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surface gauge

/ˈsɜːfɪs ɡeɪdʒ/

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/ˈsɜːfɪs ɡeɪdʒ/C1formaltechnical
  • ruПрецизионный измерительный инструмент, используемый в металлообработке и машиностроении для проверки плоскостности, параллельности и высоты поверхностей, обычно состоящий из основания с чертилкой или индикатором.

A precision measuring instrument used in metalworking and engineering to check the flatness, parallelism, and height of surfaces, typically consisting of a base with a scriber or indicator.

  1. Precision measuring toolC2formal

    A tool used in metalworking and engineering to measure the height of objects or to scribe lines parallel to a reference surface.

    ruИзмерительный инструмент для точности

    • The machinist used a surface gauge to check the flatness of the metal plate.
    • Adjust the surface gauge to the required height before scribing the line.
    • A surface gauge is essential for accurate layout work on a surface plate.