BGS 7070 510 mm Contour Gauge with 8 Rear Magnets, 30 mm Depth
Product description
For anyone who needs to copy a body contour for a repair, this gauge transfers the shape quickly. It is also listed for carpentry and model-making. The 510 mm maximum measuring width and 30 mm maximum depth define the contours it can cover.
Fit and sizing
The BGS 7070 is designed to take the profile of a shaped surface and transfer it elsewhere, rather than measure a general distance. That makes it relevant for matching a contour during bodywork or reproducing a shape in a carpentry or model-building project. Its stated maximum measuring width is 510 mm, with a maximum measuring depth of 30 mm, so the dimensions of the profile matter when deciding whether it suits a particular job.
The gauge has 8 magnets on the back. This feature may be useful when positioning it on a suitable metal surface, such as part of a vehicle body, though the listing does not specify what surfaces it will hold to. The overall listed dimensions are 54.4 x 11.1 x 2.5 centimetres, these are separate from the maximum measuring width and depth. If a contour is wider or deeper than the stated measuring limits, this model is not specified for capturing it in one go.
What you’ll notice day to day
The main practical benefit is being able to take a shape from one surface and use it as a reference for another, rather than relying on visual estimation alone. For example, a person working on a body panel could use the gauge to capture a contour, then carry that profile over to a material being shaped. The same approach can help when reproducing a curved edge in a carpentry or model-building task.
The magnetic backing is an additional feature, not a substitute for checking that the gauge is positioned securely and aligned with the contour. Compared with a basic ruler or tape measure, a contour gauge is aimed at capturing shape rather than simply recording length. For a straight measurement, a simpler measuring tool may be more appropriate, this one is useful when the profile itself is the detail to preserve. A solid pick if your task involves transferring a contour within the stated limits. Not the best choice if the profile exceeds its maximum measuring width or depth.
Tech summary
- Name: BGS 7070 Contour Gauge
- Material: Metal
- Maximum measuring width: 510 mm
- Maximum measuring depth: 30 mm
- Magnets: 8 on the back
- Dimensions: 54.4 x 11.1 x 2.5 centimetres
- Weight: 0.1 kilograms
- What’s included: 1 contour gauge
Practical questions
What is the BGS 7070 used for? It is intended for quickly taking and transferring body contours, and is also suitable for carpentry and model-building work.
How large a contour can it measure? The listed maximum measuring width is 510 mm and the maximum measuring depth is 30 mm. The product details do not specify a larger working range.
Does it have magnets? Yes. There are 8 magnets on the back, the listing does not give further details about their holding strength or suitable surfaces.
Final verdict
Choose the BGS 7070 when copying a contour is more important than taking a basic length measurement, and your work falls within its stated width and depth. Its metal construction, magnetic backing and stated uses make it relevant to bodywork as well as smaller carpentry and model-making jobs. If you prioritise a tool for profiles beyond 510 mm wide or 30 mm deep, the listed specifications do not establish that this gauge will cover them.