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1.Ruler
2.Measuring Tape
A measuring tape is a flexible form of ruler.
3. Micrometer
A micrometer is also called micrometer screw gauge.
4.Calipers
Inside callipers
External callipers
5.Depth gauge
2.7 planimeter
7.Dial Gauge
The dial gauge is utilised in different tools as stated above and can be
separately used to measure the trueness of the circular object, jumping off
an object, etc.
2.8 dail gauge
A liner measurement tool is a special tool for marine engines which comes in a
set of the straight rod of different marked length, which can be assembled
together to make the measuring tool of the required length.
2.9 liner
measurement tool
9.VERNIER CALLIPERS
Vernier callipers, an instrument for making very accurate linear measurements was
introduced in 1631 by Pierre Vernier of France.
The upper jaws of a caliper are used for taking inside measurements such
as the diameter of a hole or slot.
The lower jaws are used for measuring outside dimensions such as width,
length and diameter
The depth rod is used for measuring the depth of holes. It protrudes when
the thumb screw is turned
2.12 depth rod
On an imperial vernier caliper, the main scale is graduated in inches, with each 2.13 main scale
inch divided into increments of a tenth of an inch (0.1 inch).
Vernier scale
The vernier scale adds an extra degree of accuracy to measurements. On the
vernier scale, the smallest increment on the main scale is further divided.
The metric vernier scale is divided into 50 equal parts. The measuring range
of the vernier scale is usually 1mm, with each increment representing
0.02mm. 2.14 vernier scale
On an imperial caliper with a main scale of 6 inches, the vernier scale is 0.6 inch long, and
is divided into 25 parts. Each increment has a length of 0.001 inch .
Vernier caliper thumb screw
The thumb screw is used to precisely adjust the measuring faces of the
caliper (both sets of jaws and the depth rod). It helps the user to get a tight
grip on the material they are measuring.
3) Note the division on vernier scale which coincides with any division of the main scale.
Multiply this number of vernier division with the least count. This is the vernier scale
reading(V.S.R) Hence V.S.R = Vernier scale coincidence x Least count(L.C.)
4) Add the main scale reading to the vernier scale reading. This gives the observed
length. Hence, Observed Reading = Main scale reading + Vernier scale reading.
Advantages
Accuracy and precision
Integrated scales
Versatility
Durability
Cost
Disadvantages