National Textile University

BSc. Textile Engineering

Lab Report
Laboratory Course Code: ME-2112

Laboratory Course Title: Engineering workshop practice

Semester: 4th

Section: A

Lab report. 7
Introduction to precision tools & practice of micrometer screw gauge, inside
micrometer & depth micrometer.
Introduction to precision tools & practice of micrometer screw gauge, inside micrometer & depth
micrometer.

Table of contents
Table of contents………………………….………………2
Introduction………………………………….…....………3
Objectives…………………………………….…...………3
Theory…………………………………………….…….…3
Tools………………………………………………...……..4
Procedure…………………………………………...……..4
Figure………………………………………………………4
Calculations………………………………………………..4
Precautions………………………………………..……….5

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Introduction to precision tools & practice of micrometer screw gauge, inside micrometer & depth
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Introduction:
Objectives:
To find out the least count of micrometer screw gauge.
To calculate the diameters of hollow cylinder.

Theory:
Micrometer screw gauge:
Micrometer is a device incorporating a calibrated screw widely used for precise measurement of
components in mechanics and machining. Micrometers are usually but not always in the form of
calipers.

Least count:
Least count = pitch/ no. of divisions on circular scale
= 0.5/ 50
= 0.01 mm
Zero error:
Error occurs when a zero on main scale does not coincide with a zero on circular scale.
If the zero of C.S is below the zero of main scale, then the actual measurement is more. And zero
error will be subtracted (positive zero error).
If the zero of C.S is above the main scale zero, then the actual measurement is less. And zero
error will be added (negative zero error).
Construction:
1. Anvil
2. Spindle
3. Frame
4. Lock
5. Sleeve
6. Thimble
7. Ratchet
Spindle is a very accurately machined screw and the object to be measured is placed between the
spindle and the anvil. The spindle is moved by turning the ratchet knob or thimble until the
object to be measured is lightly touched by both the spindle and the anvil.

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The C-shape (can be U-shape) body that anvil and barrel in constant relation to each other.
Barrel is also called sleeve more commonly. It is a stationary round component with the linear
scale on it. Thimble lock is the lock that tightens and holds the spindle stationary while taking
measurements. Screw is the heart of measurement, situated inside the barrel. Ratchet helps to
limit the applied pressure by slipping at adjusted torque.
Uses:
Micrometer is used in telescopes and microscopes to measure the apparent diameter of celestial
bodies or microscopic objects.
Inside micrometer:
Used to measure the diameter of holes.
Depth micrometer:
Measures depth of slots and steps.

Tools:
Micrometer screw gauge
Hollow cylinder

Procedure:
1.The ratchet was rotated so that anvil and spindle touch each other.
2.Zero error was checked.
3.No zero error was found.
4.The ratchet was rotated in the opposite direction and a hollow cylinder was inserted
between anvil and ratchet.
5. Measurements were noted.
6. The value that is visible at the end of the main scale was noted.
7. Then the circular scale reading that coincided with main scale line was noted.
8. C.S reading was then multiplied with least count. (C.S div x L.C)
9. The M.S reading was subtracted from C.S division x L.C.
10. Mean was calculated and volume of hollow cylinder was calculated by formula:
AxL
Where, A = A1 – A2 , A1 = πr12 , A2 = πr22

Calculations:
Least count = 0.01 mm

Main scale Circular scale C.S reading x A-B

reading (mm) reading L.C
A coinciding with B (mm)
M.S reading
25 28 0.28 24.72

25 7 0.07 24.93

Mean = 24.81 mm = 24.81/0.001 = 24810 um

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Precautions:
1. Do not rotate the micrometer with thimble or any other part instead of ratchet.
2. Zero error must be checked before experiment.
3. Make sure that the instrument is clean.
4. To avoid parallax errors make sure to keep your eye perpendicular to the scale.