The Moore & Wright 170 Series Depth Gauges provide a comprehensive range of precision measuring instruments for accurately measuring the depth of holes, slots, grooves, recesses and shoulders. Available in both traditional vernier and modern digital models, the 170 Series offers dependable measurement solutions for engineering, manufacturing, inspection and quality control applications.
Manufactured to the renowned Moore & Wright standard, each depth gauge features a precision-ground base that provides excellent stability during measurement. The range includes both mechanical vernier models for users who prefer traditional measurement techniques and digital models offering fast, easy-to-read metric and imperial measurements with instant unit conversion.
Available in measuring capacities from 150mm to 500mm, the 170 Series is suitable for precision workshop use, machine setup, component inspection and general engineering applications where accurate depth measurement is essential.
Available Models
| Product Code |
Type |
Range (mm) |
Range (inch) |
Resolution (mm) |
Resolution (inch) |
Accuracy (mm) |
Base Size (mm) |
| MW170-15 |
Vernier |
0-150 |
— |
0.02 |
0.001" |
— |
100 |
| MW170-15B |
Vernier |
0-150 |
— |
0.05 |
1/128" |
— |
100 |
| MW170-20 |
Vernier |
0-200 |
— |
0.02 |
0.001" |
— |
100 |
| MW170-20B |
Vernier |
0-200 |
— |
0.05 |
1/128" |
— |
100 |
| MW170-30 |
Vernier |
0-300 |
— |
0.02 |
0.001" |
— |
100 |
| MW170-50B |
Vernier |
0-500 |
— |
0.05 |
1/128" |
— |
150 |
| MW170-15DB |
Digital |
0-150 |
0-6" |
0.01 |
0.0005" |
±0.03 |
100 |
| MW170-20DB |
Digital |
0-200 |
0-8" |
0.01 |
0.0005" |
±0.03 |
100 |
| MW170-30DB |
Digital |
0-300 |
0-12" |
0.01 |
0.0005" |
±0.04 |
150 |
| MW170-30DB/100 |
Digital |
0-300 |
0-12" |
0.01 |
0.0005" |
±0.04 |
100 |
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Series |
170 |
| Product Types |
Vernier & Digital Depth Gauges |
| Measuring Range |
0-150mm to 0-500mm |
| Metric Resolution |
0.01mm, 0.02mm & 0.05mm |
| Imperial Resolution |
0.0005", 0.001" & 1/128" |
| Base Sizes |
100mm & 150mm |
| Material |
Hardened Stainless Steel |
| Applications |
Depth Measurement of Slots, Grooves, Holes, Recesses & Shoulders |
The Moore & Wright 170 Series combines traditional vernier and modern digital depth gauges into one comprehensive range, allowing users to choose the measuring method best suited to their application. Whether performing routine workshop measurements or detailed inspection work, the 170 Series provides the accuracy, durability and reliability expected from Moore & Wright precision measuring equipment.