Balancing Attachment Only 696B 52903
696B Balancing Attachment is furnished with the gage. For certain applications, like turning the crank
under test with the gage in place, the attachment can be adjusted to maintain the face of the indicator
upward or in desired position. To install on a strain gage in use, remove the knurled clamping nut, then the
doweled plate or end strap at either end by the screw. The unit is then positioned over the hubs on two
sides of the indicator head. A spring plunger provides the friction that holds the balance in proper relation
to position. The parts are nickel plated.
The dial indicator movement is approximately 5/32'' (4mm) and with rods and extension, provides a range
from 2 3/8-18'' or 61-458mm. There are 10 rods and one extension furnished. Rods are marked to designate
the approximate overall length of the gage. Indicator has a movable bezel to adjust the dial in relation to the
hand and a non-breakable crystal.
Designed in collaboration with Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection and Insurance Company. It was known as the Hartford Steam Boiler Engine
Strain Gage and is used by their inspectors to check the distortion of engine shafts and frames.