API 6A Seal Ring Groove Gages (BX & R/RX)

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A ring groove is basically a closely dimensioned groove cut into the face of a pipe flange. Together with a gasket, a groove helps create a seal between parts, so it is important that a groove meets designated specifications.  

 

API 6A ring grooves are divided into three ring types, BX, R, and RX. Each type has different configurations and is designated by the type and a number, i.e. BX 150, R 41, etc.

API mandates the inspection of ring grooves. The necessary dimensions of a groove are clearly specified in API 6A. To pass API requirements, these dimensions must be met. For BX Grooves, the groove’s major diameter and width are specified. For R and RX Grooves, API specifies the groove’s pitch diameter and width.

Face Groove and Hole Locations

Gagemaker’s face groove gages inspect groove diameters and groove widths. Excellent for inspecting hole locations. Additional extensions for various lengths are available, please contact customer service for more.

Parts and accessories can be found on our Ring Groove product page.

Gages ship with default T188(BX) or T072 (BXG) contact points, but can be substituted upon customer request. Please specify ring groove type and size when ordering.

 GrooveGroove Diameter or Grove WidthRange^Contact Points Included*Indicator
Travel
Indicator
Resolution
DescriptionModel
insert-identifier-rscBX, R, RXDiameter2.6” - 13”
(66 mm - 330.2 mm)
Customer Choice--Ball mic gage includes customer specified ball contact points (no indicator)BX-900
BX, R, RXDiameter2.6” - 13”
(66 mm - 330.2 mm)
T188.250”.0005”6A groove diameter gage includes T188 contact points*BX-1000
BX, R, RXDiameter2.6” - 13”
(66 mm - 330.2 mm)
T188.500".0001”6A groove diameter gage with .0001” resolution includes T188 contact points*BX-1000-1
BXG-1000-GagemakerBX, R, RXWidth.375” -1.5”
(9.5 mm - 38.1 mm)
T072.250”.0005”6A groove width gage includes T072 contact points*BXG-1000
BXG-1000-GagemakerBX, R, RXWidth.375” -1.5”
(9.5 mm - 38.1 mm)
T072.500".0001”6A groove width gage with .0001” resolution indicator, includes T072 contact points*BXG-1000-1
Gagemaker-BXG-1000onsideBX, R, RXWidth.375” -1.5”
(9.5 mm - 38.1 mm)
T0725 mm.01 mm6A groove width gage with metric indicator, includes T072 contact points*BXG-1000-M
BX, R, RX or CustomWidth.312” - 2.375”
(8 mm - 60.3 mm)
T072.250”.0005”Groove width gage includes T072 contact points*BXG-1002
BX, R, RX or CustomWidth.312” - 2.375”
(8 mm - 60.3 mm)
T072.500”.0001”Groove width gage with .0001” resolution indicator, includes T072 contact points*BXG-1002-1
BX, R, RX or CustomWidth.312” - 2.375”
(8 mm - 60.3 mm)
T0725 mm.01 mmGroove width gage with metric indicator, includes T072 contact points*BXG-1002- M
PD-3000BX-Gagemaker-BX-Setting-Gage-----.500”.001”BX/BXG ball height setting gage, ½” X ½” U-notch basePD-BX
*Included contact points may be changed upon customer request. Additional charges may apply.
^Range of diameters may be increased with optional extension rods. See table below.

Gagemaker-BX-StandardsFace groove and hole location setting masters are precision ground setting standards for the BX and BXG Series of gages. Each standard is based on a specific groove allowing it to be used to set both the BX and BXG gages. Custom standards are available, please contact customer service for more information.

BX GrooveDescriptionModel
149BX-1000 Frame Setting Master for API 17D SBX-149 groove
FSBX-149
150BX-1000 Frame Setting Master for BX-150 groove
FSBX-150
151BX-1000 Frame Setting Master for BX-151 grooveFSBX-151
152BX-1000 Frame Setting Master for BX-152 grooveFSBX-152
153BX-1000 Frame Setting Master for BX-153 grooveFSBX-153
154BX-1000 Frame Setting Master for BX-154 grooveFSBX-154
155BX-1000 Frame Setting Master for BX-155 grooveFSBX-155
156BX-1000 Frame Setting Master for BX-156 grooveFSBX-156
157BX-1000 Frame Setting Master for BX-157 grooveFSBX-157
158BX-1000 Frame Setting Master for BX-158 grooveFSBX-158
159BX-1000 Frame Setting Master for BX-159 grooveFSBX-159
160BX-1000 Frame Setting Master for BX-160 grooveFSBX-160
161BX-1000 Frame Setting Master for BX-161 grooveFSBX-161
162BX-1000 Frame Setting Master for BX-162 grooveFSBX-162
163BX-1000 Frame Setting Master for BX-163 grooveFSBX-163
164BX-1000 Frame Setting Master for BX-164 grooveFSBX-164
165BX-1000 Frame Setting Master for BX-165 grooveFSBX-165
166BX-1000 Frame Setting Master for BX-166 grooveFSBX-166
167BX-1000 Frame Setting Master for BX-167 grooveFSBX-167
168BX-1000 Frame Setting Master for BX-168 grooveFSBX-168
169BX-1000 Frame Setting Master for BX-169 grooveFSBX-169
170BX-1000 Frame Setting Master for BX-170 grooveFSBX-170
171BX-1000 Frame Setting Master for BX-171 grooveFSBX-171
172BX-1000 Frame Setting Master for BX-172 grooveFSBX-172
303BX-1000 Frame Setting Master for BX-303 grooveFSBX-303

Gagemaker-BX-StandardsR & RX face groove and hole location setting masters are precision ground setting standards for the BX and BXG Series of gages. Each standard is based on a specific groove allowing it to be used to set both the BX and BXG gages. Custom standards are available, please contact customer service for more information.

R & RX GrooveDescriptionModel
20Frame Setting Master for R-20 & RX-20 groove
FSR-20
23Frame Setting Master for R-23 & RX-23 grooveFSR-23
24Frame Setting Master for R-24 & RX-24 grooveFSR-24
25Frame Setting Master for R-25 & RX-25 grooveFSR-25
26Frame Setting Master for R-26 & RX-26 grooveFSR-26
27Frame Setting Master for R-27 & RX-27 grooveFSR-27
31Frame Setting Master for R-31 & RX-31 grooveFSR-31
35Frame Setting Master for R-35 & RX-35 grooveFSR-35
37Frame Setting Master for R-37 & RX-37 grooveFSR-37
39Frame Setting Master for R-39 & RX-39 grooveFSR-39
41Frame Setting Master for R-41 & RX-41 grooveFSR-41
44Frame Setting Master for R-44 & RX-44 grooveFSR-44
45Frame Setting Master for R-45 & RX-45 grooveFSR-45
46Frame Setting Master for R-46 & RX-46 grooveFSR-46
47Frame Setting Master for R-47 & RX-47 grooveFSR-47
49Frame Setting Master for R-49 & RX-49 grooveFSR-49
50Frame Setting Master for R-50 & RX-50 grooveFSR-50
53Frame Setting Master for R-53 & RX-53 grooveFSR-53
54Frame Setting Master for R-54 & RX-54 grooveFSR-54
55Frame Setting Master for R-55 & RX-55 grooveFSR-55
57Frame Setting Master for R-57 & RX-57 grooveFSR-57
58Frame Setting Master for R-58 & RX-58 grooveFSR-58
63Frame Setting Master for R-63 & RX-63 grooveFSR-63
65Frame Setting Master for R-65 & RX-65 grooveFSR-65
66Frame Setting Master for R-66 & RX-66 grooveFSR-66
69Frame Setting Master for R-69 & RX-69 grooveFSR-69
69Frame Setting Master for R-69 & RX-69 grooveFSR-69
70Frame Setting Master for R-70 & RX-70 grooveFSR-70
73Frame Setting Master for R-73 & RX-73 grooveFSR-73
74Frame Setting Master for R-74 & RX-74 grooveFSR-74
82Frame Setting Master for R-82 & RX-82 grooveFSR-82
84Frame Setting Master for R-84 & RX-84 grooveFSR-84
85Frame Setting Master for R-85 & RX-85 grooveFSR-85
86Frame Setting Master for R-86 & RX-86 grooveFSR-86
87Frame Setting Master for R-87 & RX-87 grooveFSR-87
88Frame Setting Master for R-88 & RX-88 grooveFSR-88
89Frame Setting Master for R-89 & RX-89 grooveFSR-89
90Frame Setting Master for R-90 & RX-90 grooveFSR-90
91Frame Setting Master for R-91 & RX-91 grooveFSR-91
99Frame Setting Master for R-99 & RX-99 grooveFSR-99
201Frame Setting Master for R-201 & RX-201 grooveFSR-201
205Frame Setting Master for R-205 & RX-205 grooveFSR-205
210Frame Setting Master for R-210 & RX-210 grooveFSR-210
215Frame Setting Master for R-215 & RX-215 grooveFSR-215

Extend the measuring diameter of the BX-1000 from 13″ to 37″ with these optional extension rods.

Maximum Diameter RangeLengthDescriptionModel
13”12.75”BX-1000 extension rod
BX-R13
25”24.75”BX-1000 extension rodBX-R24
31”30.75”BX-1000 extension rodBX-R30
37”36.75”BX-1000 extension rodBX-R36
40”39.75”BX-1000 extension rodBX-R39
40”41.75”BX-1000 extension rodBX-R40
45”44.75”BX-1000 extension rodBX-R44
49”48.75”BX-1000 extension rodBX-R48
58”58.75”BX-1000 extension rodBX-R57
59”59.75”BX-1000 extension rodBX-R59
83”83.75”BX-1000 extension rodBX-R83

Lost a knob or a screw? Here is a list of common replacement parts we offer. Other parts may be available, please contact customer service for more information.

Related Gage SeriesPart TypeDescriptionModel
BX-1000Block assemblyBX-1000 fixed block assembly, wear pad included
BX-1000-1A
BX-1000ScrewBX-1000 extension rod lock screwBX-1000-2A
BX-1000ScrewBX gage indicator set screwBX-1000-3A
BX-1000Block assemblyBX-1000 moveable block assembly, wear pad includedBX-1000-4A
BX-1000KnobBX-1000 lock knobBX-1000-5A
BX-1000Screw6-32 X 3/8” flathead wear pad screwBX-1000-6A
BX-1000ScrewBX-1000 contact point adjustment screw, ¼-28 x ¾” BX-1000-7A
BX-1000ScrewBX-1000 contact point lock screwBX-1000-8A
BX-1000SpringBX-1000 internal spring assemblyBX-1000-9A
BXG-1000Wear Pad
BXG-1000 Wear Pad
BXG-1000-1A
BXG-1000ScrewBXG-1000 lock screw, 8-32 x 1/8” , brass tippedBXG-1000-2A
BXG-1000KnobBXG-1000 rear contact point lock knob
BXG-1000-3A
BXG-1000KnobContact point adjustment knobBXG-1000-4A
BXG-1000ScrewContact point adjustment screw, 10-32 X ½” BXG-1000-5A
BXG-1000KnobContact point adjustment knob
BXG-1000-A8
BXG-1000KnobRear contact pt lock knob
BXG-1000-A9
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Groove Diameter Dog Bone/Paddle Gages (GO/NO GO gage)

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The dog bone (or paddle) gages are simple GO/NO GO gages used to quickly check groove diameters on BX, R, & RX grooves. We recommend these for later checkup inspections after using the BX and BXG gages for a thorough inspection. Gagemaker precision manufactures these dog bones to ensure the highest quality.

Groove diameter dog bone gages for BX grooves. Our dog bone gages are manufactured to one specific groove type and size. Sold individually.

BX GrooveDescriptionModel
150Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for BX-150 groove
DBBX-150
151Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for BX-151 grooveDBBX-151
152Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for BX-152 grooveDBBX-152
153Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for BX-153 grooveDBBX-153
154Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for BX-154 grooveDBBX-154
155Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for BX-155 grooveDBBX-155
156Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for BX-156 grooveDBBX-156
157Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for BX-157 grooveDBBX-157
158Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for BX-158 grooveDBBX-158
159Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for BX-159 grooveDBBX-159
160Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for BX-160 grooveDBBX-160
161Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for BX-161 grooveDBBX-161
162Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for BX-162 grooveDBBX-162
163Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for BX-163 grooveDBBX-163
164Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for BX-164 grooveDBBX-164
165Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for BX-165 grooveDBBX-165
166Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for BX-166 grooveDBBX-166
167Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for BX-167 grooveDBBX-167
168Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for BX-168 grooveDBBX-168
169Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for BX-169 grooveDBBX-169
170Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for BX-170 grooveDBBX-170
171Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for BX-171 grooveDBBX-171
172Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for BX-172 grooveDBBX-172
303Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for BX-303 grooveDBBX-303

Groove diameter dog bone gages for R & RX grooves. These dog bone gages are manufactured to for one size of both R and RX gooves, unless specified otherwise. Sold individually.

R & RX GrooveDescriptionModel
20Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for R-20 & RX-20 groove
DB-R20
23Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for R-23 & RX-23 grooveDB-R23
24Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for R-24 & RX-24 grooveDB-R24
25Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for R-25 & RX-25 grooveDB-R25
26Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for R-26 & RX-26 grooveDB-R26
27Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for R-27 & RX-27 grooveDB-R27
31Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for R-31 & RX-31 grooveDB-R31
35Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for R-35 & RX-35 grooveDB-R35
37Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for R-37 & RX-37 grooveDB-R37
39Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for R-39 & RX-39 grooveDB-R39
41Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for R-41 & RX-41 grooveDB-R41
44Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for R-44 & RX-44 grooveDB-R44
45Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for R-45 & RX-45 grooveDB-R45
46Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for R-46 & RX-46 grooveDB-R46
47Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for R-47 & RX-47 grooveDB-R47
49Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for R-49 & RX-49 grooveDB-R49
50Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for R-50 & RX-50 grooveDB-R50
53Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for R-53 & RX-53 grooveDB-R53
54Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for R-54 & RX-54 grooveDB-R54
55Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for R-55 & RX-55 grooveDB-R55
57Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for R-57 & RX-57 grooveDB-R57
58Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for R-58 & RX-58 grooveDB-R58
63Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for R-63 & RX-63 grooveDB-R63
65Dog Bone/Paddle Gage or R-65 & RX-65 grooveDB-R65
66Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for R-66 & RX-66 grooveDB-R66
69Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for R-69 & RX-69 grooveDB-R69
69Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for R-69 & RX-69 grooveDB-R69
70Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for R-70 & RX-70 grooveDB-R70
73Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for R-73 & RX-73 grooveDB-R73
74Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for R-74 & RX-74 grooveDB-R74
82Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for R-82 & RX-82 grooveDB-R82
84Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for R-84 & RX-84 grooveDB-R84
85Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for R-85 & RX-85 grooveDB-R85
86Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for R-86 & RX-86 grooveDB-R86
87Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for R-87 & RX-87 grooveDB-R87
88Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for R-88 & RX-88 grooveDB-R88
89Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for R-89 & RX-89 grooveDB-R89
90Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for R-90 & RX-90 grooveDB-R90
91Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for R-91 & RX-91 grooveDB-R91
99Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for R-99 & RX-99 grooveDB-R99
201Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for RX-201 grooveDB-R201
205Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for RX-205 grooveDB-R205
210Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for RX-210 grooveDB-R210
215Dog Bone/Paddle Gage for RX-215 grooveDB-R215

Groove Width Profiles (GO/NO GO gage)

Gagemaker groove width profiles are simple GO/NO GO gages used to quickly check groove widths on BX, R, & RX grooves. We recommend these for later checkup inspections after using the BX and BXG gages for a thorough inspection. Gagemaker precision manufactures these profiles to ensure the highest quality. Custom profiles are available.

Groove width profiles for BX grooves. Our groove width profiles are manufactured to one specific groove type and size. Sold individually.

BX GrooveDescriptionModel
150Groove Width Profile for BX-150 groove
BXP-150
151Groove Width Profile for BX-151 grooveBXP-151
152Groove Width Profile for BX-152 grooveBXP-152
153Groove Width Profile for BX-153 grooveBXP-153
154Groove Width Profile for BX-154 grooveBXP-154
155Groove Width Profile for BX-155 grooveBXP-155
156Groove Width Profile for BX-156 grooveBXP-156
157Groove Width Profile for BX-157 grooveBXP-157
158Groove Width Profile for BX-158 grooveBXP-158
159Groove Width Profile for BX-159 grooveBXP-159
160Groove Width Profile for BX-160 grooveBXP-160
161Groove Width Profile for BX-161 grooveBXP-161
162Groove Width Profile for BX-162 grooveBXP-162
163Groove Width Profile for BX-163 grooveBXP-163
164Groove Width Profile for BX-164 grooveBXP-164
165Groove Width Profile for BX-165 grooveBXP-165
166Groove Width Profile for BX-166 grooveBXP-166
167Groove Width Profile for BX-167 grooveBXP-167
168Groove Width Profile for BX-168 grooveBXP-168
169Groove Width Profile for BX-169 grooveBXP-169
170Groove Width Profile for BX-170 grooveBXP-170
171Groove Width Profile for BX-171 grooveBXP-171
172Groove Width Profile for BX-172 grooveBXP-172
303Groove Width Profile for BX-303 grooveBXP-303

Groove width profiles for R and RX grooves. These groove width profiles are manufactured to for one size of both R and RX grooves, unless specified otherwise. Sold individually.

R & RX Groove(s)DescriptionModel
20Groove Width Profile for R-20 & RX-20 groove
RP-250-344
23 - 45, 49, 53, 57, 65, 69, 82, 84, & 99Groove Width Profile for R/RX-23 to 45, R/RX-49, R/RX-53, R/RX-57, R/RX-65, R/RX-69, R/RX-82, R/RX-84, & R/RX-99RP-310-469
46, 73, & 85Groove Width Profile for R/RX-46, R/RX-73, & R/RX-85 grooveRP-380-531
50, 54, 66, 86, & 87Groove Width Profile for R/RX-50, R/RX-54, R/RX-66, R/RX-86, & R/RX8-7 grooveRP-440-656
47, 70, 74, & 88Groove Width Profile for R/RX-47, R/RX-70, R/RX-74 & R/RX-88 grooveRP-500-781
63Groove Width Profile for R-63 & RX-63 grooveRP-620-1063
90Groove Width Profile for R-90 & RX-90 grooveRP-560-906
91Groove Width Profile for R-91 & RX-91 grooveRP-690-1313
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Groove Width Amplifiers

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Groove width amplifier gages use flushpins to indicate acceptance or rejection.

Groove WidthBX GrooveDescriptionModel
0.450”150Groove Width Amplifier Gage for BX-150 groove
AG-BX150
0.466”151Groove Width Amplifier Gage for BX-151 grooveAG-BX151
0.498”152Groove Width Amplifier Gage for BX-152 grooveAG-BX152
0.554”153Groove Width Amplifier Gage for BX-153 grooveAG-BX153
0.606”154Groove Width Amplifier Gage for BX-154 grooveAG-BX154
0.698”155Groove Width Amplifier Gage for BX-155 grooveAG-BX155
0.921”156Groove Width Amplifier Gage for BX-156 grooveAG-BX156
1.039”157Groove Width Amplifier Gage for BX-157 grooveAG-BX157
1.149”158Groove Width Amplifier Gage for BX-158 grooveAG-BX158
1.279”159Groove Width Amplifier Gage for BX-159 grooveAG-BX159
0.786”160Groove Width Amplifier Gage for BX-160 grooveAG-BX160
0.930”161Groove Width Amplifier Gage for BX-161 grooveAG-BX161
0.705”162Groove Width Amplifier Gage for BX-162 grooveAG-BX162
1.006”163Groove Width Amplifier Gage for BX-163 grooveAG-BX163
1.290”164Groove Width Amplifier Gage forBX-164 grooveAG-BX164
1.071”165Groove Width Amplifier Gage forr BX-165 grooveAG-BX165
1.373”166Groove Width Amplifier Gage for BX-166 grooveAG-BX166
0.902”167Groove Width Amplifier Gage for BX-167 grooveAG-BX167
1.018”168Groove Width Amplifier Gage for BX-168 grooveAG-BX168
0.666"169Groove Width Amplifier Gage for BX-169 grooveAG-BX169

CamLock

The CamLock micrometers measure API weld flange thickness. Supplied with verification standard. Replacement standards are available separately, please contact customer service.

RangeDescriptionModel
0 - 1” (0 - 25.4 mm)CamLock Micrometer- 25° - with verification standardCL-1001
1” - 2” (25.4 - 50.8 mm)CamLock Micrometer- 25° - with verification standardCL-1002
2” - 3” (50.8 - 76.2 mm)CamLock Micrometer- 25° - with verification standardCL-1003
3” - 4” (76.2 - 101.6 mm)CamLock Micrometer- 25° - with verification standardCL-1004
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CamLock Gage (CL-1002) and standard