Re: Gap space measurements

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• Subject: Re: Gap space measurements
• From: Jim Lux <jimlux-at-jpl.nasa.gov> (by way of Terry Fritz <terryf-at-verinet-dot-com>)
• Date: Mon, 16 Nov 1998 11:56:02 -0700
• Approved: terryf-at-verinet-dot-com

Tesla List wrote:
> 
> Original Poster: "Adam Parker" <park_e_r-at-hiwaay-dot-net>
> 
> I'm about to build a multiple gap with a spacing of 20mil between each
> cylinder. I figured the best thing for a template would be 20mil sheet
> plastic. Now I'm wondering, does anyone on the list have any standard
> measurement method for exceedingly small spaces?
> 
> Adam

Sheets of paper make good feeler gages, and cheap too. Stack up a 100
sheets, measure the total thickness, etc.

Or, for a real easy solution for under $5, hie thee on down to an auto
parts store and buy a set of feeler gages. Thin strips of metal from
.001 inch on up.
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