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PEC Tools Mechanical Edge Finder, 1/2" Shank, 0.500" Contact Tip Diameter
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Highlights
- 1/2” Shank x 0.500” Tip: Standard single-end cylindrical contact design that fits common collets, chucks and tool holders. Ideal for most manual and CNC milling setups.
- High-Precision Positioning: Accurately and rapidly locates starting points, working edges, shoulders, and center points for all types of machine work and jig boring.
- Hardened & Precision Ground: Made from high-quality tool steel, fully hardened and ground for long-term accuracy and durability in demanding shop environments.
- Reliable Mechanical Performance: Simple, battery-free operation trusted by machinists for consistent, repeatable results without electronics.
- Trusted Legacy: Backed by PEC Tools' long-standing reputation for delivering reliable, industrial-grade mechanical measuring and setup instruments.
Why You'll Love It
- Quickly locates starting points, working edges, shoulders, and center points on your workpiece
- Standard half-inch shank fits common collets, chucks, and tool holders in shop setups
- Hardened and ground tool steel construction ensures long-term accuracy and durability
- Mechanical design runs completely without batteries or electronic components
- Works reliably across both manual milling machines and CNC setups
Pros
- +Battery-free mechanical design
- +Hardened tool steel build
- +Fits standard half-inch tool holders
- +Works on manual and CNC machines
Cons
- -Single-end contact tip only
- -Limited to half-inch collet setups
Detailed Review
The PEC Tools Mechanical Edge Finder is a dedicated setup instrument designed to locate edges, center points, shoulders, and starting positions on machine work. It solves the everyday challenge of establishing accurate work coordinates on manual mills, CNC machines, and jig borers.
Built from tool steel that is fully hardened and precision ground, this unit provides durable mechanical operation in demanding shop environments. Its 1/2-inch shank and 0.500-inch contact tip fit standard tool holders, chucks, and collets, making installation straightforward on standard milling equipment.
Because the unit relies entirely on mechanical movement, it operates without batteries, wiring, or sensitive digital sensors. However, it features a single-end cylindrical tip rather than a double-ended design, so users requiring different contact diameters will need separate tooling.
Verdict: This edge finder is a dependable choice for machinists who need a straightforward, battery-free locating tool. It suits anyone running manual or CNC setups equipped with standard half-inch collets.
Specifications
- Shank Diameter: 1/2 inch
- Contact Tip Diameter: 0.500 inch
- Design Type: Single-end cylindrical contact
- Material: Hardened and ground tool steel
- Operation: Mechanical (battery-free)
Who Should Buy It
A great fit if you:
- Need to find workpiece edges, shoulders, and center points quickly on a mill.
- Prefer a traditional mechanical tool that does not rely on batteries or electronics.
- Use standard 1/2-inch collets, chucks, or tool holders in your machine spindle.
Consider something else if you:
- Require a double-ended edge finder with multiple tip sizes.
- Operate tooling setups that only accommodate smaller shank diameters.
FAQ
Does this edge finder require batteries?
No, it uses a mechanical design that operates entirely without batteries or electronics.
What size collet or tool holder does this fit?
It features a 1/2-inch shank designed to fit standard 1/2-inch collets, chucks, and tool holders.
Can this tool be used on CNC machines?
Yes, it is designed for both manual milling machines and CNC setups, as well as jig boring.
Product Details
| Brand | PECTools |
| ASIN | B0006J46WI |
