The Mitutoyo 574-212-1A LCD Heightmatic high precision height gauge has a measurement range of 0” - 12”/0 - 300 mm, an LCD digital readout with resolution to 0.0001”/0.001 mm with + or - 0.0002”/.005 mm of accuracy, and data output to transmit results to a Mitutoyo miniprocessor or computer for statistical process control (SPC).

This height gauge has an electronic microprocessor providing the ability to preset a reference height at any position, to set a temporary zero position and return to a true zero reading, to compensate for the diameter of the probe tip, and to hold measurement. The LCD digital readout can be selected to display measurements in inches or metric. The output port transmits results to a Mitutoyo miniprocessor or computer through an interface cable (not included) for SPC. The electronic touch-signal probe supports precise digital measurement with triggering in both up and down direction. The probe or optional scribers (not included) are held to the gauge by a screw clamp for easy and secure fastening. The gauge is lowered and raised on the beam by two hand-operated feed wheels, one for coarse movement and one for fine adjustment. The grip-base helps hold the unit in position by hand. The height gauge weighs 23.98 lbs/13.6 kg. The unit comes with an AC adapter.

Height gauges, also called gages, are precision measuring instruments that travel on a vertical column (also called the beam) to measure and/or mark the vertical distance from the base of an object in fine units. The vertical position of the gauge and its attached pointer are changed by turning a calibrated screw, or one or more feed wheels. Recorded rotations are read from a scale, a dial, counters, and/or an electronic display. A screw clamp holds the pointer to the gauge. The pointer is typically sharpened to act as a scriber, and can be used to mark position on a workpiece by scratching its surface. On compatible units, the scriber may be replaced by an electronic touch-signal probe. Height gauges are typically used in manufacturing, machining, and mechanical engineering.

Mitutoyo manufactures precision measuring tools, metrology equipment, and systems. The company was founded in Tokyo in 1934 and formed Mitutoyo America Corporation in 1963, which is headquartered in Aurora, IL.

What’s in the Box?

• Mitutoyo 574-212-1A LCD Heightmatic High Precision Height Gauge
• Electronic touch-signal probe
• AC Adapter