The J100 fork thickness gauge from Käfer is a high-resolution analogue dial gauge (0.01 mm reading) with a 100 mm deep throat and a lifting device, compliant with the DIN 878 standard.
- Analogue dial gauge: 0.01 mm reading
- Measuring range: 10 mm
- Throat depth: 100 mm
- Compliant with DIN 878: standardised accuracy
- Lifting device: force 1.2 N ±20%
- Contact points: interchangeable (shapes a–e)
- J100/30 version: 30 mm measuring range
The J100 offers a reading of 0.01 mm and a 100 mm deep throat. The lifting device, positioned above the dial gauge, applies a constant contact force of 1.2 N ±20% that is independent of the operator. Accuracy compliant with DIN 878.
The standard contact point is form c, with forms a, b, d or e available at no extra charge. The J100/30 version, with the range extended to 30 mm, is also available. With the column stand 2.1670 it can be used as a bench instrument.
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Technical characteristics
| Feature | Value |
| Instrument type | Fork thickness gauge with analogue dial gauge and lifting device |
| Reading | 0.01 mm |
| Measuring range | 10 mm (J100/30 version: 30 mm) |
| Range per revolution | 1 mm |
| Throat depth | 100 mm |
| Bezel diameter | 58 mm |
| Accuracy | to DIN 878 |
| Contact force | 1.2 N ±20% (0.6 / 2.0 N on request) |
| Standard contact point | shape c |
| Optional contact points | shapes a, b, d or e |
Part numbers, accessories and spare parts
Order codes for the J100 and its accessories. The article codes will be added as soon as they are available.
Instrument – complete kit
| Part number | Product code | Description |
| — | J100 | Fork thickness gauge, 10 mm range, 100 mm throat, with lifting device |
| — | J100/30 | 30 mm measuring range |
Accessories
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Part number
Product code
Description
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Contact points (shapes a, b, c, d, e)
Interchangeable contact points to suit different materials; form c as standard, forms a/b/d/e at no extra charge
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2.1670 column stand
Stand that converts the handheld thickness gauge into a bench instrument
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Replacement dial gauge
Replacement dial gauge, supplied without contact point
Technical documentation
| Document | Type |
| Käfer fork thickness gauge catalogue (metric) | Catalogue (PDF) |
Frequently asked questions
100 mm, with a 0.01 mm reading and a 10 mm measuring range.
Yes, the accuracy complies with the DIN 878 standard.
1.2 N ±20% thanks to the lifting device (0.6 or 2.0 N on request).
Yes, the J100/30 version with a 30 mm measuring range.
Contacts & Information
Contact for general information : info@roder.it
Machine Vision Division of RODER : www.rodervision.com
RODER Instruments Division : www.innovacheck.com
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