12" Measuring Straight Edge - Fowler High Precision

The Fowler High Precision 12" Measuring Straight Edge (Model 72-480-075-) is a professional-grade tool engineered for precision measurement and layout tasks in automotive and industrial settings. Constructed from hardened steel, this straight edge provides exceptional durability and stability, making it an essential instrument for technicians and machinists requiring reliable accuracy.

Key Features

• Hardened Steel Construction: Manufactured from hardened steel for superior wear resistance and long-term dimensional stability in demanding work environments.
• Beveled Edge with Graduations: Features a beveled edge with clear 1/64th graduations, facilitating precise visual alignment and measurement.
• Satin Chrome Finish: A satin chrome finish on the scale enhances readability, reducing glare and ensuring easy, precise readings even in varied lighting conditions.
• High Straightness Accuracy: Engineered to a straightness tolerance of 0.0015", ensuring reliable reference for critical applications.
• Optimal Rigidity: With a robust profile of 0.21" thick and 1.59" wide, this straight edge offers enhanced rigidity, crucial for maintaining accuracy during use.
• Protective Storage: Includes a storage sleeve to protect the precision edge from damage when not in use, extending the tool's lifespan.

Applications

This 12" Measuring Straight Edge is ideal for a wide range of professional tasks. It is commonly used by automotive technicians for checking cylinder head or engine block flatness, ensuring proper sealing surfaces during rebuilds. In industrial applications, it serves as a critical tool for precision layout, marking, and checking the straightness and parallelism of machine components, fixtures, and workpieces. Its design supports accurate alignment procedures across various manufacturing and maintenance operations.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Fowler High Precision
• Model Number: 72-480-075-
• Length: 12"
• Material: Hardened Steel
• Straightness: 0.0015"
• Thickness: 0.21"
• Width: 1.59"
• Graduations: 1/64th