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The Starrett Series 711 Last Word dial test indicator has a balanced dial, a swiveling body, and inch measurements. The horizontal-face dial test indicator has a hard, chrome-plated, steel ratchet contact point for taking precise measurements in machining, layout, and inspection work. The carbide, ball-contact tip reaches into the workpiece for accurate measurements of turned, milled, and ground parts, and for tool setting gauges, fixtures, and inspections. It has a balanced dial and a white face with half-yellow shading for accurate reading when used with a mirror or in a bore jig application. The positive reversing switch changes the reading direction. The indicator has a swiveling tubular body that can be mounted from the top or the body of the indicator using a body clamp, friction holder, or shank. The indicator has a jeweled lever action for smooth operation, and a replaceable contact point. This dial test indicator meets or exceeds accuracy and performance requirements of national and international standards, and is traceable to the United States National Institutes of Standards and Technology (NIST). The indicator includes a body clamp, three interchangeable contact points (0.9mm, 1.6mm, and 3mm), a universal friction holder with a shank, a universal shank with a long and short arm, a double-jointed attachment, a height gage attachment, a surface gage attachment, a coupling with a 3/16 inch (4.8mm) hole, and a storage box.
Dial readings with three digits, such as 0-10-0, signify that the indicator has a balanced dial. Dial readings with two digits, such as 0-100, indicate that the dial has a continuous dial. Balanced dials are used to read the difference from a specific surface reference point. Continuous dials are used for direct readings and usually have a larger measurement range than balanced dials.
Dial indicators are also called dial gauges, dial calipers, and probe indicators. These precision measuring tools are used to accurately measure small linear distances and object sizes. The dial magnifies the measurement so that it can more easily be read by the human eye. Frequently used in manufacturing, laboratories, and other industrial or mechanical fields, dial indicators are used anywhere a small measurement must be found and recorded or transferred, such as checking the variation in tolerance of a workpiece. Standard dial indicators measure the displacement along the axis of the indicator. Dial test indicators are very similar to dial indicators, except that the axis of measurement is perpendicular to the axis of the indicator. Dial and dial test indicators can be analog, with a mechanical dial, or electronic, with a digital display. Some electronic models transfer the data electronically to a computer for recording and potential manipulation.
The L.S. Starrett Company manufactures precision measuring tools, metrology and testing equipment, and saw blade products. The company was founded in 1880 and is headquartered in Athol, MA.
What’s in the Box?
- Starrett 711LCSZ inch dial test indicator
- Body clamp
- Interchangeable contact points (0.9mm, 1.6mm, and 3mm)
- Universal friction holder with shank
- Universal shank with long and short arm
- Double-jointed attachment
- Height gage attachment
- Surface gage attachment
- Coupling with 3/16" (4.8mm) hole
- Storage box
From the Manufacturer
These handy test indicators are among the most versatile available.
Carl E. Friberg
Reviewed in the United States on August 17, 2019
The dial is small
For Whom the Bell Tolls
Reviewed in the United States on January 1, 2014
I'm going to a machinist school. I had to replace the gauge that the school sold, decided to do it right and I Love this gauge. It is vastly better then the gauge I had before.
C. Cartwright
Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2013
I have several indicators, but this is the one I seem to use. Size, ease of use, reliability and accuracy, are,I think, the reasons this is the first indicator I reach for. It is a little more expensive, but I have some Starrett tools I've used for 30+ years. A reliable product, it just does what it's supposed to do.
ToolMan
Reviewed in the United States on December 17, 2013
Great stuff from Starrett - as usual. Now I know why they never stopped making it. Simple to use and very accurate. Adjustable arms don't move when positioned. Great for vise indication and many other tasks. The indicator dial is easy to read - no complaints here.
Curious Yellow
Reviewed in the United States on May 24, 2012
This has to be one of the most useful indicators ever made. It's amazingly small and versatile. If you think you need one of these, you will not go wrong here, and it will probably become something you use all the time. It can be adjusted to indicate in all sorts of directions, and the lever action can also be toggled. It's an incredible little object of engineering. Beyond impressed.
Kindle Customer
Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2012
I'm sure the above statement will bring the trolls, but that is my opinion.If you're a machinist already, you probably have at least 5 of these already and why are you reading this? You know what you like and what works for you.For those new to machining: yes, it is expensive but if this is what you earn money with, it's worth the investment. If you're a hobbyist, then you will most likely not need something this accurate. Well taken care of, these things will last longer than you.It shipped pretty quickly, and arrived in fine shape.
Paul J. Ste Marie
Reviewed in the United States on September 9, 2011
This is a great indicator for small-scale machining. It comes with a full range of attachments that allow you to mount it in the mill spindle and tool posts of micro lathes and mills such as the Taig. It's very easy to square up your work, sweep the maill table to ensure the mill column is perpendicular, and any number of other alignment tasks.
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