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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.
    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.
    Surface Plate Covers—Prevent dust and debris from accumulating on plates when you’re not using them.
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    Plate Covers
    Rectangular Plate
    Rectangular Plate
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    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 NIST72245A1030000000———0———0
    0.0002"12"8"2"BlackASME B89.3.7, Fed. Spec. GGG-P-463, ISO 10012Accuracy Certificate Traceable to NIST212245A23000000———022455A1010000000
    0.0002"18"12"3"BlackASME B89.3.7, Fed. Spec. GGG-P-463, ISO 10012Accuracy Certificate Traceable to NIST702245A24000000662245A62000000022455A6400000
    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
     
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