The Cat # Railroad Step Gauge by G.A.L. Gage Company is an essential precision inspection tool engineered specifically for railway maintenance and welding personnel. Designed to be used in conjunction with an Adjustable Straight Edge, this gauge simplifies crowning rail ends and calibration procedures, ensuring flawless rail weld alignment every time.
Manufactured from high-grade stainless steel with a glare-resistant finish, the Railroad Step Gauge is built for durability and precision in rugged field environments. It features clear, easy-to-read markings divided into two distinct subsets—one for pre-calibration and one for finished dimensions. Built in strict accordance with the standards of the American Association of Railroads (AAR), this tool eliminates guesswork, reduces material waste, and significantly improves operational efficiency during rail joint welding and surfacing.
Certification
The Cat # Railroad Step Gauge can be certified. The certification is not included in the base price and is available at an additional cost. Just add it to cart if your quality control or compliance standards require it.
Features
- Dual-Subset Markings: Clearly separated graduations for pre-calibration and finished dimensions
- Glare-Resistant Stainless Steel: Prevents eye strain under direct sunlight and withstands harsh industrial work conditions
- Precision Engineering: Designed in accordance with American Association of Railroads (AAR) guidelines
- Cost-Effective Operation: Reduces rework, saves welding material, and cuts down alignment time
- User-Friendly Design: Straightforward application that eliminates guesswork for welding personnel
Applications
- Railway Track Maintenance and Construction: Ensuring proper alignment and smooth transitions during rail end crowning and rebuilding operations
- Rail Joint Welding and Surfacing: Verifying pre-calibration and finished dimensions to eliminate guesswork during welding
- Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Inspection: Assisting welding personnel and inspectors in maintaining strict dimensional tolerances before and after procedures
- Railroad Maintenance-of-Way (MOW) Operations: An indispensable tool for track inspectors, welding engineers, and quality control technicians ensuring structural integrity and safety compliance
Specifications
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Scale Type | Inch Only |
| Manufacturer | G.A.L. Gage Co. |
How to Use
- Preparation: Ensure the rail end and surrounding weld area are clean and free of debris or slag
- Setup: Position your Adjustable Straight Edge across the rail joint or crown area following standard railway maintenance procedures
- Pre-Calibration: Place the Railroad Step Gauge against the rail using the pre-calibration markings to verify initial gap heights and step tolerances prior to welding
- Welding and Buildup: Perform the weld buildup or crowning procedure with precision
- Post-Calibration / Final Inspection: Use the finished dimensions subset on the gauge to check the final height and alignment against AAR standards, ensuring a smooth and compliant transition
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