Standard Metal Thickness Gauge Tool | MTG
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Product Overview
The Standard Metal Thickness Gauge is an essential, precision-machined round measurement tool engineered specifically for identifying the thickness of uncoated sheet iron, plate steel, and structural steel. An indispensable inspection tool for certified automotive collision centres, metal fabricators, and welding professionals, this standalone gauge disc allows technicians to instantly verify metal thickness from Gauge #0 (0.3125 inches) down to Gauge #36 (0.007 inches) without relying on manual conversion charts or delicate digital calipers.
In the automotive collision industry, verifying exact sheet metal thickness is a strict OEM requirement for facility certification programs, most notably meeting the tooling standards for Ford Certified Collision Care (CCC) and OEM structural repair protocols. Built from hardened, corrosion-resistant stainless steel with deeply laser-etched markings, the Gauge 283 withstands daily workshop abuse while ensuring technicians select the exact MIG/MAG welding amperage, resistance spot welding (RSW) settings, and structural patch panels required to restore factory crashworthiness.
Key Features
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OEM Collision Repair Compliance: Meets mandatory tooling and equipment requirements for Ford Certified Collision Care and other major automotive OEM repair network standards for structural steel verification.
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Precision Range (#0 to #36): Features 37 precision-machined perimeter slots covering the complete U.S. Standard Gauge spectrum for iron and steel, ranging from heavy 5/16-inch plate (#0) down to 0.007-inch fine sheet metal (#36).
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Dual-Sided Decimal & Numeral Scales: Clearly marked with standard gauge numbers on one side and their exact decimal-inch equivalents on the reverse for instant, error-free readout during fast-paced assembly and fabrication.
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Permanent Laser-Etched Markings: Deeply engraved characters resist wearing, fading, or rubbing off over time, even with repeated sliding contact against raw, abrasive, or burred metal edges.
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Hardened Stainless Steel Construction: Crafted from premium rust- and corrosion-resistant stainless steel finished with a non-glare satin brush, ensuring structural rigidity and long-term accuracy in harsh body shop environments.
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Compact & Ergonomic Design: Designed with a classic 3.5-inch (89 mm) outer diameter and an internal hanging hole, making it easy to handle with work gloves and convenient to store on tool boards or in technician aprons.
Technical Specifications
| Property | Specification |
| Product Name | Standard Metal Thickness Gauge Tool |
| Tool Pattern / Style | Standard No. 283 Round Sheet Metal Disc Gauge |
| Primary Measurement Standard | U.S. Standard Gauge (USS) |
| Gauge Measurement Range | Gauge #0 to Gauge #36 (37 total slots) |
| Decimal Inch Range | 0.3125 in. (0-Gauge) to 0.007 in. (36-Gauge) |
| Metric Equivalent Range | ~7.93 mm to ~0.18 mm |
| Construction Material | Hardened, corrosion-resistant stainless steel |
| Surface Finish | Brushed / Satin non-glare finish |
| Marking Method | Deep precision laser-etching / engraving |
| Outside Diameter | 3.5 inches (~88.9 mm) |
| OEM Program Compliance | Ford Certified Collision Care (CCC) / Assured Performance |
Ideal Use Cases & Applications
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Ford & OEM Collision Repair: Essential for body shop technicians verifying the gauge of structural panels, frame rails, floor pans, and B-pillars prior to sectioning or welding, ensuring full compliance with OEM repair procedures.
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MIG/TIG & Resistance Spot Welding: Allows welders to accurately identify steel sheet thickness to calibrate heat input, voltage, wire feed speed, and electrode clamping pressure, preventing burn-through or weak, cold welds.
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Metal Fabrication & Quality Control: Perfect for incoming material inspection in machine shops and fabrication bays to verify that delivered steel sheet and plate stock matches exact architectural or engineering blueprints.
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Automotive Restoration: Highly useful for custom builders and restoration specialists matching patch panels and aftermarket body tubs to original vintage automotive steel tolerances.