ET-7000 Series

Ex ternal Thread Taper Gage

OP ER ATI ON M ANUAL
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Contents
Introduction
Technical Support 5
Product Information and Updates 5

Parts List 6

Setup Procedures
Setting Up the ET-7000 Gage 7
Adjusting the ET-7000 Gage 9

Operating Procedures
Inspecting Parts 11

Care and Maintenance

Replacing the Indicator 14
Maintenance Tips 15
Warranty Information 15

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Congratulations! Your decision to purchase a Gagemaker product above all others on the market
demonstrates your confidence in our quality and workmanship.

To ensure the high performance and operation of our product, we urge you to use the included reference
materials. They contain important information for proper setup and use of the equipment. Also, we
recommend that you follow the care and maintenance tips in this manual to keep the equipment working
in top condition.

If your questions have not been addressed in our reference materials, contact your local
representative or a customer service representative at 713-472-7360.

Introduction
The ET-7000 series of gages inspect variations in connection taper of external threads ranging from
0”-24”. Each model covers a specific range of connection sizes, making the ET-7000 gages very
versatile and economical.

The ET-7000 gages use precision contact points that seat in the thread of the part during inspection.
The gage’s indicator reports actual measurement readings. Each set of contact points is
interchangeable to allow measuring different thread forms. Contact point diameters are manufactured
to tolerances of +.0002”. The pitch of the thread and type of thread form determine the diameter of the
contact points required for taking measurements (refer to the table for API Threads in the Setup
Procedures section of this manual).

The ET-7000 gage requires no setting master to inspect parts. The contact points are seated in the
threads of the part and the gage is properly positioned by sweeping to obtain the largest indicator
reading. Taking measurements in two different locations along the length of the thread will detect any
variations in taper.

Technical Support

Phone: 713-472-7360
Hours: Monday – Friday 8AM – 5PM (CST)

Product Information and Updates

Visit our web site at: www.gagemaker.com

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Parts List
Take some time to become familiar with all the parts that make up the ET-7000 gages by
reviewing the labeled diagram below. The part names are important for understanding the
operating instructions.

4 2

5
3

11

10

9 12

Item Description Part Number Qty

1 Gage body rails (Model 7001) 4-1-724 3
1 (Models 7002, 7003) 4-1-725 3
1 (Models 7004, 7005) 4-1-726 3
1 (Models 7006, 7007) 4-1-727 3
2 Indicator retraction lever 21AZB151 1
3 Indicator binder nut/cap screw 4-0-310 / #6-32 x .312 1
4 Indicator (Models 7001, 7002, 7004, 7006) 862L 1
4 (Models 7003, 7005, 7007) 882L 1
5 Indicator bezel clamp 21RZA065 1
6 Upper arm assembly 4-0-751 1
7 Upper contact point T072 1
8 Locking cap screws ¼-20 x .625 2
9 Washers ¼” FW 2
10 Rail clamps 4-0-762 2
11 Lower contact point T072 1
12 Lower arm assembly 4-0-755 1

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Set Up Procedures

Setting Up the ET-7000 Gage

Materials Needed:

 ET-7000 taper gage  Calipers

 Contact points (2)  Paper clip

Setting up the IT-6000 gage, involves installing the proper size contact points for the application (refer to
the table below for selecting the proper model contact point for API threads).

API Threads
Contact Point Contact Point
Connection Type Pitch
Diameter Model Number
Hughes Slim Line H-90 3 0.235” T235
All Hughes H-90 3½ 0.200” T200
API Rotary Shouldered Connections 4 0.144” T144
API Rotary Shouldered Connections 4½ 0.128” T128
API Rotary Shouldered Connections 5 0.115” T115
API Rotary Shouldered Connections 6 0.096” T096
Buttress Casing - Taper 5 0.090” T090
API Tubing, Casing and Line Pipe 8 0.072” T072
API Tubing and Line Pipe 10 0.057” T057
API Line Pipe 11 ½ 0.050” T050

1. Determine the size of contact points to be

used, by the pitch of the thread and type of
connection being inspected.

2. Using calipers, verify the size of the contact

point.

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Setting Up the ET-7000 Gage (continued)

3. Install the contact point into the upper arm and

another into the lower arm and tighten.

Do not use pliers to tighten the contact

! points, as damage may result

4. Once installed, insert a paper clip into the hole

in each contact point and tighten.

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Adjusting the ET-7000 Gage

Materials Needed:

 ET-7000 taper gage  3/16” hex wrench

 Part

1. Use a 3/16” hex wrench to loosen the

capscrews on the lower arm.

2. Slide the lower arm of the ET-7000 gage open

enough to fit over the part.

3. Seat the lower contact point into the first

perfect thread of the part.

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Adjusting the ET-7000 Gage (continued)

4. Adjust the lower arm to seat the upper contact

point in the same thread of the part.

5. Continue to slide the lower arm until the

indicator shows one revolution of preload.

6. Press the indicator retraction lever to remove

gage from part.

7. Tighten the lower arm cap screws.

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Operating Procedures

Inspecting Parts

Materials Needed:

 ET-7000 taper gage  Ruler

 Part  Inspection report
 Marking pen

1. Using a marking pen, draw an axis line

perpendicular to the threads on the part.

2. Draw one half revolution on the threads,

starting at the first perfect thread. Draw
another line 1” back from the first thread.

This step ensures that you place the contact

points in the same helical path during
inspection.

3. Loosen the indicator bezel and seat the lower

contact point into the first marked thread and
seat the upper contact point into the same
thread.

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Inspecting Parts (continued)

4. Using the lower contact point as the pivot

point, sweep the gage from side to side to
obtain the largest indicator reading.

5. Adjust the indicator bezel to align the needle

with zero.

6. Press the indicator retraction lever to remove

gage from part.

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Inspecting Parts (continued)

7. Move to the gage to the second marked thread

and sweep the upper contact point to obtain the
largest indicator reading and determine if the
part is within tolerance.

8. Record findings on the Inspection Report.

9. Verify repeatability of the gage periodically.

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Care and Maintenance

Replacing the Indicator

Materials Needed:

• ET-7000 taper gage • 7/64” hex wrench

• Indicator

1. Using a 7/64” hex wrench, loosen the cap

screw on the upper arm assembly.

2. Remove the indicator from the upper arm.

3. Insert the new indicator into the upper arm and

tighten the cap screw.

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Maintenance Tips

 Keep all unprotected metal surfaces coated with light oil.

 Avoid dropping the gage or subjecting it to any vibration or impact.
 Keep the gage dry and away from any machine coolant spray.
 Do not force the movement of any of the mechanical parts. The mechanics are designed to move
freely.
 Keep the indicator face clean.

Warranty Information

Gagemaker warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal
operating conditions for 12 months from the date of shipment. This warranty is limited to repairing, or at
Gagemaker’s option, replacing any product which is proven to have been defective at the time it was
shipped and/or suffered damage during shipping; provided buyer has given Gagemaker written notice of
any such claimed defect within 15 days of receipt. Any defective product must be properly packed and
shipped to the Gagemaker factory in Pasadena, Texas USA. This warranty applies to all products when
used in a normal industrial environment. Any unauthorized tampering, misuse or neglect will make this
warranty null and void. Under no circumstances will Gagemaker or any affiliate have any liabilities for
loss or for any indirect or consequential damages. The foregoing warranties are in lieu of all other
warranties expressed or implied, including but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability
and fitness for a particular purpose.

Products Requiring Repair or Calibration Return Process

1. Prior to sending any products to Gagemaker, please call 713-472-7360 and request a Returned
Material Authorization (RMA) number from Sales.

2. Include a Purchase Order or work instructions with the returned product.

3. Return to: Gagemaker LP

712 East Southmore Ave.
Pasadena, TX 77502-110

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