Mitutoyo Corporation is a Japanese company founded in 1934 by Yehan Numata. It is recognised globally for the quality, precision and breadth of its range of measuring instruments. Mitutoyo offers mechanical and electronic instruments and advanced machines covering the entire metrology process, with a strong presence in the UK through Mitutoyo UK.
Main Product Range
Here are some of the main categories of Mitutoyo products that Link Industrial Tools can offer:
- Calipers (analogue and digital) and comparatorsStandard instruments for measuring length, depth, internal/external diameter, with waterproof/proof versions and data output.
- MicrometersExternal, internal and depth micrometers, digital and mechanical micrometers with high resolution.
- Bench and optical instruments, shape measuring instrumentsRoughness testers, optical projectors, optical measuring machines, profilometers, linear measuring systems and digital displays.
- Coordinate measuring machines (CMM)Solutions for 3D dimensional control, with different sizes, accuracies and technologies (probes, automation).
- Calibration, measurement services, software and data managementCalibration laboratories, metrology training, measurement data management software, data interfaces, Absolute/Digimatic systems, quality and certification support.
Why choose Mitutoyo on Link Industrial Tools
- Proven precision and quality: over eighty years of history, high Japanese standards, continuous production and development.
- Extensive product range: from small bench tools to complex machines and optical systems.
- Comprehensive services in the UK: Mitutoyo Italiana offers calibration, assistance, repair and metrology training.
- Technological innovation: digital instruments, systems with data output, software, integrations for Industry 4.0.
- Global/localised support and presence: branches, service centres, distribution in many countries; for Italian customers, the guarantee of local assistance.
Typical Applications
Mitutoyo is used in many areas:
- Quality control in metalworking and plastics production
- Compatibility measurements in industrial, automotive and aerospace processes
- Measurement laboratories, research & development, medical industry
- Measurements on complex surfaces (shapes, profiles, roughness)
- Projects where dimensional error reduction and traceability are essential
FAQs about Mitutoyo
1. How long has Mitutoyo been operating in the UK and what does it offer in the UK?
Mitutoyo has been present in Italy since 1987 with Mitutoyo Italiana, which provides products, calibration, assistance, repair and metrological training.
2. What is the philosophy behind Mitutoyo products?
‘Precision is our business’: high build quality, durability, accuracy, reliability and high standards at every stage.
3. What does ‘Digimatic’ / Absolute mean in Mitutoyo gauges?
These are lines/technologies for measurements with data output, digital versions, with additional functions (such as memory, absolute zero, IP protection). They help to collect metrological data more efficiently.
4. Does Mitutoyo also offer CMM machines for use in workshops/production (shop floor)?
Yes: there are CMMs of different sizes and characteristics, also suitable for production use, with adequate robustness and precision.
5. Is it possible to train internal staff on the use of Mitutoyo instruments?
Yes: Mitutoyo Italiana offers metrology training courses, maintenance contracts and related services to ensure that the instruments are used correctly and accurately.
