Sine Buddy was designed by purpose when a 1 inch wide and 5 inches long since bar wasn't a good option. Centers are 3.0000 and 1.5000 so it can be used in two separate ways to acomadate different needs. Designed to be used with rectangular gage blocks. Dimensions are. 493 x.993 x3.993 ( ground under size on purpose) .TIR is .0002 over 2.5000 inches. All parts were inspected using Starret Webber Gage blocks. This is a great tool to have in your box! The Starn style indicator bases is another one of my item's for sale! Check it out on sellers other items!