Value Collection 605-4701 Horizontal Dial Test Indicator

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 605-4701 is a horizontal dial test indicator designed for precise surface and runout measurements in machining, inspection, and fixture-alignment applications. It reads from 0 to 0.03 inches with a graduation of 0.001 inch, providing repeatable short-range measurement on a 0-15-0 balanced dial. The 32mm white dial face gives clear contrast for quick reading under shop lighting. Machinists, toolmakers, and quality-control technicians use this style of indicator when a standard plunger indicator cannot reach a recessed feature or when a low-profile measuring head is required for confined-space work.

Horizontal dial test indicators in this range are commonly used in manual and CNC machine shops, inspection rooms, and production environments where surface parallelism, concentricity, runout, and part seating must be verified. The horizontal lever-style contact arm is suited to checking bores, slots, and surfaces that are difficult to reach with a straight plunger. One contact point with a length of 0.7 inches is included, making the unit ready for immediate use out of the box.

Key Features

• Measurement range of 0 to 0.03 inches for fine, short-stroke inspection work
• 0.001 inch graduation for repeatable, readable precision
• Balanced 0-15-0 dial reading for easy positive and negative deviation detection
• 32mm white dial face for clear contrast in shop environments
• Horizontal indicator style accesses recessed and hard-to-reach surfaces
• One 0.7-inch contact point included — ready to use out of the box

Compatibility

Designed as a standard horizontal dial test indicator compatible with conventional dovetail-style indicator holders, mag-base arms, and dial indicator stands that accept this indicator style and dial diameter.

Installation Notes

Horizontal dial test indicators are mounted by machinists and inspection technicians using a dovetail clamp or equivalent indicator holder. Ensure the machine spindle or work surface is powered down and at rest before indicating any part. Avoid side-loading the contact arm beyond its designed sweep range, as this can damage the lever mechanism. Verify indicator mounting is rigid and free of play before recording measurements.