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    The document discusses the vernier caliper, including its history, types, parts, uses, and importance of accuracy and precision. The vernier caliper allows for more accurate length measurements than a simple ruler through the use of a vernier scale. It can be used to measure both internal and external dimensions of objects. Key parts include the fixed and movable jaws, main scale, vernier scale, and depth probe. Proper use and storage helps maintain the precision and accuracy of measurements.

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    The document discusses the vernier caliper, including its history, types, parts, uses, and importance of accuracy and precision. The vernier caliper allows for more accurate length measurements than a simple ruler through the use of a vernier scale. It can be used to measure both internal and external dimensions of objects. Key parts include the fixed and movable jaws, main scale, vernier scale, and depth probe. Proper use and storage helps maintain the precision and accuracy of measurements.

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    The document discusses the vernier caliper, including its history, types, parts, uses, and importance of accuracy and precision. The vernier caliper allows for more accurate length measurements than a simple ruler through the use of a vernier scale. It can be used to measure both internal and external dimensions of objects. Key parts include the fixed and movable jaws, main scale, vernier scale, and depth probe. Proper use and storage helps maintain the precision and accuracy of measurements.

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    Parts of The Vernier Caliper

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    The document discusses the vernier caliper, including its history, types, parts, uses, and importance of accuracy and precision. The vernier caliper allows for more accurate length measurements than a simple ruler through the use of a vernier scale. It can be used to measure both internal and external dimensions of objects. Key parts include the fixed and movable jaws, main scale, vernier scale, and depth probe. Proper use and storage helps maintain the precision and accuracy of measurements.

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    Part I: Definition and History


     The vernier caliper is used to gain an additional digit
    of accuracy in length measurements compared to a
    simple ruler.
     A convenient tool to use when measuring the length
    of an object, the outer diameter of a round or
    cylindrical object, the inner diameter of a pipe, and
    the depth of a hole.

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     A vernier caliper consists of an L-shaped member with a scale
    engraved on the long shank . A sliding member is free to move on
    the bar and carries a jaw that matches the arm of the L. The
    vernier scale is engraved on a small plate that is attached to the
    sliding member.
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    A common tool used in laboratories and industries to
    accurately determine the fraction part of the least count
    division.

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     The concept of vernier scale was invented by
    Portuguese mathematician, Pedro Nunes. Hence
    vernier scale is also called as nonius at some parts
    of the world.
     In its current form vernier caliper was introduced
    in 1631 by Pierre Vernier of France

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    Part II: Types of Vernier Caliper


     Basic / Standard Vernier Caliper

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     Digital Vernier Caliper

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     Dial Vernier Caliper

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    Part III: Parts and Definition


    Fixed Jaw
    • Non-movable part of the vernier
    caliper
    • Keeps work piece in place and
    stable for accurate measurement

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    Movable Jaw
    • Consists of Vernier Scale
    (Nonius) for Imperial and Metric
    Reading
    • Serve as a marker for identifying
    objects measurement
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    Movable Jaw
    • Consists of Vernier Scale
    (Nonius) for Imperial and Metric
    Reading
    • Serve as a marker for identifying
    objects measurement
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    Outside Jaws
    • Use for Measuring external
    lengths of an object

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    Thumb Lever
    • Use to adjust the movable jaw to
    close the caliper touching the
    Workpiece

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    Main Beam / Bar
    • A Fixed Ruler
    • Where the Main scale (Metric
    and English) is engraved

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    Vernier Scale
    • Use to indicate fractional
    divisions of the main scale

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    Depth Measuring Blade
    • used to measure depths of an
    object or a hole

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    Locking Screw
    • Use to lock movable jaw to
    allow easy transferring of a
    measurement

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    Locking Screw
    Vernier Scale

    Main Beam / Bar


    Depth Measuring Blade
    Movable Jaw

    Fixed Jaw

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    Part II: Uses of Vernier Caliper


    Workpiece  The upper set of jaws on the
    caliper can be used to measure
    inside dimensions, such as the
    diameter of holes on a piece
    of wood or metal.
     Can also be used to measure
    inside dimension of holes with
    different shapes, e.g. square,
    rectangular, cylindrical, or
    hexagonal. Lastly, the upper
    Inside Jaw
    jaws can be used to measure
    the distance between 2 objects.

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     Outside dimensions include
    the outer diameter of a
    cylinder and total length of an
    object.
     The outer diameter of
    cylindrical objects can be
    measured by simply clamping
    the lower jaws of the caliper
    around the object.
     The caliper can also measure
    the length or width of an
    Workpiece Outside Jaw object by placing the object
    between the caliper’s jaws.

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     The Vernier caliper has a
    depth probe on the rear part.
    This probe can be extended
    from the edge of the hole to
    the other end of the hole.
    With the depth probe, one
    can measure the precise
    Depth
    Measuring
    depth of a hole in any piece
    Blade of wood or metal.

    Workpiece
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    1. Store calipers in separate containers provided.
    2. Keep graduations and markings on all calipers
    clean and legible.
    3. Do not drop any caliper. Small nicks or scratches
    can cause inaccurate measurements.
    4. Protect caliper points from damage.

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     Being true, correct and exact

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     The ability of a measurement to be
    consistently reproduced

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