GAUGE

DESIGNING
ASSIGNMENT II

QAIM HASSAN | 20PWMEC4995

QUAILTY ENGINEERING| SUBMITTED TO : PROF. ABDUL SHAKOOR
Gauge Designing:
Gauge designing involves creating a device that can measure or indicate a physical quantity,
such as temperature, pressure, or distance. The process of designing a gauge typically involves
the following steps:
1. Define the requirements: The first step in gauge designing is to define the requirements of the
gauge. This includes determining the physical quantity that needs to be measured, the range
of values that the gauge needs to be able to measure, and any accuracy requirements.
2. Choose the measurement technology: Once the requirements have been defined, the next step
is to choose the measurement technology. For example, a temperature gauge could use a
thermocouple, a resistance temperature detector (RTD), or a thermistor.
3. Design the sensor: The sensor is the part of the gauge that actually measures the physical
quantity. This involves designing the physical structure of the sensor and choosing the
appropriate materials.
4. Design the signal conditioning circuitry: The signal conditioning circuitry is responsible for
amplifying, filtering, and processing the signal from the sensor. This circuitry is designed to
ensure that the gauge provides accurate and reliable measurements.
5. Design the display: The display is the part of the gauge that shows the measurement to the
user. This could be a simple mechanical dial, a digital display, or a more complex graphical
display.
6. Prototype and test: Once the gauge has been designed, it needs to be prototyped and tested to
ensure that it meets the requirements. This involves building a physical prototype of the
gauge and testing it under a range of conditions.
7. Manufacture and distribute: Once the gauge has been tested and validated, it can be
manufactured and distributed to customers. This involves setting up a production line and
ensuring that each gauge is manufactured to the same high standards.

System of Fits And Tolerance:

The system of fits and tolerances is a set of standards that are used in engineering to specify the
allowable deviations in size and form of mechanical parts. The system is based on the concept of
fits, which are the various combinations of the maximum and minimum limits of size for mating
parts, and tolerances, which are the allowable variations in size and form. The system of fits and
tolerances is used to ensure that mechanical parts fit together properly and function as intended.
It provides a way to control the manufacturing process and ensure that parts are made to the
correct specifications. The system is standardized by various international organizations, such as
ISO (International Organization for Standardization) and ANSI (American National Standards
Institute), which provide guidelines and standards for the design, manufacture, and inspection of
mechanical parts. There are several types of fits and tolerances that can be specified, depending
on the application and requirements of the part. Some of the most common types of fits include:

Clearance fit: This is a fit between two parts where the maximum size of one part is smaller
than the minimum size of the other part. This type of fit allows for a small amount of clearance
between the parts.
Interference fit: This is a fit between two parts where the maximum size of one part is larger
than the minimum size of the other part. This type of fit requires force or pressure to be applied
to fit the parts together.

Transition fit: This is a fit between two parts where the maximum size of one part is equal to
the minimum size of the other part. This type of fit can be used for parts that require both
clearance and interference.

Go- and Not- Go Gauge:

Go and No-Go gauges are types of fixed limit gauges used in manufacturing and engineering to
ensure the dimensions of a manufactured part meet the required specifications. They are used to
check if a part is within the acceptable range of tolerance or not. A Go gauge is designed to
check whether the measured dimension of a part falls within the acceptable range of tolerance. It
has a fixed minimum and maximum limit for the dimension being checked. If the part being
checked passes through the Go gauge and is within the maximum and minimum limits, it is
considered acceptable and can move on to the next stage of production. On the other hand, a No-
Go gauge is designed to check whether the measured dimension of a part falls outside the
acceptable range of tolerance. It also has a fixed minimum and maximum limit, but these limits
are set wider than those of the Go gauge. If the part being checked does not pass through the No-
Go gauge and is outside the maximum and minimum limits, it is considered unacceptable and
must be rejected. Together, the Go and No-Go gauges provide a quick and reliable method for
checking the dimensions of manufactured parts. They can be used in various manufacturing
processes, such as drilling, milling, and turning, to ensure that the parts being produced meet the
required specifications.

Designing Go and No-Go Gauges Using System of Fits and Tolerance:

Let's consider a simple example where we need to manufacture a shaft with a diameter of 20
mm, and we want to design a Go and No-Go gauge to ensure that the shaft is within the specified
tolerance limits.
First, we need to determine the required tolerance for the shaft diameter. Let's say that the
required tolerance is +/- 0.05 mm. This means that the acceptable range of diameters for the shaft
is between 19.95 mm and 20.05 mm.
Using the system of fits and tolerances, we can select the appropriate fit for our application. In
this case, a clearance fit may be suitable since we want the shaft to be able to move freely
through the gauge. Based on the acceptable range of diameters for the shaft, we can select a fit
that allows for a clearance of 0.1 mm.
We can then design the Go and No-Go gauges based on this fit. The Go gauge should have a
diameter of 20.05 mm, which is the maximum allowable diameter for the shaft. The No-Go
gauge should have a diameter of 19.95 mm, which is the minimum allowable diameter for the
shaft.
When the shaft is inserted into the Go gauge, it should pass through easily, indicating that its
diameter is within the acceptable range. When the shaft is inserted into the No-Go gauge, it
should not pass through, indicating that its diameter is outside the acceptable range.
The tolerances for the Go and No-Go gauges can also be specified based on the required
accuracy of the gauges. For example, the Go gauge may have a tolerance of +/- 0.02 mm, which
means that its actual diameter can be between 20.03 mm and 20.07 mm. The No-Go gauge may
have a tolerance of +/- 0.03 mm, which means that its actual diameter can be between 19.92 mm
and 19.98 mm.
Conclusion:
The system of fits and tolerances used in engineering design and manufacturing, and how they
are applied to design a Go and No-Go gauge. An example of how the system of fits and
tolerances can be used to design a Go and No-Go gauge for a shaft with a diameter of 20 mm.
We then went on to calculate the maximum and minimum allowable diameters for the Go and
No-Go gauges based on the tolerances specified.