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THE ESSENTIAL METROLOGY CATALOGUE 18/19

THE ESSENTIAL METROLOGY CATALOGUE 18/19
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THE ESSENTIAL METROLOGY CATALOGUE 18/19

Product catalog summary
Introduction
The Bowers Group is a leading global provider of precision measuring instruments, renowned for its high-quality metrology equipment. The company emphasizes innovation, offering a core product line that includes both mechanical and electronic internal measuring equipment, such as bore gauges and micrometers, with Bluetooth integration for smart manufacturing.
Product Range
  • Bore Gauging: The XT range features analogue and digital bore gauges with Bluetooth, covering 2-300mm, and includes tungsten carbide measuring faces and UKAS certification.
  • Digital Bore Gauges: These gauges offer ergonomic design, IP67 protection, and Bluetooth connectivity, available in certified sets.
  • Digital Pistol Grip Bore Gauge: The XT3 Holematic includes a swivel LCD display, IP67 electronics, and Bluetooth, supporting a range of 2-300mm with self-centring heads.
Special Applications
Bowers offers custom solutions for non-standard applications, such as measuring threads, splines, and grooves, with a specialized team for creating custom measuring heads.
Calibration and Certification
Bowers' UKAS calibration laboratory ensures products meet national standards, providing quality assurance.
Technical Specifications
Specifications include range, accuracy, and depth, with products manufactured to DIN 863, part 4 standards.
Data Transmission
Products support Bluetooth and USB data transmission, with non-Bluetooth options available.
Grip Bore Gauge Extensions
Extensions range from 63mm to 150mm, fitting heads from 6mm to 300mm.
Depth Stop
Available with a range of 2-6mm for precise measurement control.
Bowers MicroGauge 2-Point Bore Gauge
Designed for small bores (1.0-10.0mm), featuring a digital readout and data transfer via RS232 or USB.
Digital Lever Bore Gauge
Suitable for vertical bore measurement, offering a range of 6-100mm with RS-232C output.
XTHSY Pistol Grip Bore Gauge
Features ergonomic design and Bluetooth options, measuring 6-100mm.
Electronic Bore Gauge - Ultima
Offers resolutions up to 0.0001mm, with a range of 2-310mm and constant spring pressure for repeatability.
Data Transmission and Accessories
Includes USB cables, wireless modules, stands, and depth stops.
Specifications
Detailed specifications for bore gauging tools and air gauging systems, including measurement ranges and accuracy.
Procedures
Outlines setup and calibration procedures for bore gauges and air gauging systems.
Standards and Norms
References ANSI/ASME B89.1.6M standards for ring gauges, ensuring UKAS certification compliance.
Recommendations
Suggests using air gauging for high precision in challenging environments, with features like touch screens.
Key Data from Tables and Charts
Includes tables listing bore gauge sets, extensions, and air gauging tools with ranges and features.
Critical Information
Highlights measurement capabilities, calibration importance, and air gauging benefits for precision.
Overview
Details on bore gauging tools and systems, focusing on specifications, applications, and precision advantages.
1. Bore Gauging Tools
  • Special Bore Measurement: For internal and external spline measurements, suitable for diameters from 8-300mm.
  • Spherical Measurement: For measuring ovality and irregularities in bores, ranging from 6-300mm.
  • Deep Hole Pneumatic Measurement: Measures diameters from 50-310mm up to 15m deep.
2. Special Applications
  • Dovetail Slots & Turbine Blade Grooves: Measures slot width and position with actual size output.
  • Valve Cavity-Seat Pockets: Uses a right angle adapter for internal cavity measurements.
3. SmartPlugs
  • Features speed, accuracy, and repeatability in harsh environments, with a range of 6-280mm.
4. Cylinder Bore Gauges
  • Digital Cylinder Bore Gauge: Offers a digital display with Bluetooth, measuring 12.5-600mm.
  • Mechanical Cylinder Bore Gauge: Improved for ease of use and reliability.
5. Accessories and Options
  • Includes holders, extensions, and setting rings with UKAS certification.
Conclusion
Bowers Group offers a comprehensive range of precision bore gauging tools for various industries.
Mechanical Cylinder Bore Gauge - Metric
Available in different ranges and resolutions, with measuring depths from 75mm to 910mm.
Mechanical Cylinder Bore Gauge - Imperial
Ranges from 1/2 inch to 24 inches, with resolutions of 0.0005 inch and 0.0001 inch.
Universal Gauging
Designed for measuring internal and external dimensions, with a range of 30-255mm internally.
Universal Setting Gauge
Improves accuracy in large diameter parts, suitable for shop floor environments.
Checkmaster Comparator
Flexible gauging solution for short production runs, supporting multiple gauge stations.
INTEX Comparator Beam Gauge
Measures internal and external diameters, offering a range of 200-1000mm.
Carbon Fibre Comparator Beam Gauge
High accuracy measurements up to 4000mm+, lightweight with low thermal expansion.
Bowers Snapmic
Combines digital micrometer and snap gauge features, measuring 0-60mm.
Bowers Universal "Snap" Gauge
For quick and accurate measurement of external cylindrical diameters.
Overview
Technical specifications and features of various measurement tools, highlighting precision and options.
Snap Gauges
Measurement ranges from 0-150 mm, with flatness and parallelism specifications.
Rivet Height Gauge
Measures rivet height for aerospace applications, with digital display and Bluetooth option.
Countersink Gauge
Measures countersinks, offering switchable resolution and RS-232 data output.
Digital Calipers
Features integrated Bluetooth, IP67 protection, and various sizes.
Major Calipers
Designed for external measurements, available in digital and analogue versions.
Contact Information
For more details, visit the Bowers Group website or contact them via phone or fax.
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THE ESSENTIAL METROLOGY CATALOGUE 18/19 Innovative new products throughout this all-inclusive, easy to use reference

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Introduction The Bowers range of precision measuring instruments can be found in over 50 countries, across 6 continents, supported by a network of exclusive agents. The Bowers brand is strong throughout the world and is associated with the highest quality in measuring equipment. Maintaining our leading position in the increasingly competitive Metrology industry has required us to stay at the forefront of product innovation. Bowers’ principal product range centres on internal measuring equipment; in particular bore gauging and internal micrometers – both mechanical and electronic. Core products...

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Bowers group CONTENTS Contents XTA / XTA Micro Analogue Bore Gauge XT3 Digital Bore Gauge XT3 Holematic Digital Pistol Grip Bore Gauge MicroGauge 2-point Bore Gauge XT Digital Lever Bore Gauge XTHSY Pistol Grip Bore Gauge with Indicator Ultima Electronic Bore Gauge XT500 Large Diameter 3-point Bore Gauge Bowers Air Gauging Special Bore Measurement SmartPlugs Digital and Mechanical Cylinder Bore Gauges Universal Gauge Checkmaster Comparator INTEX Comparator Beam Gauge Carbon Fibre Comparator Beam Gauge Snapmic Digital Micrometer Snapmatic Snap Gauge Rivet Height Gauge/Digital Countersink Gauge...

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Analogue Bore Gauges Bowers XT Analogue Bore Gauges are an economical solution to accurate shop-floor bore measurement. The extended mechanical travel of these advanced two or three point gauges ensures that exchanging measuring anvils is now unnecessary. Their wide application range, 2-300mm, rugged construction and easy read scale, ensure both accuracy and ease of use. XT measuring heads and setting rings are supplied with UKAS certification. Bowers has developed XTA Micro to cover the measuring range 2-20mm. The XTA Micro incorporates a more compact mechanical controller and Vernier scale...

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Bowers group BORE GAUGINGAnalogue Bore GaugesXTA MICRO: Individual instruments supplied with setting ring and UKAS Code No Range Accuracy Depth Setting Ring Range Accuracy Depth Setting Ring Code No(without Ring) (mm)(mm)(mm) (mm)_ Code No (inch)(inch) (inch) (inch) XTA STANDARD: Individual instruments supplied with setting ring and UKAS Range Accuracy Depth Setting Ring Range Accuracy Depth Setting Ring Code No(mm)(mm)(mm)(mm)_ Code No(inch)(inch)(inch) (inch) XTA MICRO SETS: Supplied with individual instrument, setting rings and UKAS Code No Range Measuring Setting Range Code No (without Ring)...

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BORE GAUGING Digital Bore Gauges Bowers’ Bluetooth digital internal micrometers offer a new ergonomic design - including a larger and clearer LCD display - along with IP67 electronics protection, proximity output; allowing bi-directional communication giving greater flexibility for data acquisition and storage. The extended mechanical travel of the XT range means that special heads can also be manufactured to accommodate users most awkward measuring problems. Measuring heads for threads, splines slots, grooves, deep-holes and many more applications are available on request. The Bowers XT3 range...

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Bowers group DISPLAY UNITS ONLY TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION: Individual instruments supplied with digital display unit, head, ring and UKAS Setting Code No Range Accuracy Depth Ring Setting Code No Range Accuracy Depth Ring (with BT) (inch) (inch) (inch) (inch) DEPTH STOP Code No Range (mm) Range (inch) SETS: Supplied with one digital display unit, heads, rings and UKAS Code No Range Measuring Setting Code No Range SETS: Supplied with digital display units with each head, rings and UKAS Code No Range Measuring Setting (with BT) (mm) Heads Rings Note Length Length To Fit Heads To Fit Heads Note: BT...

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BORE GAUGING Digital Pistol Grip Bore Gauge Bowers’ XT3 Holematic offers a new ergonomic design - including a larger and clearer LCD display - along with IP67 electronics protection, proximity output with built-in Bluetooth; allowing bi-directional communication giving greater flexibility for data acquisition and storage. The extended mechanical travel of the XT range means that special heads can also be manufactured to accommodate users most awkward measuring problems. Measuring heads for threads, splines slots, grooves, deep-holes and many more applications are available on request. The Bowers...

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THE ESSENTIAL METROLOGY CATALOGUE 18/19-9

Bowers group DISPLAY UNITS ONLY TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION: Individual instruments supplied with digital pistol grip, head, ring and UKAS Setting Code No Range Accuracy Depth Ring Setting Code No Range Accuracy Depth Ring (with BT) (inch) (inch) (inch) (inch) SETS: Supplied with digital pistol grip, heads, rings and UKAS Code No Range Measuring Setting Code No Range (with BT) (mm) Heads Rings (with BT) (inch) XTHADAPTER 6- 10mm Head Adapter required for the use of XTPG02-BT with 6-8 and 8-10mm heads if display unit purchased separately. LARGE SETS: Supplied with digital pistol grip, heads, rings...

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BORE GAUGING Bowers MicroGauge 2-Point Bore Gauge The new MicroGauge 2-point bore gauging system has been designed specifically for the measurement of small bores between 1.0-10.0mm. Featuring a completely new digital readout and extremely compact overall dimensions, the MicroGauge is truly a pocket-sized instrument. Digital readout and measuring head together are about the same size and format as a ballpoint pen which represents a big advantage for those needing to measure small precision parts and who need to have their gauge with them all the time. The clear LCD display is easily set using...

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION: Individual measuring heads, readouts and setting rings Head Range Range

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Digital Lever Bore Gauge The robust Bowers XTL Lever range is perfect for vertical bore measurement, providing accurate and repeatable bore gauging under inspection department or shop-floor conditions. The XTL has a simple ergonomic action and can be fitted with a wide variety of analogue and digital indicators or even transducer probes. The range can be provided with IP65 rated digital indicators, rendering it resistant to coolant, water and airborne particles. A 'wireless' gauge module is also available, enabling cable free communication with remote data collectors, PCs etc. The cost-effective...

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