Rotational Inspection
Concentricity & Runout
A/B/E/F/G/H/HL/J/K/KK/LG/LGM families for cylindrical, long-part and multi-position rotational inspection.
Explore Concentricity Systems →Universal Punch Gage Application Assistant
Find the right gage for your inspection.
Start with the inspection problem. Universal Punch will narrow the most useful gaging system or application-review path without requiring you to know the model number first.
Have a drawing? Send it to Universal Punch for review →
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Step 1 · Inspection
What do you need to inspect?
Choose the problem you are trying to solve. Each card is a normal page link, so this selector remains usable even if JavaScript is disabled or another site script fails.
Rotational InspectionConcentricity & RunoutRound parts, shafts, pins and fasteners. Check concentricity, runout or multiple measuring positions.
Thread InspectionThread InspectionInternal or external threads. Measure pitch or functional diameter, major diameter, or acceptance.
Drive / Recess & Fastener FeaturesDrive, Recess & Fastener FeaturesTX, Hexalobular and TXP recess gages, penetration, recess geometry, drill-point thickness and tri-lobe forms.
Dimensional InspectionHeight, Length & StraightnessProtrusion height, precision height, digital length, straightness and alignment.
Functional / SpecialtyWobble, Torque & PositioningWobble, torsional testing, repeatable centering and special inspection workflows.
Application EngineeringCustom / I'm Not SureHave a print or unusual application? Send it to Universal Punch for engineering review.
Choose the inspection problem. Universal Punch will narrow the appropriate starting system from your answers.
Universal Punch Inspection Systems
Inspection systems at a glance.
Experienced users can go directly to a product family. Newer users can stay in the guided selector above. The same product families are represented in both paths.
Thread Inspection
External & Internal Threads
Variable-reading external thread systems, internal-thread fixtures, rolls, masters and application-specific measuring methods.
View #12000 Thread System →Drive / Recess & Features
Recess, Penetration & Form
Penetration, recess geometry, drill-point thickness, tri-lobe form, and current TX / Hexalobular / TXP inspection gages.
View Gaging Products →Dimensional Inspection
Height, Length & Straightness
Protrusion height, precision height, digital length, straightness, alignment and repeatable dimensional setups.
View #9450 Height System →Functional / Specialty
Wobble, Torque & Positioning
Controlled part presentation for wobble evaluation, torsional testing, repeatable centering and specialty workflows.
View #9200 Wobble System →Manufacturer Selection Method
The model number is only part of the decision.
Universal Punch starts with the inspection characteristic, then confirms part support, measuring components, access and production workflow before the final configuration is quoted.
What must be measured?
Concentricity, runout, pitch diameter, functional diameter, penetration, height, length, wobble, torque or another characteristic.
How is the part supported?
Support surfaces, shoulders, threads, recesses, datum relationships and available lands affect the fixture architecture.
How should it be measured?
Indicators, probes, thread rolls, segments, masters, carriers and data-output requirements can change the build.
How will inspection operate?
Bench, machine-side, production, receiving, laboratory, SPC, portable or automated workflows influence the final configuration.
Technical System Directory
Every current recess-gage model is represented.
The selector includes all 17 current product entries on the Universal Punch Gaging page, while the directory below gives experienced users a direct path to each product page.
6-Lobe (TX)
#1180 6-Lobe (TX) Penetration GagePenetration #1181 6-Lobe (TX) GO Penetration GageGO Penetration #1182 6-Lobe (TX) No-Go Fallaway GageNo-Go Fallaway #1184 6-Lobe (TX) GO / NO-GO GageGO / NO-GO #1185 6-Lobe (TX) Final Inspection GageFinal InspectionISO Hexalobular
#1190 Hexalobular GO Penetration GagePenetration / GO #1191 Hexalobular GO Penetration GageGO Penetration #1192 Hexalobular No-Go Fallaway GageNo-Go Fallaway #1194 Hexalobular GO / NO-GO GageGO / NO-GO #1195 Hexalobular Cylindrical No-Go GageCylindrical No-GoExtra (TXP)
#1280 Extra (TXP) Penetration GagePenetration #1281 Extra (TXP) GO Penetration GageGO Penetration #1282 Extra (TXP) No-Go Fallaway GageNo-Go Fallaway #1284 Extra (TXP) Production GO / NO-GO GageGO / NO-GO #1285 Extra (TXP) Final Inspection GO GageFinal InspectionTXP Tamper Resistant
#1290 Extra (TXP) Tamper Resistant Penetration GagePenetration #1291 TXP Tamper Resistant GO Penetration GageGO PenetrationCommon Inspection Questions
Direct answers from the manufacturer.
These answers explain the selector’s role without overstating a preliminary recommendation as a final engineering configuration.
How do I choose the right gage if I do not know the model number?
Start with the inspection characteristic. The selector narrows the appropriate Universal Punch family from what must be measured, the part or feature type, and the required inspection outcome. Universal Punch then confirms the final ordered configuration.
Does the selector make the final engineering selection?
No. It provides a technically useful starting recommendation. Final measuring components, support geometry, indicators, masters, rollers, probes, tolerances, standards, and ordered configuration should be confirmed from the actual application.
What gage is used for external thread pitch diameter?
The #12000 External 3-POINT Thread Gage is a primary variable-reading starting platform for external thread pitch diameter and related thread conditions. Final rolls, master, frame size, and indicator configuration are application-specific.
What if I need a TX, Hexalobular or TXP recess gage?
Choose Drive, Recess & Fastener Features, then Internal Drive / Recess Gaging. The selector includes the current 1180, 1190, 1280 and 1290-series product paths represented on the Universal Punch gaging catalog.
When should I send Universal Punch the part drawing?
Send the drawing whenever support surfaces, datum relationships, feature access, tolerance, measurement position, thread callout, drive standard, or the final gage configuration cannot be confirmed from the basic application questions.
Can I search by model number instead?
Yes. The expert shortcut at the top of the page searches the Universal Punch gaging and fixture index by model number, family, or inspection term.
Application Engineering
Have a print? Skip the guesswork.
Send the part drawing and identify what must be measured. Universal Punch can confirm the gage family, support or measuring geometry, measuring components, indicator or master requirements, and final fixture configuration.