Updated Line of Bench ID/OD Gauges
Mahr Inc., a leading provider of dimensional metrology solutions, has announced the launch of its updated MaraMeter 36B line of bench ID/OD gauges. Designed for measuring precision inside and outside diameters directly at the point of manufacture in industries such as bearing production, the enhanced 36B series delivers greater flexibility, improved compatibility with digital readouts, and a streamlined ordering process—while maintaining the rugged performance, accuracy, and reliability that have defined the line for more than 75 years.
The latest updates modernize the platform for today’s digital manufacturing landscape. Customers can now configure gauges to their exact requirements, simplifying the selection process and ensuring faster delivery from stocked inventories. The updated models retain the ranges and configurations of earlier versions, including 2-point measuring ID/OD bench gauges for true diameter (36B-10 and 36B-20) and 3-point measuring ID/OD bench gauges for components with odd lobbing conditions (36B-9 and 36B-19). Each gauge is supplied with a complete set of three jaws featuring adjustable contacts to accommodate different application heights. Optional contacts from Mahr’s 844T portable ID/OD are also available for measuring grooves or gear pitch diameters.
Key features of the MaraMeter 36B line include:
- Easy-to-adjust jaws for setting diameter against a comparative master
- Adjustable retraction and gauging force
- Friction-free reed spring transfer mechanism for optimal repeatability
- Adjustable base allowing 0–90° user operation
A key change in the updated design is that the gauges are now sold without an integrated indicating readout. This modular approach allows users to select the ideal readout for their needs, with compatibility across Mahr Millimess dial and digital comparators as well as Marcator digital indicators. This flexibility provides better application matching while improving availability and responsiveness.
“In today’s manufacturing environment, customers demand gauges that can withstand the harsh environments at the point of manufacture. The Marameter 36B ID/OD bench gaging system has proven its effectiveness in meeting those requirements in both inspection rooms and shop-floor environments for decades,” said Dr. Farzad Azimi, Precision Gage Product Manager at Mahr Inc. “The redesigned and upgraded Marameter 36B measuring systems offer more display flexibility and configuration options from stocked items, making gauging available when it’s needed.”
About Mahr Inc.
When customers are faced with a metrology need, they turn to Mahr Inc. for unmatched industry expertise. Mahr Inc.’s knowledgeable, experienced team has made the company a leader in precision measurement for more than a century.
Mahr Inc., a member of the Mahr Group, has been providing dimensional measurement solutions to fit customer application needs for more than 160 years. The company manufactures and markets a wide variety of dimensional metrology equipment, from simple and easy-to-use handheld gauges to advanced systems for form, contour, surface finish, and length. Mahr Inc. is also well known for custom-designed gauges and provides calibration and contract measurement services. Its calibration laboratories are accredited to ISO/IEC 17025:2005 NVLAP Lab Code 200605-0.
