Hexalobular (TX) Drive Penetration Inspection System
1180 Series TX Penetration Gage
The Universal Punch 1180 Series TX Penetration Gage provides a fast, accurate, and repeatable method for verifying penetration depth in 6-lobe (TX) fastener drive systems.
Designed for production floor inspection, this system supports digital indicators for SPC data output and is traceable to N.I.S.T. for quality assurance environments.
FOR MEASURING HEXALOBULAR (TX) DRIVE SYSTEMS (ISO 10664 STANDARD)
Engineered for At-Machine Drive Verification
Universal Punch TX penetration gages are engineered to verify drive depth and geometry for hexalobular fasteners directly within production environments.
TX Drive Penetration Depth
Hexalobular Geometry Verification
SPC Compatible Digital Output
Production Floor Inspection
Driver Engagement Monitoring
N.I.S.T. Traceable Masters
Inspection Capabilities
TX Drive Penetration Depth
Drive Engagement
Drive Geometry Compatibility
Functional Recess Verification
SPC Digital Measurement
Process Monitoring
Typical Applications
- Aerospace Fastener Inspection
- Medical Screw Manufacturing
- Automotive Fastener QC
- Driver Compatibility Testing
- Incoming Inspection
- Production Monitoring
- SPC Process Control
Accessories & Components
1180-00 — TX Penetration Gage Frame
1180-10 — TX Drive Probes
543-683 — Digital Indicator w/SPC Output
905-338 — SPC Connecting Cable
264-503 — Digital Miniprocessor Recorder
Quality & Certification Compatibility
Universal Punch TX penetration gages are designed to support aerospace, medical, and automotive quality assurance environments. All measurement equipment and gaging masters are directly traceable to N.I.S.T. and may be supplied with certification documentation. Calibration procedures conform to ISO/IEC 17025 where applicable.