What type of caliper is used in conjunction with a scale?

The slide caliper, often called a caliper gauge, is designed to work in conjunction with a scale for precision measurement. This type of caliper features a fixed arm and a movable arm that slides along the scale, allowing for accurate measurements of inner and outer dimensions, as well as depths.

In practice, the slide caliper’s mechanism allows users to read measurements directly from the scale, providing versatility for various measuring tasks. The scale typically has graduated markings that enable fine readings, which makes it ideal for situations where exact dimensions are critical.

Other types of calipers, such as the vernier, electronic, and dial calipers, also serve different functions but may not be specifically designed to be used in conjunction with a standard measuring scale. For instance, vernier calipers have a sliding scale that can provide more precise measurements compared to a simple ruler, but they rely on their own graduated scale. Electronic calipers display measurements digitally and do not require a separate scale, while dial calipers show measurements via a dial gauge rather than a linear scale.