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Exp.1 Linear Measurements

This document provides instructions for an experiment on linear measurements using various tools. It introduces vernier calipers, dial calipers, external micrometers, and depth-gauge micrometers. The objectives are to familiarize students with the types and applications of calipers and micrometers, and to teach how to use them. Diagrams and descriptions are provided of the main parts and use of each tool. The procedure outlines the steps to take accurate linear measurements.

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Exp.1 Linear Measurements

This document provides instructions for an experiment on linear measurements using various tools. It introduces vernier calipers, dial calipers, external micrometers, and depth-gauge micrometers. The objectives are to familiarize students with the types and applications of calipers and micrometers, and to teach how to use them. Diagrams and descriptions are provided of the main parts and use of each tool. The procedure outlines the steps to take accurate linear measurements.

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Tafila Technical University

Faculty of Engineering
Department of Mechanical Engineering

Metrology Science LAB


“Experiment 1: Linear Measurements”

Student Name: Ahmad Nader Ghawanmeh.


Student ID: 320180101053.
Instructor Name: Dr. Rashid Abdul Latif Lotfi Abdullah.
2. Objectives:

• To familiarize the student with the types, applications of calipers and micrometers.
• To learn the basic principle of operation and design of different types of calipers and
micrometers.
• To learn how to use different types of calipers and micrometers for linear
measurements.

3. Apparatus:

a) Vernier calipers
b) Dial caliper
c) External micrometer
d) Depth-gauge micrometer
Vernier caliper

A Vernier caliper (figure 1.1) is a measuring device that can be used to find length and depth
measurements both inside and outside of an object. Machinist’s engineers and anyone needing
a precise measuring tool use caliper.

They come in various sizes one needing a precise measuring tool use caliper. They come in
various sizes depending on the application in which they are needed.

Figure 1-1 Vernier caliper main parts

Figure 1-2. Dial caliper Figure 1-3 Reading the vernier


The Micrometer

The micrometer type tools (figure 1.4) are used to measure external and internal dimensions,
as well as depths and heights.
A micrometer generally provides greater precision than the caliper but can measure a
smaller range of lengths the principle of such tools consists of the employment of a screw and
a nut, both having accurately cut threats. One complete revolution of the screw will advance it,
in relation to the nut threads, a distance equal to the lead of the thread.
Moreover, one complete revolution could be divided into a number of divisions thus reading
the device to a higher level of accuracy, enhancing the resolution of the device. The most
common micrometers are:
Outside micrometer Figure (1.4), Inside micrometers Figure (1.5) and Depth micrometers.
Figure (1.6).

Figure (1.4). Micrometer main parts.

Figure (1.5). Inside micrometers


Figure (1.6) Depth micrometer

5. Procedure:

1) Inspect the instrument to be used before making the measurement


2) Check the stated accuracy of the instrument
3) Clean the component and make sure it is free from dirt or burrs
4) Make sure that the measuring instrument has taken the correct position with respect
5) to the dimension to be measured
6) Record the reading

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