What Are Feeler Gauges Used For?

A feeler gauge is a hand-held tool used for measuring gap widths between two objects that are close together.

They are extremely popular with mechanical engineers as they require a very accurate clearance description between two parts where a caliper or tape measure would not be able to fit.

The feeler gauge tool itself consists of a variety of small lengths of steel (known as blades) of different thicknesses which have size measurements marked along each piece. 

Note:

You should always follow vehicle manual or part specifications to prevent damage.

What is the difference between feeler gauges and other measuring tools?

Feeler gauges provides the user with a visual clue of how wide a gap is as it physically fills the gap with it's metal blade.

Teng Tools Feeler Gauge

Here at Teng Tools we stock a professional quality 20 blade feeler gauge set which features a removable nickel plated spring, steel conical blades and a locking nut. It's measurement range is 0.05mm to 1.00mm.

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