Mituotyo
Mitutoyo 050103, Edge/Center Finder, 3/8" Diameter Shank, 0.200" Diameter Tip
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Highlights
- Used in a milling machine to find the workpiece edge
- All working surfaces are hardened and ground
- Centerfinder end is used to find hole centers, and aline the spindle with a punch mark or scribed line
- Country of origin: United States
Why You'll Love It
- Locate workpiece edges accurately when setting up jobs on a milling machine
- Dual-ended design finds hole centers and aligns spindles to punch marks or scribed lines
- Hardened and ground working surfaces provide reliable contact and accurate positioning
- Standard 3/8-inch diameter shank fits standard milling machine tool holders and collets
- Equipped with a 0.200-inch diameter tip for precise reference measurements
- Manufactured in the United States to strict machining tool standards
Pros
- +Dual-ended edge and center finder design
- +Hardened and ground working surfaces
- +Standard 3/8-inch diameter shank
- +Precise 0.200-inch diameter tip
- +Made in the United States
Cons
- -Specific to milling machine setups
- -Requires manual spindle alignment
Detailed Review
The Mitutoyo 050103 Edge/Center Finder is a dedicated milling machine setup tool designed to help machinists quickly locate work edges and center points. Featuring a 3/8-inch diameter shank and a 0.200-inch diameter tip, it fits right into standard milling holders to assist in basic part layout and coordinate location.
This tool serves double duty during machine setup. One end functions as an edge finder to establish reference points against the edge of a workpiece, while the centerfinder end helps find hole centers and aligns the machine spindle directly over punch marks or scribed layout lines. All working surfaces are fully hardened and ground to maintain structural consistency and precise contact during spindle rotation.
Because it is a purely mechanical alignment device made in the United States, it relies on standard milling practices rather than digital readouts or electronic sensors. Machinists needing different shank sizes or non-standard tip dimensions will need to look at alternative sizing options, as this model is specifically configured with a 3/8-inch shank and a 0.200-inch tip.
Verdict: The Mitutoyo 050103 is a practical, durable setup tool for machinists who need to quickly locate workpiece edges, hole centers, and scribed marks on a milling machine.
Who Should Buy It
A great fit if you:
- Operate a milling machine and need to locate workpiece edges quickly
- Need to align your spindle over center punch marks or scribed lines
- Use tool holders or collets that accept a 3/8-inch shank
- Prefer tools made in the United States with hardened, ground surfaces
Consider something else if you:
- Require a tool with a shank size other than 3/8 inch
- Need an electronic or digital edge detection system
FAQ
What are the shank and tip dimensions for this tool?
The tool features a 3/8-inch diameter shank and a 0.200-inch diameter tip.
What tasks can the centerfinder end perform?
The centerfinder end is used to locate hole centers and align the machine spindle with a punch mark or scribed line.
Where is this edge finder manufactured?
This product is manufactured in the United States.
Product Details
| Brand | Mituotyo |
| ASIN | B002SG7PPM |
