UG-1 Universal Gauge

A Unique Tool with Surprising Versatility

The Universal Gauge (UG-1) is one of the handiest protractors and layout tools we have ever designed and is made for makers who have limited space and those who understand the value of their time. It is perfect for setting or checking angles on table saw blades, jointer fences, band saw blades, drill press tables and much more.

Try Square

There are two 90-degree references within the functionality of the UG-1, one fixed and one utilizing the protractor arm. Accuracy of the fixed square is plus or minus 0.05mm(0.002”) over the length of the 90mm(3.5”) leg.

Protractor

Utilizing a laser etched 45-degree quadrant, (0. 5° graduations, and it is easy to visually reference a quarter of a degree), and a 144. 5mm (5-5/8") long protractor leg, the UG-1 is a quick and fast protractor to transfer the angle precisely.

Adjustable Reference Leg

Featuring an offset which serves two purposes:

Allows the 2mm (0.079”) thin blade edge to fit between the teeth of a circular saw blade.

By chucking a drill rod blank in the drill press, you have two surfaces on the arm to help precisely set the drill press table to either square or any angle up to 45 degrees.

It features quick reference icons for the common angles needed to make polyangular forms.

For those who make hand cut dovetails, it is easy and fast to quickly set the protractor arm to either 6:1 or 8:1 ratios using the quick set icons as a reference.

Direct Reading Bevel

The UG-1 is an effective layout tool. The blade sits flat on your work piece which allows for precise transfers of angularity between the tool to your stock.

It features a two-point locking system. And the locking lever facilitates those with hand strength constraints.

Depth Gauge

The depth gauge function of the UG-1 will measure depths in cavities as small as 1/4” (6mm) in diameter and up. Depth capacity is 76mm (3”).

Use this to determine the depth of mortises, dados, rabbets, holes and other assorted recesses. It is fast, and locks via a jammed dovetail slide. It is particularly useful in conjunction with measuring depths when cut by a router. In addition, this is the tool to use when you need to precisely offset a split fence on a router table or shaper.

Height Gauge

Often overlooked as a valuable shop aid, a good height gauge can save a lot of time. It is primarily used as a static way to set the height of circular saw blades, JMP blades, router bits and shaper cutters. It positively locks via a jammed dovetail slide.

Marking Gauge

The marking gauge on the UG-1 is a quick way to layout lines a specific distance from the hook reference. It is not as efficient, or as versatile as a stand-alone marking gauge but works well for tenon layout and other smaller scale applications where parallel lines of a known distance are required. Simply set the red indicator at the desired distance and mark along the bottom edge of the indicator.

Inch/Metric Comparison Tool

The marking gauge of the UG-1 features opposing scales, one imperial, one metric. Sooner than you think possible, you will learn that 25mm is about an inch, 12mm is about ½” and so on.

Centering Rule

The UG-1 can be used to quickly fInd dead center of stock up to 140mm (5.5”) in width. The scale is metric which is ideal for a centering rule, all you need to do is align the two same numbers on the right and left of the stock, and rule will indicate center at the 0 mark.

Flip Standoff

When you need to lay the Universal Gauge on a flat surface, flip the standoff downward and slide the red marking gauge assembly to the top of the tool and lock. This will keep the Universal Gauge from tipping.

The Magnetic Base

There are times where a magnetic base is ideal when you need both hands for other tasks.