The problem with using a dial gauge in that fashion is it would have to be aligned directly in line with the linear axis of motion, which is undesirable as that is where my test material will be. I'm not 100% if I've understood you completely so if I am mistaken please could you explain further?
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I'm new to bearing use and I'm trying to decide on a type of bearing for my application. I have an actuator shaft that will be moving down axially and slightly rotating (plus/minus 5-10 degrees). I want to measure the linear displacement of the shaft and therefore am trying to make use of a...