Hi,
I'm kind of new to machining and need to acquire a test indicator and holder for my Grizzly G0775 mill and Baleigh 13x40 lathe. At this time I can buy one good indicator and holder. I am thinking Tesatast/Bestest and Noga. In addition, I could also afford a cheapo with less resolution if that makes any sense.
In addition to general not extremely precise machining, I will be threading a few gun barrels.
Test indicators:
What would be the most useful test indicator as far as resolution/range/stem? I think in inches, not metric.
I am thinking .001 or .0005.
What stem length is most useful for general work?
Can I get a short stem model and change to a long stem when I want to get up in a barrel? I know the reading would be off.
Or is changing stems a bad idea for a nice indicator?
Holders:
Noga's come in NF, DG, MG, MA sizes for their articulated holders.
Their post holders are much more affordable, and have more reach. Ph3100, 2040, 4016.
I have no idea what is a practical size.
What is your advice?
Thanks,
Joe
I'm kind of new to machining and need to acquire a test indicator and holder for my Grizzly G0775 mill and Baleigh 13x40 lathe. At this time I can buy one good indicator and holder. I am thinking Tesatast/Bestest and Noga. In addition, I could also afford a cheapo with less resolution if that makes any sense.
In addition to general not extremely precise machining, I will be threading a few gun barrels.
Test indicators:
What would be the most useful test indicator as far as resolution/range/stem? I think in inches, not metric.
I am thinking .001 or .0005.
What stem length is most useful for general work?
Can I get a short stem model and change to a long stem when I want to get up in a barrel? I know the reading would be off.
Or is changing stems a bad idea for a nice indicator?
Holders:
Noga's come in NF, DG, MG, MA sizes for their articulated holders.
Their post holders are much more affordable, and have more reach. Ph3100, 2040, 4016.
I have no idea what is a practical size.
What is your advice?
Thanks,
Joe