Wheel Diameter Measuring Gauge

Measuring wheel diameter quickly and accurately with our Wheel Diameter Measuring Gauge.

Early Wear Detection
Cost-Saving Solution
High Accuracy
train wheel diameter measurement

Product Overview

Wheel Diameter Measuring Gauge is a contact-based, portable system that measures wheel diameters by fitting under locomotives, cars, and wagons, with no need to remove wheelsets. This device provides highly accurate measurement that can be used to detect early wear to support predictive maintenance. Railway Wheel Diameter Gauge is a reliable solution for both field and workshop applications.

Portable & Robust
On-Device Display
Large Measuring Range

Technical Specifications

MDD MDD-2
Weight 1.8 kg 2.1 kg
Accuracy 0.2 mm 0.2 mm
Length 368 mm 408 mm
Min. Continuous Operating Time 10 Hours 10 Hours
Datasheet Datasheet

 

How It Works

Step 1
System Positioning

Position the Wheel Diameter Measuring Gauge under locomotives, railcars, and wagons without removing wheelsets.

Step 2
Rail Wheel Diameter Measurement

The device uses a 3-point measurement method; 2 points established by fixed hemispheres and the third point with a sensor.

Step 3
Results & Data Analyzing

The result will be illustrated on the OLED display, and the integrated software provides detailed data analysis.

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Wheel Diameter Measuring Gauge FAQs

Can Railway Wheel Diameter Measurement Device Be Used in Workshops?

Yes. ADOR Tech’s Wheel Diameter Measuring Gauge can efficiently be used in field operations, workshops, and maintenance facilities.

Does Wheel Diameter Measuring Device Operate Automatically?

Yes. Our Railway Wheel Diameter Gauge detects two support points automatically and identifies the third point using its sensor.

Is Wheel Diameter Measuring Gauge Display Visible in Daylight?

Train Wheel Diameter Measurement System is designed with black and white OLED display, which is not only readable in daylight but also in dark environments.

Is the Battery of Rail Wheel Diameter Measurement Device Rechargeable?

Yes. The railway wheel diameter measurement device is equipped with three rechargeable, removeable batteries.

Wheel Diameter Measuring Gauge for Rolling Stock Maintenance

Wheel Diameter Measuring Device is an efficient solution to measure wheel diameter by fitting under locomotives and railway vehicles without removing wheelsets. This system is designed portable and lightweight, enabling easy transporting and flexibility in applications, ideal to be used in field operations and workshops. Rail Wheel Diameter Measurement can also provide early detection of uneven wear in wheels, supporting predictive maintenance that prevents huge costs of repairing or hazardous failures during operations.

Why Train Wheel Diameter Measurement Matters?

Railway Wheel Diameter Gauge can effectively detect early-stage wheel wear that reduces life-cycle costs. It is also used to track uneven diameter differences and plan timely reprofiling and replacements in necessary cases. Since unequal wheel diameters on the same axle cause skewed bogie alignment, accelerated flange and rail wear, increasing vibration and noise, reduced braking efficiency, and higher derailment risk, using railway wheel diameter measurement device regularly as a cost-saving solution becomes significant.

How to Choose a Wheel Diameter Measuring Device for Railway Maintenance?

Wheel Diameter Measuring Gauge is a contact-based tool designed to determine the diameter of train wheels directly. To choose a reliable train wheel diameter measurement, it is needed to understand its key features and operational properties. Portability and lightweight are crucial features due to the flexibility importance during measuring wheel diameters. This portability offers fast and smooth measurement without requiring wheelsets to be removed, which speeds up the measurement process, too.

Measuring range is another key feature that directly affects the efficiency of the rail wheel diameter measurement system. The more measurement range of a railway wheel diameter gauge is limited, the less efficient it will be. In other words, if the railway wheel diameter measurement device offers a high measurement range, the capability of measuring a wide type of rolling stocks. The accuracy of the device plays a critical role in its operation. Because of the importance of wheel integrity and safety, wheel diameter measuring device must be engineered to measure wheel diameter and detect its early wear accurately.