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Thread Triangles Vs. Thread Wires Vs. Thread Mics?

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Curious as to what the advantages/disadvantages are between each of these methods for checking threads. I've got a set of wires, only used them once. Used a couple of O-rings on the ends to hold them to the work when checking, but still seemed to be a cumbersome method.

I like the simple concept of the triangles, but it looks like you're checking across the helix, not the true root diameter. Plus, the sharp edged triangles don't necessarily bottom out at the root of the threads. There...

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