Brown & Sharpe 599-9438-3109-1 Reversible Protractor Head

The Brown & Sharpe 599-9438-3109-1 reversible protractor head has a double shoulder that allows users to measure angles on either side when the head is connected to the blade (sold separately). The protractor head is a component of Brown & Sharpe’s interchangeable combination square set system, which is commonly used for laying out and setting angles. The protractor head attaches to a blade (purchased separately) and can be moved along it and clamped at any location by tightening the knurled locking knob.

The 599-9438-3109-1 protractor head is made from hardened steel for strength and durability. It is measures angles quickly with a 2 x 90 degree range and two reading directions (clockwise and counterclockwise). It also includes a fluid-filled vial for leveling.

Specifications

Protractors are tools that measure specific angles, which allow users to create and replicate desired angles. Combination set protractors consist of a protractor head that slides onto a graduated blade (sold separately). They are useful in a wide range of applications, such as measuring crown molding and installing baseboards.

Brown & Sharpe manufactures precision measuring equipment and metrology hand tools. The company, founded in 1833, played a key role in setting industrial standards in the United States. Brown & Sharpe was acquired by Hexagon Metrology in 2001 and is headquartered in North Kingstown, RI.