How Do You Read Measurements Taken With Dial Calipers?

Summary

In this instructional video, Kurt from Travers Tool Company explains how to read dial calipers, a favorite tool for precise measurements. He covers the basics of interpreting the numbers and lines on the caliper, detailing how to measure in whole inches, tenths, hundredths, and thousandths of an inch. Kurt provides several examples, demonstrating readings under and over an inch, and clarifies how to determine exact measurements using the dial. He also touches on the additional millimeter scale, though noting its inexactness when used with inch calipers. The video concludes with a practical demonstration of measuring a vise jaw, emphasizing the importance of practice for mastering dial caliper readings.

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