Profile Gauge YATO YT-37364, template length 565 mm

The Profile Gauge YATO YT-37364 is a handheld contour template with a 565 mm measuring length designed to copy and transfer complex profiles and irregular shapes. It records the outline of skirting boards, pipes, moldings, tiles and other curved or angled edges so that the shape can be accurately marked on the workpiece for cutting, trimming or fitting. The tool is compact and intended for manual use in carpentry, flooring, tiling and metalwork where precise replication of contours is required.

Advantages

The profile gauge provides a continuous row of movable pins that lock into the exact shape of the target contour, allowing for repeatable transfers and minimal guesswork. Its 565 mm template length covers long sections without repeatedly repositioning the tool, reducing measurement errors on larger pieces. The construction offers a stable feel for manual tracing and marking, and the straightforward operation requires no calibration or power source.

Suitable for

• Carpentry tasks such as fitting skirting boards, trimming door frames and matching mouldings
• Flooring and tiling where edges and transitions must match irregular room shapes
• Plumbing and pipe-fitting where bends and protrusions need copying for coverings or cutouts
• Metalwork and fabrication when transferring complex edge profiles to sheet material

When it may not be suitable

The tool is manual and best suited for tracing and transferring contours on flat or mildly curved surfaces; it is not designed for high-precision measurement tasks that require digital readouts or micrometer-level accuracy. Very small, highly detailed or microscopic profiles may exceed the resolution of the pins and require a different measuring method.

Key specifications

• Measuring length: 565 mm
• Type: handheld contour/profile gauge with movable pins
• Application: copying and transferring irregular edges and curves
• Material features: rigid frame with multiple movable pins for shape replication

How to use

Place the profile gauge firmly against the target edge and press it so the movable pins slide until they conform to the contour. Once the pins reflect the shape, hold the frame steady to prevent movement and transfer the outline by tracing the pins onto the workpiece with a pencil or marker. For longer runs, reposition and repeat as necessary, aligning previously marked points to maintain continuity. Clean the pins and inspect for bending before storage to ensure continued accuracy.

What to consider before purchase

• Whether a 565 mm measuring length is sufficient for the typical profiles you need to copy
• Need for higher-precision or digital measurement tools for very fine or critical tolerances
• Compatibility with the materials and shapes you work with (flat, concave, convex surfaces)
• Durability and pin rigidity if you plan to use the gauge frequently on tough surfaces

Usage recommendations

For best results, press the gauge evenly along the contour and avoid lateral movement while marking. Use a sharp pencil or thin marker for precise transfer lines and verify transferred outlines on scrap material before making final cuts.