Install the 5mm shank into a collet (ER11, ER16, or ER20). Tighten firmly but do not over-torque. Spin the spindle by hand and visually check for wobble. If the tip vibrates, reseat the collet.
Buy this tool if:
Do not buy this tool if:
Issue: The tip does not "kick" even when touching the part.
Issue: The kick happens too early.
Issue: The tip wobbles visually at speed.
Injection mold cavities have deep ribs and cores. A ruby-tipped SW Finder 52 Top can scan vertical walls with minimal shank interference (the shaft diameter is typically 2.5–3mm, leaving 0.5mm clearance around a 4mm ball). This is critical for detecting undercuts or draft angle errors. sw finder 52 top
Aerospace brackets and bulkheads often feature pockets with high aspect ratios (depth vs. width). The 52mm length allows a single stylus to measure multiple planes inside a pocket, reducing probe changes. The "Top" material rating ensures no scratching of anodized aluminum or soft titanium alloys.
To ensure your SW Finder 52 Top remains a precision instrument for years, follow these tips: Install the 5mm shank into a collet (ER11, ER16, or ER20)
High-end mechanical finders often detect an edge sooner than budget electronic units. The SW Finder 52 Top uses a jeweled bearing mechanism that deflects with less than 10 grams of pressure, ensuring you do not mar delicate workpiece surfaces.