Gauge kit

Jan 1st, 1995

Gauge kit

The fiber-optic connector ferrule gauge kit contains four wire gauges in ferrule sizes of 125, 126, 127 and 128 microns. Gauges are color-coded, and accuracy is within 0.25 microns, claims the manufacturer. The gauges are used on all types of fiber-optic connectors.

Metrotek Industries Inc.

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