Instruction Manual

PROFESSIONAL
Precision
MeasuringTool

S-LINE SNAP GAUGE

Model No.

ALD-＊＊＊

Thank you for purchasing the S-Line Snap Gauge. Mount a digital micrometer or indicator to this precision gauge holder for precise hand
held measurements of part dimensions.
● For safe and proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual
before use and follow the procedures described. Please keep manual where
it is accessible to user for future reference.
● Keep this manual with the instrument if transferred or leased to a third party.
● For inquiries about this product, please contact dealer or Niigata Seiki atthe address listed on the following page.

SAFETY NOTIFICATIONSIn this manual,indicates RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY
OR PROPERTY DAMAGE if not followed. Thesymbol
indicates something which is PROHIBITED, and thesymbol indicates REQUIRED step or necessary condition.

■ PART IDENTIFICATION, FUNCTION※Model ALD-080 shown① Spindle② Anvil③ Anvil Feed Screw⑤ Gauge mounting Hole
⑥ Gauge Clamp Screw(rear)④ Anvil Lock Screw (rear)⑦ Measurement
Lever⑨ Work Stop Clamp Screw (rear)⑩ Stand Mounting
Hole⑧ Work Stop

① Spindle ······························· Movement displayed on Gauge.
② Anvil ··································· Workpiece is held between thisand the Spindle.

⑥ Gauge Clamp Screw (rear) ······ Tighten to secure Gauge.
⑦ Measurement Lever ················· Press Lever to move Spindle.

③ Anvil Feed Screw ··············· For adjusting Spindle position.

⑧ Work Stop ······························· Guide for positioning cylindrical
workpieces for measurement.

⑤ Gauge Mounting Hole ········ Mount your Gauge here(8mm Stem).

⑩ Stand Mounting Hole ················ Mounting hole for attaching toStand.

④ Anvil Lock Screw (rear) ······ Fixes Anvil position.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

PleaseObserve

Always follow the procedures specified in order to prevent harm
to yourself or others, and to prevent damage to property.
Denotes a prohibition– You MUST NOT do

CAUTION

Denotes a requirement– You MUST do

Items where there is potential of injury orproperty damage.

Read the manual and follow all instructions.
・Use of product other than as described in the manual
may cause accident.
Use only for measuring.
・Use for any purpose other than measuring may cause
damage or wear to the instrument. Improper use may
also cause accident.
Handle with Care.
・Do not drop or subject instrument to excessive shock.
Do not place under heavy objects. Improper handling
may cause damage or poor accuracy.
・Do not scratch instrument.
Press on Lever Gently
・Rough handling may cause damage or affect accuracy.

⑨ Work Stop Clamp Screw (rear) ··· Fixes Stop position.

Use and store only in the following conditions:● Dry location protected from rain, water, and oils.
● Protected from direct sunlight.
● Location that does not become hot.
● Location protected from use by children andunauthorized people.
・Use in conditions other than indicated above may
result in poor accuracy, damage to product, or cause
accidents or injury.
Do not disassemble or modify.
・Doing so may cause accident or injury. Please contact
distributor or place of purchase for service.
After use, treat with rust preventive and store in dry
location protected from direct sunlight.
・Spindle and Anvil require rust preventive after use toinsure smooth operation.

WORKPIECE
Make sure the part being measured is appropriate.
Use on parts which are not rigid may cause deformation during
measurement or damage to workpiece.

Material must not be easily deformed.
※Depending on size and thickness, soft material such as aluminum or
plastic may deform and measurement will be in error.

HOW TO USE

PREPARATION■Preparing the Gauge
Measuring Gauge sold separately. Please provide a dial gauge orelectronic micrometer with an φ8mm mounting stem.

・Before use, clean the Spindle, Anvil, and Reference
Master with a dry cloth to remove any grease or dirt.

■ Operation
Since this is a comparative measuring instrument, areference part or Master Part with same dimension as theworkpiece is required.

φ8mm

φ8mm

Dial Indicator

Electronic Micrometer■Mounting the Gauge
Insert the Gauge into the Gauge Mounting Hole, and secure bytightening the Clamping Screw with a hex wrench.
The Gauge should be inserted until it contacts and starts to movethe spindle.

Lower the Measurement Lever to open the Gauge, and insert
the Master Part. Slowly return the Lever to pinch the Master
Part and take a measurement. Set the Attached Gauge to 0 atthat position.
Reference Master① Spindle
Ex：Block Gauge

3２ TighteneInsrt

１Gauge2

Set to 0⑦ Meas. Lever・Please use a Gauge with anφ8mm stem diameter.

■Setting the Anvil Position
Turn the Anvil Feed screw to the position required for theworkpiece being measured, and tighten the Lock screw with a hex
wrench to secure.

③ Anvil Feed Screw

１ Press Down

As before with Master Part, measure the Workpiece to take acomparative measurement.

■ Using the optional Snap Gauge StandThe Gauge can be mounted on the (optional) Snap Gauge Standby the Stand Mounting Hole.

Example② Anvil⑩ Stand Mounting HoleTurnSecure

１④ Anvil Lock Screw

Position Master Part

2. Insert the Workpiece to make a comparison⑥ Gauge Clamp Screw

２ Tighten

1. Measure the Master Part.

Snap Gauge Stand
ASD-1 (sold seperately)

CARE & STORAGE AFTER USE■Setting the Work Stop
When using the Work Stop, adjust as required for the workpiecebeing measured and secure by tightening the Clamping Screw
with a hex wrench.
Workpiece● Clean any dirt from the Anvil, Spindle, and main body,and apply rust preventitive oil.
● Store in a cool, dry location.

Protect from moisture and direct sunlight, and unauthorizedusers.

SERVICE

１juAd
st２ Tighten⑧ Work Stop
⑨ Work Stop Clamp Screw● If Instrument is not working properly, or if you have anyquestions, please contact distributor or place of purchase.
● Please note, manufacturer is unable to respond to inquires orprovide service directly. Please contact distributor or place ofpurchase.

SPECIFICATIONS
Range of Motion Weight Parallelism Flatness Repeatabiity Gauge Mount
Model No. Meas. Range
Probe Size
φ2mm L5.5mm（on e side）
ALD-040
380g
0- 35mm
ALD-040W
φ8mm
ALD-4080 35- 75mm
6mm
630g
1μm以下 0.2μm以下 0.5μm以下
φ8mm
φ9mm
0- 70mm
650g
ALD-080
φ11mm
1.78kg
ALD-80150 75-140mm

Niigata Seiki Co., Ltd.
6-15-22, Tsukanome, Sanjo, Niigata, Japan 955-0055
TEL: +81-256-31-5670 FAX: +81-256-39-7730

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