AZA 1078 DISC TYPE WIRE GAUGE

Description

The Disc Type Wire Gauge is a durable, circular measuring tool designed for quickly and accurately determining the diameter of wires and the thickness of sheet metal. Made of corrosion-resistant stainless steel or high-grade alloy, this compact gauge is an essential instrument for metalworkers, laboratory technicians, engineers, and quality inspectors who need a reliable way to verify material dimensions in the field or lab.

Its circular disc shape with precision-cut notches along the edge allows users to easily slide in a wire or sheet edge to determine its gauge size. The etched or stamped markings provide a permanent, easy-to-read reference, ensuring long-lasting visibility even with heavy use. The tool is ideal for measuring both ferrous and non-ferrous metal wires, rods, plates, or strips.disc type wire gauge, circular wire gauge, sheet metal gauge.

The disc type wire gauge is based on standard gauge measurement systems such as SWG (Standard Wire Gauge), AWG (American Wire Gauge), or metric equivalents, depending on the model. Most versions cover a wide range of wire diameters, typically from 0.2 mm to 8 mm or SWG sizes 1 to 36. These sizes are engraved in a clockwise arrangement on the face of the disc for quick lookup.

This circular wire gauge is commonly used in:

• Metal testing laboratories

• Electrical cable manufacturing

• Mechanical workshops

• Material quality control

• Sheet metal fabrication

The tool is non-digital, requires no power, and is practically maintenance-free. Simply slide the wire or edge of the metal sheet into the slots to find the best-fitting notch, and read the engraved number next to it. For lab professionals, it serves as a quick check for validating specimen dimensions before tensile or elongation tests.

Its robust construction and portability make it ideal for use in environments where fast and accurate thickness confirmation is required. Whether you’re working in high-precision lab conditions or an on-site fabrication unit, the disc wire gauge ensures repeatable results with no calibration drift.

To ensure compatibility with common lab and industrial standards, the gauge follows standard tolerances as defined in the British Standard BS 6722, or equivalent references for wire and sheet measurements.

 Specifications:

 FAQ:

Q1: What is a disc type wire gauge used for?
It’s used to measure the diameter of wires and thickness of metal sheets by inserting them into notches cut along the disc edge.

Q2: What is the range of wire sizes it can measure?
Most models support SWG sizes from 1 to 36, or 0.2 mm to 8 mm thickness.

Q3: Are the markings engraved or printed?
High-quality versions have laser-etched or stamped markings that are permanent and corrosion-resistant.

Q4: Can I use this for plastic or non-metal materials?
It’s optimized for metals, but it can be used on rigid plastic or other consistent materials for comparative sizing.

Q5: Does this require calibration?
No. It’s a passive measuring tool that doesn’t need recalibration under normal use.