Gardco, a distributor, producer, and designer of physical and inspection instruments for the paint, coatings, and related industries, offers the latest evolution of its Fineness of Grind Gage line, engineered for accuracy, durability, and long-term performance across industries that require consistent dispersion control.
Used worldwide in the production and quality assurance of paints, inks, plastics, pigments, ceramics, pharmaceuticals, food products, and more, the Fineness of Grind Gage line provides a fast, reliable indication of grind quality and the presence of oversized particles or agglomerates in liquid dispersions.
This straightforward system allows operators to quickly verify grind quality at a glance.
“Quality control teams depend on precision,” says James Fusco, Product Manager at Gardco. “Our Fineness of Grind Gages provide fast, consistent, and reliable measurements, helping manufacturers maintain standards, optimize production, and ensure confidence in every result.”
Each gage is crafted from high-quality ANSI 440C corrosion-resistant stainless steel, ensuring long service life even under demanding industrial conditions.
Key features include:
- Dual and single channel groove design for maximum measurement flexibility
- Graduated groove depth ranging from maximum depth to zero for a clear indication of particle presence.
- Available in many scales: Mil, Micron, NPIRI, Hegman, North scale, and Peanut Butter Gauge (PB-20)
- Different path length options for varied application needs
- Includes grind block, scraper (2514), and storage case
- Certification is available
Whether monitoring raw material consistency, verifying milling efficiency, or assessing finished product quality, the Fineness of Grind Gage line gives operators the confidence needed in their measurements with an immediate snapshot of dispersion health, helping prevent costly rework, waste, and product failure.
Automation is also available with the TIDAS Hegman Gauge Analyzer and the Little Joe Automatic drawdown machine for your Grind gauges.
Visit https://www.gardco.com/Products/Dispersion-and-Lab-Mixers/c/18641#20963
