440000001752245A4700000022455A65000000
    0.0002"36"24"6"BlackASME B89.3.7, Fed. Spec. GGG-P-463, ISO 10012Accuracy Certificate Traceable to NIST5552245A45000000005302245A480000000022455A66000000
    0.0004"48"36"6"BlackASME B89.3.7, Fed. Spec. GGG-P-463, ISO 10012Accuracy Certificate Traceable to NIST1,1102245A56000000001,0632245A490000000022455A67000000
     
    Granite
    0.0001"12"8"2"RedASME B89.3.7, Fed. Spec. GGG-P-463Accuracy Certificate Traceable to NIST202245A104000000———022455A101000000
     
    Toolroom-Grade B Plate
     
    Black Granite
    0.0002"6"4"2"BlackASME B89.3.7, Fed. Spec. GGG-P-463, ISO 10012Accuracy Certificate Traceable to NIST72245A103000000———0———0
    0.0002"12"8"2"BlackASME B89.3.7, Fed. Spec. GGG-P-463, ISO 10012Accuracy Certificate Traceable to NIST212245A23000000———022455A101000000
    0.0002"18"12"3"BlackASME B89.3.7, Fed. Spec. GGG-P-463, ISO 10012Accuracy Certificate Traceable to NIST702245A24000000662245A6200000022455A6400000
    0.0003"24"18"3"BlackASME B89.3.7, Fed. Spec. GGG-P-463, ISO 10012Accuracy Certificate Traceable to NIST1392245A210000001302245A6300000022455A65000000
    0.0004"36"24"4"BlackASME B89.3.7, Fed. Spec. GGG-P-463, ISO 10012Accuracy Certificate Traceable to NIST3702245A260000003572245A6400000022455A66000000
    0.0008"48"36"6"BlackASME B89.3.7, Fed. Spec. GGG-P-463, ISO 10012Accuracy Certificate Traceable to NIST1,2032245A3800000000———022455A67000000
     
    Surface Plate Stands

    Calibration Squares

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    Image of Product. Front orientation. Calibration Squares. Squares.

    Tri-Squares

    Squares

    Check the tool path of your CNC machine with the highest degree of precision. These calibration squares can lay flat to check that the X- and Y-axes of your tool path are at 90°. Or sit them up vertically to confirm the Z-axis is perpendicular. Made of Laboratory Grade AA granite, these squares have the tightest flatness tolerance available for granite. They also come with a calibration certificate traceable to NIST that states they've passed a test for accuracy. Moisture, coolant, and chips won't affect the granite, so they remain accurate even when used inside a milling machine. You can also use them to check the squareness and parallelism of finished workpieces.
    They have drilled holes to reduce their weight and make them easy to position.
    Tri-Squares—Tri-square plates have a face and two edges for checking 3-axis machines.
    Squares—Square plates have two additional edges for checking both 3-axis and 5-axis machines.
    Tolerance per 6"
    No. of Finished
    Edges
    No. of Finished
    Faces
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Flatness
    Squareness
    Parallel
    Color
    Material
    Surface Plate
    Grade
    Certificate Type
    Each
    Tri-Squares
    3112"9"3"0.00005"0.00005"BlackGraniteLaboratory Grade AACalibration Certificate Traceable to NIST6177N11000000000
     
    Squares
    5112"12"3"0.00005"0.00005"0.00005"BlackGraniteLaboratory Grade AACalibration Certificate Traceable to NIST6177N1200000000
     

    Granite Inspection Setup Blocks

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Inspection Setup Blocks.
    Machined in pairs, these blocks are precision ground to tolerances thinner than a sheet of paper to give you the flattest and squarest surface for positioning workpieces. Since they are perfectly aligned to one another, they’ll keep your workpieces level and parallel. Also known as 1-2-3 blocks, they're typically used to elevate, support, and align parts for measuring and inspecting. They're made from granite, so they won’t scratch the surface of your workpiece. They also won’t warp when temperatures fluctuate. Unlike metal blocks, these granite blocks are nonmagnetic, so they won’t interfere with sensitive electronic equipment. They come with a certificate of accuracy that's traceable to NIST.
    Inspection-Grade A Plate—Inspection-grade A blocks are your go-to for general inspections and quality-control work. These blocks are slightly less precise than grade AA blocks with double the tolerance.
    Laboratory-Grade AA Plate—Laboratory-grade AA blocks are best for precision inspections and quality-control work in calibration labs. These blocks have the tightest tolerance for the highest level of accuracy.
    Tolerance
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Squareness
    Parallel
    Material
    Certificate Type
    Pair
    Sold as Matched Pair
     
    Inspection-Grade A Plate
    1"3"2"-0.0002" to 0.0002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"0.0001"0.0001"Black GraniteAccuracy Certificate Traceable to NIST8140N1020000000
     
    Laboratory-Grade AA Plate
    1"3"2"-0.0001" to 0.0001"-0.0001" to 0.0001"-0.0001" to 0.0001"0.00005"0.00005"Black GraniteAccuracy Certificate Traceable to NIST8140N10100000000
     

    Granite Inspection V-Blocks

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    Made in pairs, these inspection V-blocks are precision ground to tight tolerances for straight sides, square corners, and centered grooves. Since their top surfaces are perfectly matched, they keep the centerline of your workpiece level and parallel. These blocks are often used to precisely align round workpieces for measuring or inspecting. They come with a certificate traceable to NIST confirming their accuracy. Unlike metal blocks, these black granite blocks don’t rust or warp from temperature changes. They’re also nonmagnetic, so they won’t interfere with sensitive electronic equipment.
    Inspection Grade A—Inspection Grade A blocks are used for general inspections and quality-control work. They’re slightly less precise than Grade AA blocks.
    Laboratory Grade AA—Laboratory Grade AA blocks have the tightest tolerance for the highest level of accuracy. They’re best for inspections and quality-control work in calibration labs.
    For
    Workplace Dia.
    Tolerance
    Min.
    Max.
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    V
    Angle
    V Dp.
    V Wd.
    Squareness
    Parallel
    Material
    Certificate Type
    Pair
    Sold as Matched Pair
     
    Inspection Grade A
    1/2"2"3"3"3"90°1 1/4"2 1/2"0.0002"0.0002"Black GraniteAccuracy Certificate Traceable to NIST7673N123000000000
    3/4"4 1/2"6"6"6"90°2 1/2"5"0.0002"0.0002"Black GraniteAccuracy Certificate Traceable to NIST7673N12400000000
     
    Laboratory Grade AA
    1/2"2"3"3"3"90°1 1/4"2 1/2"0.0001"0.0001"Black GraniteAccuracy Certificate Traceable to NIST7673N12100000000
    3/4"4 1/2"6"6"6"90°2 1/2"5"0.0001"0.0001"Black GraniteAccuracy Certificate Traceable to NIST7673N12200000000
     

    Ball Inspection V-Blocks

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    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Inspection V-Blocks. Ball Inspection V-Blocks, Ball Bearing Support.

    Ball Support

    Ball Bearing Support

    Use these inspection V-blocks to support rods, shafts, and other cylindrical workpieces for precise inspection or measuring tasks. The round surfaces reduce pressure on your workpiece, which helps prevent damage.
    Ball Support—Inspection V-blocks with ball supports are used for detecting lobes and out-of-round conditions. The balls don’t rotate—instead, they distribute your workpiece’s weight across eight stable points of contact. They also absorb impact, which prevents marring and surface distortion.
    Ball Bearing Support—Inspection V-blocks with ball bearings are used to measure runout, straightness, and concentricity on shafts and other round parts. The bearings spin freely, which reduces friction and allows you to rotate your workpiece smoothly and consistently.
    For
    Workplace Dia.
    Min.
    Max.
    Max. Workpiece
    Cap., lb.
    Ball
    Dia.
    Roller
    Dia.
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Total Indicated Runout
    (TIR) Accuracy
    Parallel
    Tolerance
    Material
    Pair
    Sold as Matched Pair
     
    Ball Support
    3/64"2 1/2"2201/2"2 1/4"2 1/4"2"Iron8081N1010000000
    1/4"5"1,1001"3 1/2"3 1/2"2 1/2"Iron8081N102000000
    1/4"15"2,0001 1/2"4 3/4"4 3/4"3 7/8"Iron8081N103000000
     
    Ball Bearing Support
    1/4"2 1/8"2,2001 3/4"3 1/4"6"4"0.0002"0.0005"Iron8081N105000000
    1"2 3/4"1,1001 5/8"2 1/2"6"4"0.0002"0.0005"Iron8081N104000000
    2 3/4"7 3/4"2,2002 3/4"4"9"6"0.0002"0.0005"Iron8081N10600000000
     

    Granite Inspection Parallels

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    Support and align workpieces for precise measuring and inspecting. Made of black granite, these inspection parallels won’t rust or warp from temperature changes, and they won’t scratch surfaces. Unlike metal inspection parallels, they’re also nonmagnetic, so they won’t interfere with sensitive electronic equipment. Made in pairs, these inspection parallels are precision ground to tight tolerances for matching flat surfaces on two or four sides. They come with a certificate traceable to NIST confirming their accuracy.
    2 Precision-Ground Sides—Inspection parallels with 2 precision-ground sides have a tight parallel tolerance on the top and bottom edges.
    4 Precision-Ground Sides—Inspection parallels with 4 precision-ground sides have a tight parallel tolerance on the top edge, bottom edge, and both faces.
    Inspection-Grade A Plate—Inspection Grade A inspection parallels are used for general inspections and quality-control work. They’re slightly less precise than Grade AA ones.
    Laboratory-Grade AA Plate—Laboratory Grade AA inspection parallels have the tightest tolerance for the highest level of accuracy. They’re best for inspections and quality-control work in calibration labs.
    Inspection-Grade A Plate
    Laboratory-Grade AA Plate
    Lg.
    Thk.
    Ht.
    Material
    Certificate Type
    Parallel
    Tolerance
    Pair
    Parallel
    Tolerance
    Pair
    Sold as Matched Pair
     
    2 Precision-Ground Sides
    6"3/4"1"Black GraniteAccuracy Certificate Traceable to NIST0.0001"7296N1300000000.00005"7296N110000000
    12"1"2"Black GraniteAccuracy Certificate Traceable to NIST0.0001"7296N140000000.00005"7296N12000000
     
    4 Precision-Ground Sides
    6"3/4"1"Black GraniteAccuracy Certificate Traceable to NIST0.0001"7296N170000000.00005"7296N15000000
    12"1"2"Black GraniteAccuracy Certificate Traceable to NIST0.0001"7296N180000000.00005"7296N16000000
     
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