Measurement and Instrumentation Lab

Experiment No. 1 Study of Bevel Protractor

Name: M. Yahya Jamshed

Roll no:039

Group no: A7

Instructor: Sir M. Waleed

Lab Date: 27th September 2022

Submission date: 18th October 2022

Department of Mechanical Engineering

Pakistan Institute of Engineering and Applied Sciences Nilore,

Islamabad
Table of Contents
Experiment No. 1 Study of Bevel Protractor

1. Abstract..........................................................................................................................................5
2. Apparatus.......................................................................................................................................5
3. Introduction...................................................................................................................................5
4. Theory.............................................................................................................................................6
5. Procedure.......................................................................................................................................7
6. Observations and Calculations.....................................................................................................7
7. Results and Discussion...................................................................................................................8
List Of Figures
Figure 1: Labeled diagram of bevel protractor…………………………………………..6
List Of Tables
Table 1: Observations………………………………………………………………..7
1. Abstract
This experiment has been carried out to understand and study the functioning and use of block
gauges, slip gauges, snap and plug gauge. These gauges are used to measures the thickness of different
cross sections. Experiment has been performed by using the block gauges.Thickness has been
measured and then compared with the thickness mentioned on gauges.Results has been shown in
table.Results obtained experimentally are quite satisfactory Error has been noticed in the values of
thickness which may be due to systematic errors or may contain parallax error.

2. Apparatus
• Bevel Protractor
• Objects under observation

3. Introduction
A bevel protractor is an instrument that is a graduated spherical protractor with one pivoted
arm that we use for making off the angles. Sometimes the Vernier scales have an attachment
for giving more precise readings. It plays a very important role in mechanical and architectural
drawing, although its general use is decreasing with the availability of modern drawing
software or CAD. The bevel protractor is useful for establishing and testing the angles to very
close tolerances. It reads to 5 arcminutes and can also measure angles from 0 degrees to 360
degrees. Because measurement and design involve the use of both analog and digital
measuring tools, this experiment is particularly valuable for engineering students, particularly
mechanical engineering students. To get better precision and reduce errors in the findings,
several instruments may be evaluated to find the best one that can deliver the desired accuracy
without adding significant time or expense. Woodworkers who need to build a more appealing
design with angles other than 45 and 90 degrees sometimes utilize the bevel protractor. Most
circular table saws include a scale to help you cut the right angles. A bevel protractor is a good
investment for huge tasks like creating treehouses and playgrounds. It aids at every step of the
construction process, from drawing to finishing touches
4. Theory
A protractor is a semicircular or circular tool used in geometry to measure angles or circles.
Protractors can be half-discs that have been used since ancient times. One or two swinging arms
are included in more complex protractors, such as bevel protractors, to help measure angles. A
graded circular protractor with a pivoting arm is known as a bevel protractor, and it can be used
to measure or mark off angles. To provide more precise readings, Vernier scales are added. It
has broad applications in mechanical and architecture however with the availability of modern
drawing software like CAD the tool is less likely used in that sphere.

Magnifying Vernier Scale

Glass
Base
Locking
Nut Main Scale

End Blade

Figure 1: Labeled diagram of bevel protractor

The beam, graded dial, and blade that make up the bevel protractor are all joined by a thumb nut
and secured to a swivel plate (with Vernier scale). When the edges of the beam and blade are
parallel, a little mark on the swivel plate aligns with the zero line on the graded display. If you
want to measure an angle of 90° or less between the beam and the blade, take a reading
immediately from the graduation number on the dial that is represented by the mark on the
swivel plate. Given that the dial is graded from opposite zero marks to 90° in each direction, it
is necessary to deduct the number of degrees printed on it from 180° to calculate angles greater
than 90°.

5. Procedure

1. Measure the room temperature at which the experiment is being performed.

Recommended temperature is 20◦C.
2. Check the zero error in the bevel protractor. And find the least count of the protractor.
3. Align the beam and the swivel plate with the edges of the part between which the angle is
to be measured.
4. Read the main scale to get the degrees. The value will be the whole degree division
surpassing the zero line of the Vernier caliper.
5. To read the Vernier scale reading, Read the value of the division of the Vernier scale at
which the division of the minute scale of the main scale is exactly matched.

6. Observation and Calculations

The least of the Bevel Protractor is found by using:
𝑉𝑎𝑙𝑢𝑒 𝑜𝑓 𝑂𝑛𝑒 𝑀𝑎𝑖𝑛 − 𝑆𝑐𝑎𝑙𝑒 𝐷𝑖𝑣𝑖𝑠𝑖𝑜𝑛
𝐿𝑒𝑎𝑠𝑡 𝐶𝑜𝑢𝑛𝑡 =
𝑇𝑜𝑡𝑎𝑙 𝑆𝑢𝑏 − 𝑆𝑐𝑎𝑙𝑒 𝐷𝑖𝑣𝑖𝑠𝑖𝑜𝑛

𝐿𝑒𝑎𝑠𝑡 𝐶𝑜𝑢𝑛𝑡 = 60/5= 5 𝑚𝑖𝑛𝑢𝑡𝑒𝑠

So, the least count of the Bevel Protractor is 5 minutes.

Table 1: Observations
Sr. Main Scale Vernier Scale Angle Angle
No. Reading Reading (in Radians) (in Degrees)
1 Right Angled Triangular Wooden Piece

41° 20' 41°20' 41.333°

2 Triangle 1

59° 0' 59°0' 59°

64° 20' 64°20' 64.16°

63° 30' 63°30' 63.33°

3 Triangle 2

54° 45' 54°45' 54.75°

32° 20' 32°20' 32.33°

89° 40' 89°40' 89.667°

4 Signboard Stand

84° 15' 84°15' 84.25°

The error in triangle 1 is

= (180-186.49)/ 180

=6.49/180
 =0.036

=3.6%

7. Results and Discussion