Southern Gage 3/8-18 NPTF L1/L3 Taper Thread Plug
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Description
The Southern Gage 3/8-18 NPTF L1/L3 Taper Thread Plug is an essential tool for precise and accurate measurement of tapered pipe threads, commonly used in various industrial applications. Crafted with precision and durability in mind, this thread plug gauge ensures reliable and consistent thread measurements. With its L1/L3 class designation, it meets stringent quality standards, providing accurate assessment of thread pitch diameter and taper. The gauge is designed to gauge the internal threads of female fittings or the external threads of male fittings, allowing for comprehensive inspection of threaded connections. Its rugged construction and high-quality materials ensure longevity and reliability in demanding industrial environments.
Specifications
– Manufacturer: Southern Gage
– Thread Type: NPTF (National Pipe Taper Fuel)
– Thread Size: 3/8-18
– Class: L1/L3
– Measurement: Taper thread plug gauge
– Material: High-quality tool steel or tungsten carbide
– Tolerance: ± one-fourth of the specified tolerance
– Finish: Chrome or nickel plated
– Designation: L1 gauges the hand-tight engagement of the internal threads, while L3 gauges the functional engagement.
– Application: Measurement of internal or external tapered pipe threads
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- Certified metrologists staffing laboratories in North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East
- Comprehensive scopes of accreditation to meet a broad range of customer needs
- Expedited calibration services available
- Pickup and delivery services available
- Environmentally controlled facilities to ensure high quality and accurate calibrations and measurements.
Laboratory Calibration
Micro Precision operates 36 laboratories globally providing reliable localized support
- Certified metrologists staffing laboratories in North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East
- Comprehensive scopes of accreditation to meet a broad range of customer needs
- Expedited calibration services available
- Pickup and delivery services available
- Environmentally controlled facilities to ensure high quality and accurate calibrations and measurements.
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When a piece of equipment fails you have the option to repair or replace that item. Oftentimes repair is an economical and efficient solution. Micro Precision’s repair offering provides advantages to our customers:
- Cost effective; often less than OEM
- Efficient; often much better turn-time than the OEM
- Flexibility; willingness to work with customers to meet their needs
- Warranted repairs
- Ability to service many obsolete instruments
Quality Certified Test Equipment Repair Services
When a piece of equipment fails you have the option to repair or replace that item. Oftentimes repair is an economical and efficient solution. Micro Precision’s repair offering provides advantages to our customers:
- Cost effective; often less than OEM
- Efficient; often much better turn-time than the OEM
- Flexibility; willingness to work with customers to meet their needs
- Warranted repairs
- Ability to service many obsolete instruments
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From the leasing of specialized electronic equipment for a specific task, to the purchase of physical and dimensional tools, we offer leasing services as well as used test equipment sales. We also locate hard-to-find electronics, and provide flexible options to meet ever-changing equipment needs.
Cost Effective Test Equipment Options
From the leasing of specialized electronic equipment for a specific task, to the purchase of physical and dimensional tools, we offer leasing services as well as used test equipment sales. We also locate hard-to-find electronics, and provide flexible options to meet ever-changing equipment needs.
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