dialindikaattorina

Dialindikaattori is a term derived from Swedish, literally translating to "dial indicator" in English. It refers to a measuring instrument used to measure small deviations or variations in a workpiece's surface. These indicators are characterized by a movable dial face that displays the measured displacement. The core component of a dial indicator is a rack and pinion mechanism, which translates the linear movement of a stylus or probe into rotational movement of the hands on the dial. This allows for precise readings of very small distances.

Dial indicators are widely used in manufacturing, machining, and metrology for various quality control and inspection tasks. They are essential for checking the flatness, runout, concentricity, and parallelism of machined parts. Their applications include setting up workpieces on machine tools, verifying dimensional accuracy, and identifying manufacturing defects. The stylus can be exchanged for different tips depending on the measurement requirement. Dial indicators are typically mounted using a magnetic base or a special clamp. Their ease of use and high accuracy make them a fundamental tool in precision engineering.