Vernier calliper by Holtzapffel
- maker:
- Holtzapffel and Company
Vernier calliper by Holtzapffel for measuring up to 8" in 1/10" graduations and to an accuracy of 0.01" using the vernier.
Callipers were a standard measuring instrument of any mechanic, and remained in widespread use even after more precise measuring instruments such as the micrometer became available. This pair measures up to 8 inches to an accuracy of 0.01inch. These callipers were made by Holtzapffel another noted machine maker.
Details
- Category:
- Industrial Metrology
- Object Number:
- 1976-354
- Materials:
- brass with steel jaws
- Measurements:
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11.5354 x 3.937 x .5906 in.; 29.3 x 10 x 1.5 cm
- type:
- vernier caliper
- credit:
- Paston-Green, J.
