Manufacturing Processes Lab – MEM564 / LS04/Ziyadi Rev.

02-2022

COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
SCHOOL OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

Program : Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) Mechanical (EM220/CEEM220)

Course : Manufacturing Processes Laboratory
Course Code : MEM564

LAB SHEET: METROLOGY

1.0 TITLE: Profile Measurement

2.0 INTRODUCTION

The profile projector is an optical a projection apparatus that can produce an enlarged projection
shadow of an object. The projection methods of examination are well adapted to the examination of
form tools, profile gauges, press-tools, gear teeth, screw thread etc. Sizes of the object may be
checked by direct measurement on the enlarged shadow and subsequent division by the
multiplication factor. The magnification factor is accurate and that the design of the apparatus permits
maximum latitude in holding and adjusting the object.
 Manufacturing Processes Lab – MEM564 / LS04/Ziyadi Rev. 01-2014

3.0 OBJECTIVE

To check the profile and measure the geometrical parameters of the given specimen i.e
(screw thread) by using profile projector.

4.0 APPARATUS

 Screw Thread Plug Gauge (as specimen)

 Profile Projector (Horizontal/Vertical)

5.0 METHOD OF APPROACH

A briefing session will be conducted prior to students carrying out the measurement on the specimen.
Please take note of the procedures for setting up the specimen on the profile projector.Using suitable
magnification,adjust the focusing knob to ensure the shadow obtained is sharp and clear. Movements
can be made through micrometer adjustment. Parameters to be measured on the specimen are:

 Major diameter
 Minor diameter
 Effective diameter

6.0 LAB REPORT PREPARATION:

The report should include the following items:

 Tabulation of reading parameters (min 3 readings) and overall results.

 Calculation of the percentage of error for each of those parameters.
 Evaluation of by comparing with the theoretical value by (refer to Metric Standard table for
screw thread (ISO 6H))
 Comment on the shortcomings of measurement involving measurement using optical system
such as the effect of helix screw thread.