The J50 fork thickness gauge from Käfer is a high-resolution analogue dial gauge (0.01 mm reading) with a 50 mm deep throat, compliant with the DIN 878 standard, for accurate thickness measurements on a wide range of materials.
- Analogue dial gauge: 0.01 mm reading
- Measuring range: 10 mm
- Throat depth: 50 mm
- Compliant with DIN 878: standardised accuracy
- Lifting device: optional, force 1.2 N
- Contact points: interchangeable (shapes a–e)
- J50/30 version: 30 mm measuring range
The J50 offers a reading of 0.01 mm with a range of 1 mm per revolution and accuracy compliant with the DIN 878 standard. The standard contact point is form c; forms a, b, d or e are available at no extra charge depending on the material.
A version with a lifting device (force 1.2 N, with 0.6 or 2.0 N options) is available, as is the J50/30 version with the range extended to 30 mm. Together 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 |
| Reading | 0.01 mm |
| Measuring range | 10 mm (J50/30 version: 30 mm) |
| Range per revolution | 1 mm |
| Throat depth | 50 mm |
| Bezel diameter | 58 mm |
| Accuracy | to DIN 878 |
| Lifting device | optional (force 1.2 N; 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 J50, its versions and accessories. The article codes will be added as soon as they are available.
Instrument – complete kit
| Part number | Product code | Description |
| — | J50 | Fork thickness gauge, 10 mm range, 50 mm throat |
| — | J50 with lifting device | constant contact force 1.2 N |
| — | J50/30 | 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
A 0.01 mm reading with a 10 mm measuring range, compliant with the DIN 878 standard.
The J50/30 is the same instrument with the measuring range extended to 30 mm.
A version with a lifting device is available (force 1.2 N, with 0.6 or 2.0 N options).
Yes, with the column stand 2.1670.
Contacts & Information
Contact for general information : info@roder.it
Machine Vision Division of RODER : www.rodervision.com
RODER Instruments Division : www.innovacheck.com
More about RODER : about us
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