Gunner wrote:

A probably really stupid question about dial test indicators.

I stumbled across a minty Lufkin LARGE dial, dial test indicator
(.0001) for $5 the other day. Crystal is good, everything moves
smoothly..but the "pointer" was missing. A customer gave me one that
screws in just fine..but here is the question...and Im blushing to
ask..

How long are the pointers supposed to be? Perhaps Ive had a stroke
or its a case of brain fade..but doesnt the length of the pointer make
a difference as to the actual measurement displayed on the dial?

Length of lever and all that stuff.


The pointer should be long enough to reach your target.
It's similar as your leg length when you walk. If your
legs are too long you stumble, if too short you float.
Fortunately most persons have the right length legs. HTH.
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