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Limited Edition “G.I.” CalipERD © Rim Measuring Device

$225.00

A caliper to measure ERD – Effective Rim Diameter – used in spoked wheel building.

Out of stock

Product Description

Special Product – CalipERD with Green Nylon/Glass Body, 1M Length, Brass Adjuster screws

Made for CABDA Expo 2023

This tool measures Effective Rim Diameter – the most critical dimension when calculating spoke length.

The current standard for measuring Effective Rim Diameter (ERD) is using two rods of a known length and inserting them through opposite holes in a rim. Then the overlap is measured (somehow) and that number subtracted from the overall sum of both rods.

If that sounded bad – or you glossed over it – nice work! You recognize a terrible process when you see it.

That’s why this tool exists.

  • Provides direct measurement of rims
  • Reduces errors in spoke calculation to save time and money
  • Allows perfect spoke length by determining the correct nipple seat diameter and nipple height
  • Measures ERD of nearly any rim!
    • up to 750mm reliably (fits 32″ and 36″ rims)
    • 125mm minimum (~ 12″)
  • Precise to within .5mm
  • Interchangeable Feelers for different applications
    • includes Standard Nipple Set and Internal Nipple Set
  • Includes calibration tube

 

Use cases include:

  • Verifying Manufacturer Stated ERD
  • Checking factory specifications
  • Obtaining Data-driven roundness of a rim
  • Use for Nipple Seat Diameter or calibrate for exact Effective Rim Diameter

 

 

 

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