Understanding Dial Calipers

Kurt from Travers Tool Company explains how to read dial calipers, focusing on understanding the numbers and lines on the dial. He provides examples of measurements, explains the millimeter scale, and demonstrates a practical measurement. The video emphasizes the importance of practice in mastering the use of dial calipers.

What are the three types of calipers mentioned in the video?

• Digital, Metric, Analog

• Digital, Dial, Vernier

• Analog, Digital, Vernier

• Dial, Metric, Vernier

What does each line on the dial of a caliper represent?

• One tenth of an inch

• One thousandth of an inch

• One hundredth of an inch

• One inch

If the needle on the dial is on zero and the last visible number is 7, what is the measurement?

• 7000 thousandths of an inch

• 7 thousandths of an inch

• 70 thousandths of an inch

• 700 thousandths of an inch

How do you determine if a measurement is over 800 thousandths of an inch?

• The needle is on zero

• The needle is past 70 and 5 spaces beyond

• The needle is on 70

• The needle is on 8

What is the measurement if the caliper shows one inch and 25 thousandths?

• 1.025 inches

• 1.025 thousandths

• 1.25 inches

• 1.125 inches

How can you tell if a measurement is not quite up to 900 thousandths?

• The needle is on zero

• The needle is two thousandths less than zero

• The needle is on 8

• The needle is on 9

What is the significance of the lines on the top of the caliper scale?

• They are in millimeters

• They are in inches

• They are in feet

• They are in centimeters

What should you do to get the smallest number when measuring with calipers?

• Keep the calipers still

• Wiggle the calipers slightly

• Release the thumb wheel

• Press the calipers hard

What is the measurement if the needle is two thousandths less than zero?

• 596 thousandths

• 602 thousandths

• 598 thousandths

• 600 thousandths

What is the best way to improve your skills in reading dial calipers?

• Read the manual

• Ask for help

• Watch more videos

• Practice regularly