Surface Gauge (Noun)
Meaning
Gauge consisting of a scriber mounted on an adjustable stand; used to test the accuracy of plane surfaces.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The inspector carefully placed the surface gauge on the workpiece to verify its flatness against the specifications.
- Before beginning machining operations, the machinist used a surface gauge to check the surface of the part for any imperfections.
- To ensure accuracy, the engineer employed a surface gauge to measure the deviation of the flat surface from its nominal position.
- The quality control officer utilized a surface gauge with interchangeable scriber tips to test the flatness of differently sized components.
- A high-precision surface gauge was used by the researcher to evaluate the planarity of microscope slides before imaging their surface topography.