Linda

We make gauges from hardened steel gauge plate. Take a piece about 20mm wide
X 40mm high x 3mm thick then grind out a section from the middle of one
(20mm wide) end the same depth as the max. lead length required, and about
3/4 of the width of the end. Chamfer or radius the outside edges on this
ground end a little to avoid damaging anything it cones into contact with.
You can them place this end squarely on the PCB and run over the protruding
lead ends. If it clears the ground out area then it is acceptable.

Making the gauge from hardened steel gauge plate means a nice accurate
gauge. Also it will not wear too quickly.

Hope this makes sense.

Regards,



===== Original Message from [log in to unmask] (TechNet E-Mail Forum.) at
29/10/03 14:43
>Technetters,
>
>What type of measuring device do you use to check proper lead length? We
>need something to measure .030 on production line. We are currently using 6
>inch. Metal ruler but need something a little more accurate.
>
>Thanks for any suggestions.
>
>Linda
>
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Senior Process Eng
ACW Technology Ltd
Dinas Isaf West
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