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How to Position a Vernier Caliper

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    1. How to Position a Vernier Caliper, Good Practice: step 1, image 1 of 2 How to Position a Vernier Caliper, Good Practice: step 1, image 2 of 2
      • Use the metal wheel contacting the measured surfaces.

      • This will allow for a more repeatable measurement.

      • Extend the calibration life of the device. Preventing damage to the measuring surfaces or measured part.

      • Make use of the locking mechanism.

      • Occasionally the device has to be positioned in a way that cannot be read.

      • Always prioritize comfort. If there is a change the jaws can move when attempting to read. Lock the device. Move it to you.

      • Ensure the part is secure, use flat surfaces, try to use the vernier comfortably with both hands.

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    2. How to Position a Vernier Caliper, External Feature: step 2, image 1 of 3 How to Position a Vernier Caliper, External Feature: step 2, image 2 of 3 How to Position a Vernier Caliper, External Feature: step 2, image 3 of 3
      • External features are measured as shown.

      • These sections of the jaws have a knife edge,

      • Used to measure smaller features with low clearances.

      • These sections have a flat edge.

      • Used to measure larger features with perpendicular surfaces.

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    3. How to Position a Vernier Caliper, Internal Feature: step 3, image 1 of 1
      • Internal features are measured as shown.

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    4. How to Position a Vernier Caliper, Height: step 4, image 1 of 3 How to Position a Vernier Caliper, Height: step 4, image 2 of 3 How to Position a Vernier Caliper, Height: step 4, image 3 of 3
      • Heights of steps are measured as shown.

      • Butt the head of the caliper against one surface.

      • Butt the head of the slider against the other surface.

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    5. How to Position a Vernier Caliper, Depth: step 5, image 1 of 2 How to Position a Vernier Caliper, Depth: step 5, image 2 of 2
      • Depth of holes are measured as shown.

      • Position the blade to the center of the hole.

      • Hold the end of the caliper flush the surface of the hole.

      • Extend the slider until the blade bottoms out the hole.

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