An angle gauge is a tool used to determine the angle of a workpiece, allowing for replication of angles in production runs. It is useful in metalworking, manufacturing, and plumbing. Angle gauges typically use a bubble level and pointer needle on a grid, but there are also automated meters with numeric readouts and memory chips for recalling measurements.
An angle gauge is a device used to determine the angle of a given work piece. This can be a wall or a railing, and even a staircase. The angle gauge is also used in metalworking and manufacturing. It allows the worker to replicate any given angle in a production run. Creating precise angles allows for a consistent and uniform fit when building two or more pieces in a single assembly.
Angle gauges typically use a bubble level and pointer needle on a grid. By placing the measuring tape on the workpiece, the needle will indicate the angle of the piece in degrees. If the piece in question is 45 degrees, the builder can then replicate the 45 degree angle on a piece on the workbench that will fit perfectly when positioned with the original.
The angle gauge is also a handy tool when creating new plumbing fixtures. By using the angle gauge on plumbing pipes, the builder can ensure adequate flow or drainage and build all pipes at the same angle. The angle finder is also useful for finding a slow drain by checking the angles of all existing pipes. Any drain line below the required angle can usually be replaced.
Often when installing a water line, the use of an angle gauge will ensure adequate line drop to allow for proper drainage in the winter time. A waterline that is full of water or holds water at a low point will be prone to freezing and cracking in the winter time. An angle gauge can show any changes in line travel and allow for repair to eliminate run deviation.
While many angle meters are simply gravity operated, there are automated meters that use batteries and have actual numeric readouts that show angle in degrees. These are particularly useful in low light areas where it can become difficult to read a pointer needle on a grid. These meters are also useful in hard to reach areas.
An added benefit of the motorized angle gauge is the ability to recall a previously measured angle. Many of the power angle meter designs allow the user to program the measurements into its memory chip and recall them later. When measuring multiple angles, this feature saves time and money and eliminates the need for pen and paper to record all measurements.
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