Check Throat Dimensions
Measurement Scale: Inch
The G.A.L. Gage Co. Cat # 14 "Mini Sub" Socket Weld Gauge is an essential precision inspection tool engineered for welders, quality control inspectors, and fabricators. Designed to accurately check socket weld dimensions across all pipe schedules, this compact gauge ensures structural integrity and compliance with rigorous welding codes. Built entirely from heavy-duty stainless steel, it offers exceptional durability and corrosion resistance for demanding industrial environments.
Precision and portability define the Cat # 14 Mini Sub Socket Weld Gauge. Manufactured by G.A.L. Gage Co. and distributed by ABQ Industrial, this tool is specifically calibrated in imperial inches to measure critical weld parameters. It features dual sliding scales with secure locking thumbscrews to ensure precise readings of actual throat dimensions (in 64ths of an inch) and reference marks. Whether working in tight spaces or on routine shop-floor inspections, this pocket-sized gauge delivers reliable, repeatable results that prevent costly weld failures.
Certification
The Cat # 14 Mini Sub Socket Weld 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
- Compact "Mini Sub" Design: Ultra-portable size allows inspectors to easily carry it in a pocket or attach it to a tool belt
- All-Stainless Steel Construction: Rust-resistant and ruggedly built to withstand harsh workshop and field conditions
- Precision Locking Screws: Equipped with knurled thumbscrews to lock measurements in place, eliminating slippage and enhancing accuracy
- Comprehensive Measurements: Quickly checks socket weld throat dimensions, leg length, and fits all pipe schedules
- Easy-to-Read Graduation Scales: Clear, laser-etched markings in 64ths of an inch and reference indicators for rapid verification
Applications
- Socket Weld Inspection: Verification of actual throat dimensions, leg lengths, and fillet weld sizes on socket-welded connections
- Piping Fabrication and Installation: Ensuring proper fit-up and weld sizing across all standard pipe schedules in industrial piping networks
- Oil and Gas Refineries and Petrochemical Plants: Quality control checks for high-integrity piping systems operating under rigorous pressure and temperature standards
- Power Generation Facilities: Inspection of socket-welded joints in auxiliary piping, feed-water, and steam distribution lines
- Pressure Vessels and Piping Systems: Compliance checks for socket welds during construction and maintenance according to ASME and AWS standards
Specifications
| Measuring Range | Inch - Actual throat measurements calibrated in 64ths of an inch |
| Material Composition | Stainless Steel (corrosion-resistant and rugged for harsh field conditions) |
| Manufacturer | G.A.L. Gage Co. |
How to Use
- Preparation: Ensure the weld area is clean, free of slag, spatter, or debris that could obstruct accurate gauge placement
- Checking Throat Dimensions: Place the gauge contact points against the socket weld fillet. Adjust the sliding indicator to align with the actual throat of the weld and read the measurement in 64ths of an inch
- Using the Locking Screw: Tighten the knurled thumbscrew once the correct measurement position is secured to lock the reading in place for easy viewing or documentation
- Verifying Pipe Schedules: Utilize the reference edges and design geometry to check leg lengths and ensure conformity across various pipe schedules
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