WIRE GAUGE - General Tools & Instruments

The General Tools & Instruments GEN20 WIRE GAUGE is a professional-grade, essential tool for accurately measuring non-ferrous wire and sheet metal. This robust precision wire diameter gauge is designed to support technicians, electricians, and automotive mechanics in critical tasks, ensuring the safety and integrity of electrical connections and proper material selection across diverse industrial and automotive environments.

Key Features

• Professional-Grade Durability: Constructed from heavy-gauge hardened and tempered steel with a satin finish, this gauge is built to withstand demanding professional environments, ensuring long-term reliability and resistance to wear and corrosion.
• Multi-Standard Measurement: Accurately measures a broad range of non-ferrous wire and sheet metal thicknesses, accommodating industry standards from 0 to 36 AWG (American Standard Wire Gauge) for diverse project requirements.
• Clear, Permanent Markings: Features precisely etched numerical and standard indicators that resist fading, allowing for quick readability and identification of material sizes. Decimal equivalents are also stamped on the back for immediate reference.
• Reliable Measurement Accuracy: Provides consistent and accurate measurements, reducing errors and supporting superior quality and safety in installations and repairs.
• Portable Design: Its lightweight and compact 3-1/4 inch diameter allows for convenient transport in toolboxes or pockets, ensuring immediate access on any job site.

Applications

The GEN20 WIRE GAUGE is indispensable in various professional settings:

• Electrical Systems: Aids electricians and technicians in precisely determining wire gauges for safe, compliant, and proper connections in residential, commercial, and industrial installations.
• Automotive Maintenance & Repair: Supports mechanics in identifying correct wire sizes for repairs, modifications, and troubleshooting within vehicle electrical systems, preventing issues such as overheating or poor conductivity.
• Sheet Metal Fabrication: Assists fabricators in quickly and accurately assessing the thickness of sheet metal materials, contributing to proper fit and structural integrity in workshops and manufacturing processes.
• Industrial Quality Control: Essential for maintaining quality control where precise measurement of non-ferrous wire or sheet material thickness, such as copper, brass, and aluminum, is critical for operational efficiency.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: General Tools & Instruments
• Model Number: GEN20
• Weight: 0.21 lbs