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Experiment No. 2
1.0 TITLE:
Use of vernier caliper and micrometer to measure dimensions of given jobs.
3.2 Proposition:
Least count of measuring instrument is the ratio of smallest division on main scale and
total number of divisions on vernier scale or thimble scale.
Concept structure:
3.3 Proposition:
Total reading = Main scale reading + (least count x vernier scale reading) of vernier
caliper
Concept structure:
3.4 Proposition:
Total reading of micrometer is
= Main scale reading + (least count x thimble scale reading)
Concept structure:
5.0 APPARATUS:
List of Instruments used in this experiments:
1. Vernier caliper : 0 – 150 mm
2. Micrometer : 0 – 25 mm, 25 – 50 mm
At least four sample work pieces for measurement such as piston, cylinder block, connecting
rod, bearing, crank shaft etc.
6.0 DIAGRAM:
7.0 PROCEDURE:
7.1 Brief theory:
Vernier Caliper:
Construction: It consists of two scales. Fixed scale is called as a main scale & it is calibrated on L-
shaped frame, which carries a fixed jaw. The movable scale is called as vernier scale & it slides
over the main scale, which carries movable jaw. When the two measuring jaws are in contact with
each other, the scale should show zero reading. An adjustable screw is provided for fine adjustment
of movable jaw. Also, a lock nut is provided to lock the sliding scale on main scale.
Working: The movable jaw assembly is so adjusted that the two measuring jaws just touch the
work piece to be measured. Then the lock nut is tightened. Final adjustment depends upon the
sense of the correct feel & it is made by the adjusting screw. As the adjusting screw rotates the
movable jaw also moves. After final adjustment has been made, the other locking nut is also tightened
& the reading is taken.
9.0 CONCLUSIONS:
Write the name of component and its measured dimensions.