(Third Dimension: Bristol, UK) -- Third Dimension has developed a new innovative solution to solve the challenges of measuring automotive seal gaps. The solution is well proven in automotive applications, and has been tested with a leading luxury automotive manufacturer, accurately measuring gaps from 0 mm to 50 mm, controlling tolerance bands of +/– 0.5 mm (+/– 0.02 in.), with unsurpassed R&R scores—better than 15 percent.

Automotive closures are a complex area of engineering, with tight geometries to ensure that performance remains consistent over what can be a very demanding product life. As well as external, visible gaps, it is also important to measure the internal closure gap dimensions where the door seals will ultimately be fitted.

GapGun offers the capability to measure both external body gaps and inside (seal) gaps with just one instrument to afford a reliable and simple solution. Working with a premium car manufacturer in the United Kingdom, Third Dimension has developed a revolutionary technique to accurately achieve this measurement having designed two patented fixtures: a door stop striker plate and a friction block.

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