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    Granite Surface Plate Stands

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Mobile. Mobile.

    Mobile

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Surface Plate Stands. Stationary.

    Stationary

    Secure granite surface plates on these stands to ensure a flat surface for accurate measurements. To keep plates from sagging and warping, stands attach to plates at three support points, as specified in Fed. Spec. GGG-P-463c. The welded steel construction offers greater strength, durability, and stability than economical alternatives such as block and wedge systems.
    Mobile—Conduct measuring and inspecting tasks anywhere in your facility. With steel plate casters and hard, durable wheels, these stands support the same capacities as their stationary counterparts. Turn the adjustable screws on top of the stand to level the plate on uneven floors.
    Stationary—Create a permanent setup for routine measurements and inspections. Twist the mounts at the bottom of each leg to level the plate, even on uneven floors.
    For
    Plate
    For
    Rectangular Plates
    For Rectangular Plates
    with Two Ledges
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Load Cap.,
    lb.
    Ht.
    Material
    Each
    Each
    Mobile
    18"12"3", 4"40036"Painted Steel2196A71100000002196A7120000000
    24"18"3", 4"50036"Painted Steel2196A7210000002196A722000000
    36"24"4", 6"1,20036"Painted Steel2196A731000000002196A73200000000
    48"36"6"2,40036"Painted Steel2196A741000000002196A74200000000
     
    Stationary
    18"12"3", 4"40036"Painted Steel2196A8110000002196A812000000
    24"18"3", 4"50036"Painted Steel2196A8210000002196A822000000
    36"24"4", 6"1,20036"Painted Steel2196A8310000002196A832000000
    48"36"6"2,40036"Painted Steel2196A8410000002196A842000000
     

    Surface Plates

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Surface Plates. Rectangular Plate.

    Rectangular Plate

    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.
    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
    Flatness
    Tolerance
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Color
    Specs. Met
    Certificate Type
    Wt.,
    lb.
    Each
    Each
    Laboratory-Grade AA Plate
     
    Granite
    0.00005"18"12"4"RedASME B89.3.7, Fed. Spec. GGG-P-463Accuracy Certificate Traceable to NIST842245A10500000000022455A64000000
    0.000075"24"18"4"RedASME B89.3.7, Fed. Spec. GGG-P-463Accuracy Certificate Traceable to NIST1682245A1060000000022455A65000000
     
    Inspection-Grade A Plate
     
    Granite
    0.0001"12"8"2"RedASME B89.3.7, Fed. Spec. GGG-P-463Accuracy Certificate Traceable to NIST202245A10400000022455A101000000
     
    Surface Plate Stands
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Surface Plate Stands. Mobile.

    Mobile

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Surface Plate Stands. Stationary.

    Stationary

    Attach to plates at three support points to keep them from sagging and warping, as specified in Fed. Spec. GGG-P-463-c. The welded steel construction offers greater strength, durability, and stability than economical alternatives such as block and wedge systems.
    Mobile—Conduct measuring and inspecting tasks anywhere in your facility. With steel plate casters and hard, durable wheels, these stands support the same capacities as their stationary counterparts. Turn the adjustable screws on top of the stand to level the plate on uneven floors.
    Stationary—Create a permanent setup for routine measurements and inspections. Twist the mounts at the bottom of each leg to level the plate, even on uneven floors.
    For
    Plate
    For
    Rectangular Plates
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Load Cap.,
    lb.
    Ht.
    Material
    Each
    Mobile
    18"12"3", 4"40036"Painted Steel2196A7110000000
    24"18"3", 4"50036"Painted Steel2196A721000000
     
    Stationary
    18"12"3", 4"40036"Painted Steel2196A811000000
    24"18"3", 4"50036"Painted Steel2196A821000000
     
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