Description

When doing exact measurements in the machine shop, the caliper is a vital tool for machinists. Digital Slide Caliper or dial calipers, Vernier calipers, digital calipers, etc. are examples of typical caliper tools.

The instrument or tool called a Digital Slide Caliper is used to measure the distance between two opposing sides of an object. It has two adjustable legs or jaws. For measuring thicknesses and internal or external dimensions that are inaccessible to a scale, calipers are frequently used.

To acquire precise proportions of a CNC machined item, the INNOVATE Digital Slide Caliper must be set to the desired dimension using a ruler or a common plug or hole gauge. The operator’s sense of touch will have an impact on the measurement’s accuracy.

For taking precise measures, a Digital Slide Caliper is a calibrated precision measuring device. Vernier calipers are no longer as common as Digital Slide Caliper. Digital Slide Caliper are more simpler to use and read thanks to the feature at their center, the dial indicator.

Normally, minor amounts of movement and material thickness are measured with dial calipers. They are particularly well-liked for machining and automotive applications. A dial caliper has two sets of graduations. The main scale’s markings are spaced every tenth (0.1) of an inch.

To get a more precise reading, the INNOVATE Digital Slide Caliper relies on the alignment of line segments. The length of the object to be measured is positioned between the Digital Slide Caliper’s two jaws.

The result (fraction of a millimeter or inch) is displayed on a straightforward dial by the Digital Slide Caliper. When using a dial caliper to measure, you must first read the full inches or centimeters from the slide and then add the measurement in the circular dial.

A small, precise rack and pinion is located on the dial caliper and it rotates a pointer on a circular dial once every inch, tenth of an inch, or one millimeter. The dial is typically made to be rotatable in order to measure the size difference between two items. A lever or screw can be used to lock the sliding of a Digital Slide Caliper.

The Digital Slide Caliper is one of the most often owned and utilized precise measuring tools because it is an exceedingly adaptable tool that can be used in a variety of circumstances. A variety of distances, internal dimensions, and external diameters can be measured with caliper gages. Measurements made using a micrometer are frequently more exact.

The Digital Slide Caliper offers extremely accurate measurements when used by a highly skilled user. About once a year, caliper gages need to be recalibrated, and they should be frequently inspected for wear and corrosion. A Digital Slide Caliper has substantially smaller upper jaws that are situated on the upper part of the instrument.

One upper jaw is fixed while the other is free to move along the measurement scale, similar to the lower jaws. The interior boundaries of the space can be easily measured with the upper jaws for measuring inside dimensions.
The depth rod, which extends from the main scale’s end to gauge the depth of a step or hole, is a thin rod. The caliper gauge’s center, big measurement scale, which runs along the tool body, serves as the main scale.

Features of Digital Slide Caliper:

• Made from high quality stainless steel
• Depth measurement probe
• Thumb roller and lock
• Easy to read shock-proof dial display
• Lightweight and portable
• Adjustable Gauge
• Fine Adjustment Thumb Wheel
• Locking Knob
• Inside, outside, step and depth measurement.

Properties

• Accurate Measurements: Has an accuracy of ±0.001″; perfect caliper measuring tool for machining or household/DIY measurements
• 4 Measuring Capabilities: This vernier caliper can be used to measure inside and outside dimensions, depths, and steps with 2 sets of jaws and a depth rod
• Knurled Lock: Features a knurled lock screw that holds the sliding jaw in position when required; a covered rack helps prevent dirt and debris from entering it and a thumb-operated fine adjustment roller allows for one-handed use
• Dial Graduations: The dial hand completes one revolution every 0.1″ and features a white dial with 0.001″ graduations; the beam has engraved 0.10″ graduations with a large easy-to-read dial
• Supplied in a shop hardened fitted case