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Software choice for Manual Starrett CMM

We recently purchased a Starrett HGC2024-16 3-Axis CMM, with Renishaw MH20i Probe. Unfortunately it did not include any software. This is our first experience with a CMM. We do have a Faro arm and use...

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Brown and Sharp Z Accuracy Issue

We run a Brown & Sharp Global Image 5-7-5 CMM with Pc Dimis control and we're having some very strange accuracy issues in Z. The machine will calibrate perfectly, but when we go to measure...

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B & S Microval 343 Problems

Hey guys, I recently got a late 80s-early 90s Microval 343 and have been running into some issues. First, when calibrating with the sphere, it does not show me the standard deviation, just goes to the...

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Mahr 817 CLM transportation and accessories

This started from a set of DMs with another member who purchased one of these used, but I figure it might be useful to others, so I'm posting here. I'll start with getting it home and then add some...

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Micrometer Storage

What are some good ways to store micrometers in bulk?

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Center gage: fake or real

Hi folks- I'm new to this site as well as to machining. I picked up this center gage at flea market, and even though it was presented as being a Starret tool, it doesn't feel right compared to my other...

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Starrett dial indicator repair advice

I have a 25-881 which is a yellow face dial indicator with 25mm of stroke and 0.01mm graduations. The dial is sticky, especially more at the start of the stroke where there is less spring tension. I've...

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TesaHite preset via serial?

Is there a way to send a "preset" value using the serial port on a TesaHite? I am integrating a TesaHite 400 Magna into my workflow. I have a serial connection from the height gage to a PC and a USB...

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Hardness tester MISAWA SEIKI

Hi I happenede to get hold of one of these fine japanese hardness testers. Unfortunately the previous owner has lost the 3 weights... From what I understand this tester is similar design and...

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Tesa Hite 400 display resolution

Recently purchased a used Tesa Hite 400. The specs say it can measure in 50 millionths (0.00005 in) resolution. I've set the resolution in the setup screens but the display only shows 4 digits to the...

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Do length standards grow over time ?

Do length standards grow over time ? I recently sent for certification 2 very old length standards,. a 1" and a 2". Made by Pratt and Whitney, Nice velvet lined wooden box. In excellent shape. I...

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QA metrology for dummies?

What are good resources to get basics of QA metrology and reporting?

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Help with Blake Coaxial Indicator

Good evening, Several years ago, maybe longer I purchased a brand new Blake Coaxial Indicator. It's been in my tool cabinet since and other than periodically opening the case to be sure there is no...

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Surface Plate Calibration vs New

Partly this is just me venting, but I am looking at costs to certify a surface plate to be more than the cost of a new surface plate. I am wrestling with what I want to have vs what I need to have....

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Internal roll formed threads. Inspecting Pitch Diameter and Minor Diameter...

Searched and can't find this topic. I've also been searching the web, including the use of ChatGPT, and can't find anything that addresses this. When roll forming internal threads, gaging the pitch...

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Digital Mic Repair?

Is it worth sending these out for repair? Does anyone have experience with any such outfit? I found a few on Google search. One even has prices posted. Seems cheap, so I'm guessing that this is just...

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0t--casino metrology

in general my life has been characterized by good luck--unless it involves the gaming table year 1975 I was track doctor for the major Seattle blood horse venue--Longacres- and I weekly handed $20...

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Help needed with Misawa Seiki Rockwell hardness tester weight

I bought a Misawa Seiki hardness tester recently. It was apparently used primarily for B scale testing and is missing the 50kg equivalent weight. I am hoping that someone here has one of these machines...

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Detecting deviation

Hello, does anyone know of an affordable system for detecting deviation in 2D parts with hundredths of a millimeter precision, using either a light laser or a camera?

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CMM purchase

We are possibly looking at purchasing or first CMM it will be put on the shop floor. I have looked at several manufactures. I kind of like the MiStar 555 by Mitutoyo it checks alot of the boxes for our...

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