Cross Staff
Product Code : JA-CADE-3344
The cross staff (SKU JA-CADE-3344) is a simple surveying instrument used in chain surveying to set out lines at right angles to the chain line, so that offsets to features can be measured. The head carries sighting slits at right angles and is mounted on a pole that is set upright on the line. JaincoLab supplies the cross staff for civil engineering, polytechnic and ITI surveying practicals, where students learn chain and offset surveys.
Specifications
The product data for the cross staff gives no dimensions or material details, so the table lists only the item and its purpose; the pattern (open, French or adjustable), head size and pole length are confirmed on the quotation.
| Product | Cross Staff |
| SKU | JA-CADE-3344 |
| Use | Setting out right angles and offsets in chain surveying |
| Pattern and dimensions | Confirmed on the quotation |
Applications of the cross staff in surveying
The cross staff is used by students and survey teams to set out perpendicular offsets from a chain line to the features being mapped, and to check right angles when laying out small plots and building lines in the field.
- Setting out perpendicular offsets from a chain line
- Checking right angles when laying out plots and building lines
- Chain and offset survey exercises in civil engineering practicals
- Surveying practicals in polytechnic and ITI courses
- Field training alongside ranging rods, chains and tapes
Scope of supply and ordering
The listing covers the cross staff as a surveying instrument. The pattern, head material, pole and shoe, and any carrying case are not described in the product data; these, together with accessories, spares and quantities, are confirmed on the quotation.
MOQ, lead time and packing for the cross staff are confirmed on each quotation for the quantity and delivery destination. Sets for a single survey class and bulk quantities for new colleges and training institutes are supplied, including export to Africa, the Middle East and South and South-East Asia.
Frequently asked questions
What is a cross staff used for?
It is used in chain surveying to set out lines at right angles to the chain line, so that offsets to features can be measured and plotted.
Which pattern of cross staff is supplied?
The product data does not name the pattern. Tell us whether you need an open, French or adjustable cross staff and it will be confirmed on the quotation.
Is a pole supplied with the cross staff?
The pole, shoe and head details are not given in the listing; they are confirmed on the quotation for your order.
Related products
Other surveying and field instruments are listed in the JaincoLab civil and draughtsman equipment range.
Request a quote
To order the cross staff, send the quantity and delivery destination through the JaincoLab contact page or email [email protected]. For tender or project supply, see our tenders page.
