The proper instrument for measuring runout, as described in the provided reference, is a simple height gage.
Measuring Runout with a Simple Height Gage
Runout measurement is a critical process in ensuring the quality and accuracy of manufactured parts. The reference highlights the use of a simple height gage as a standard instrument for this task.
Here's how this measurement is typically performed based on the provided information:
- The measurement is taken using the height gage on the reference surface of the part.
- The part's datum axis is controlled during the process.
- This control involves fixing all datum points.
- The central datum axis is then rotated.
- To facilitate this rotation and control, the part is usually constrained. Common methods for constraint include:
- Using V-blocks
- Mounting the part on a spindle
By using a height gage on the reference surface while the part is constrained and rotated, technicians can effectively measure the runout, which is the variation relative to the datum axis.
