Threaded Gages for the Aerospace Industry
Aircraft engines, landing gear, mechanical systems, and other equipment use components that must be manufactured to industry standards. This extends to everything from materials and manufacturing methods all the way down to threads on nuts, bolts, and other fasteners.
At Gage Assembly, we manufacture thread plug and ring gages to simplify the process of inspecting and verifying fasteners and other threaded components. In addition to standard gages, we can also develop custom aerospace gages based on customer-supplied drawings. See how our gage-making capabilities and expertise can support your next project.
The Importance of High-Quality Gages in Aerospace Applications
Each fastener in an aircraft or component assembly must meet detailed specifications for aspects including thread pitch and inner and outer diameter. These features determine how effectively a fastener will engage and if it is the correct size to hold securely. If a fastener is too small it may not stay in place, and if it is too large it could stick, break, or not fit at all.
One reliable way to validate threaded components is with a gage from Gage Assembly. This is a simple measurement tool that clearly indicates if a thread matches specified dimensions by physically checking if it fully engages with a part or not. This “go or no-go” check, also called fixed limit gaging, is a quick and definitive way to tell if threads are manufactured accurately.
At Gage Assembly, we develop high-precision Gages with hard chrome plating for consistent functionality over time. We provide ring and plug gages. Ring Gages are used to check externally-threaded components, and plug gages are for internally-threaded components. Our gages offer several benefits for quality assurance in aerospace applications, including:
- Precision grinding and machining with high-quality tool steel guarantee continued accuracy, even after repeated use.
- A wide variety of gages are available including UNJ thread, taperlock, reversible, and trilock thread plug gages.
- Designed for fast and easy use across different applications and workflows.
- Cost-effective design and durability improve long-term ROI.
- Clear indication of compliance with industry standards.
- Provides quality assurance to the customers that you supply with threaded components.
How Thread Gages are Used in Aerospace Applications
Gage Assembly serves aerospace, automotive, and other industrial customers with high-quality, user-friendly threaded Gages. These handheld tools make it easy to take the guesswork out of validating threaded fasteners, bolts, and nuts. They are a proven way to streamline production, preventive maintenance, and assembly processes.
We offer a comprehensive selection of thread gages for nearly any application. Options include:
- UNJ Thread Form Gages. UNJ threads (i.e., United Inch thread with a rounded external thread root) have high fatigue resistance for aerospace applications.
- Taperlock Gages. Taperlock Gages have a tapered shank that enters and secures in the handle, and can easily be removed and replaced with a new one when it becomes worn.
- Reversible Gages. These gages have double-ended “go” or “no-go” gages inserted in each end of the tool. When one gage end is worn, it can be removed, flipped, and re-inserted to double the life of the tool.
- Trilock Thread Plug Gages. These Gages hold a reversible member and attach with a bolt that is secured to a three-pronged handle.
Why Choose Gage Assembly?
Gage Assembly is a leading provider of high-quality thread gages with over 70 years of experience providing durable gages and excellent customer service. We manufacture our gages with high-quality tool steel and advanced CNC machines for reliable gages that are easy to use. Gage Assembly is a member of the National Association of Manufacturers, and we specialize in both standard and customized solutions.
Custom Gages for Aerospace Use From Gage Assembly
Gage Assembly has a reputation for excellence built on our decades of manufacturing work. Customers throughout the aerospace industry turn to us for precision measurement and verification tools that keep critical applications safe and functional. Contact us today to learn more about our different gage products, or request a catalog for more details.
