The vertical centesimal dial test indicator Kafer, also known as a lever-type test indicator, is designed for comparative inspections on points that are difficult to reach with a traditional plunger dial indicator. It is particularly suitable whenever contact must occur laterally, on external surfaces, edges, shoulders or in areas where frontal access is not practical.
The distinguishing feature of this model is the vertical dial layout. Compared with other configurations, this arrangement can make reading more natural whenever the instrument is mounted on stands, fixtures or directly on machine tools and the operator is positioned in front of the dial. In many practical applications this improves readability and makes inspections more immediate, especially during setup and repetitive inspections.
The operating principle of the dial test indicator is based on movement of the contact point against the component. When the tip touches the surface to be inspected, the lever moves and the internal mechanism transfers the variation to the pointer on the dial. In this way deviations relative to a reference setting can be read, making it very useful for comparative inspections on lateral surfaces or difficult positions.
From an application point of view, the vertical dial test indicator is suitable for inspections of concentricity, eccentricity, flatness and parallelism. In addition, it is very useful for centering and alignment operations on machine tools, where the vertical dial arrangement helps the operator follow deviations more comfortably while correcting the position of the component or fixture.
The 0.01 mm reading places this model in the category of centesimal dial test indicators, suitable for hundredth-millimeter comparative inspections. This version features a 0.5 mm measuring range, 40 mm dial diameter and 35.7 mm stylus length, characteristics making it suitable whenever both contact practicality and reading comfort are important.
This vertical dial test indicator is commonly used in workshops, tooling departments and quality control, but it is also very suitable for machine setup operations. Thanks to its configuration it is often selected whenever lateral measurement points must be checked more conveniently and whenever the vertical dial position improves readability during operation.
In summary, this is a practical solution for users looking for a centesimal dial test indicator for comparative inspections on difficult-to-access surfaces, with the additional advantage of a vertically arranged dial that improves readability in many inspection positions.
Applications
- Comparative inspection on lateral and external surfaces
- Verification of eccentricity and concentricity
- Inspection of flatness and parallelism
- Measurements on edges, shoulders and external surfaces
- Centering and alignment of components on machine tools
- Verification of correct positioning during setup operations
- Use in workshops, tooling and quality control departments
- Applications where the vertical dial improves readability
FAQ – Vertical centesimal dial test indicator
What is a vertical dial test indicator?
It is a lever-type comparative measuring instrument designed for inspections on lateral or difficult-to-access points, with the dial arranged vertically.
Do vertical lever test indicator and dial test indicator indicate the same type of instrument?
Yes, in this case both terms refer to the same family of comparative measuring instruments using a measuring lever.
How does a dial test indicator work?
The contact tip touches the component, the lever moves and the variation is transferred to the dial as a deviation relative to the reference.
What is the advantage of the vertical dial?
It can make reading more convenient whenever the instrument is mounted in positions where the operator observes the dial from the front.
When is it preferable to a traditional plunger dial indicator?
Whenever the inspection point is lateral, inclined or generally less suitable for axial contact measurement.
Which inspections is it commonly used for?
It is commonly used for concentricity, eccentricity, parallelism, flatness and other comparative inspections on external or lateral surfaces.
Is it suitable for centering operations on machine tools?
Yes, it is widely used during centering and alignment of components or fixtures on machine tools.
Why is it useful during alignment operations?
Because it allows immediate monitoring of deviations while correcting the position of the component in the machine.
What reading resolution does this model have?
The reading resolution is 0.01 mm.
What measuring range is available?
This model has a 0.5 mm measuring range.
What is the dial diameter?
The dial diameter is 40 mm.
What does the 35.7 mm dimension indicate?
It is the characteristic stylus length, useful for evaluating accessibility and instrument clearance during inspection.
In which applications is it most commonly used?
It is mainly used in workshops, tooling departments, quality control and machine setup operations.
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| Product code | Field | Dial diameter | Resolution | W (mm) |
| SA022K/45 | 0.5 | 40 | 0.01 | 35.7 |
