Drill & Point Geometry Inspection Gages
Precision inspection solutions for self-drilling, thread-forming, and specialty fastener point geometries.
Universal Fastener Gages provides inspection systems designed to verify drill point angle, flute geometry, point length, and tip symmetry for performance-critical fasteners.
What Is Drill & Point Geometry Inspection?
Drill and point geometry directly affects:
- Drill performance
- Material penetration
- Chip evacuation
- Torque requirements
- Pull-out strength
- Assembly consistency
Inspection ensures the fastener performs as designed in production environments.
What Features Are Inspected?
Typical drill and point geometry inspection focuses on:
- Drill Point Angle
- Point Length
- Flute Depth
- Cutting Edge Symmetry
- Web Thickness
- Tip Concentricity
- Overall Drill Geometry
Types of Gaging Solutions
Inspection solutions can be configured based on your production requirements, including:
- Optical inspection systems
- Mechanical GO / NO-GO geometry gages
- Profile projection inspection
- Custom point geometry fixtures
- Comparator-based inspection solutions
- Digital measurement systems
If you don’t yet have defined product SKUs here, this page can function as a capability overview.
Applications
Drill and point geometry inspection is commonly used for:
- Self-drilling construction screws
- Sheet metal screws
- Structural fasteners
- Aerospace drill-point screws
- Automotive body fasteners
- Industrial anchoring systems
Why Point Geometry Matters
Incorrect drill geometry can cause:
- Premature tool wear
- Incomplete penetration
- Excess torque
- Stripped threads
- Assembly rejection
- Field failures
This reinforces why inspection is critical for performance-critical fasteners.
Need Help Verifying Drill Point Geometry?
Send us your fastener sample or drawing and our engineering team will recommend the appropriate inspection solution.