Metric
The metric set includes the following gauges:
- 6mm, 8mm, 10mm, 12mm, 14mm, 15mm, 16mm, 18mm, 20mm
- Free metric layout card
Bead & Cove Gauges
A precision-made 3D printed tool designed to help turners practice and perfect dimensionally accurate beads and coves. Inspired by the simplicity of a radius gauge but tailored for woodturning, this versatile tool combines multiple functions in one compact design.
The perfect guide to help learn how to cut beads and coves by hand. Unlike some tools, these won't do the cutting for you - but they will help you visualise how the shape of the wood needs to be changed.
- Dual-ended design: One end fits neatly against beads, the other pushes into coves for accurate shaping.
- Notched layout ruler: Allows a pencil to mark diameters and midpoints, for multiple beads quickly and consistently.
- Cut off tips: Allow for gauging of adjacent, or recessed beads.
Note: some gauges may appear mottled or discoloured but this does not impact their function.
Precision Practice
Helps turners develop accuracy when shaping beads and coves.
Precision Engineered
Tolerances within +-0.1mm for consistent results.
Consistent Layouts
Built-in notched ruler make it easy to mark midpoints and repeat patterns.
Time Saving
Reduces guesswork and speeds up setup for dimensional turning.
Compact & lightweight
Easy to keep at the lathe without cluttering your workspace.
Confidence-building
Encourages skill progression by providing clear, repeatable reference points.
Imperial
The imperial set includes the following gauges:
- 1/4", 3/8", 1/2", 5/8", 3/4", 7/8", 1"
- Free metric layout card
Care Instructions
Do not Use on Moving Lathe
Daily Cleaning
Friction from moving wood on the lathe will heat up the PLA plastic and cause it to deform or wear.
Avoid High Heat
Keep away from direct sunlight and heat sources, such as radiators, or hot cars. PLA softens around 60 °C.
Avoid Direct Sunlight
UV from sunlight can weaken PLA over time.
Keep Dry
Prolonged moisture can weaken PLA over time.