{"product_id":"outside-spring-caliper-400mm-range-0-390mm","title":"Outside Spring Caliper 400mm Range 0-390mm","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"accud-product-description\"\u003e\r\n    \u003cdiv id=\"accud-desc-header\"\u003e\r\n        \u003cspan class=\"description-headingBox\"\u003eOutside Spring Caliper 0 - 390mm Range\r\n            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0080BC\"\u003eSERIES 984\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\r\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\r\n    \u003cp\u003eAn Outside Spring Caliper is a mechanical measuring tool used to measure the external dimensions of an object,\r\n        such as the outside diameter or thickness of a part. It is commonly used in metalworking, woodworking, and other\r\n        crafts to take accurate measurements and transfer dimensions between tools or workpieces. The spring mechanism\r\n        provides tension, allowing the user to finely adjust the legs of the caliper for precise measurements.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n    \u003ch4\u003eApplications\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n    \u003col\u003e\r\n        \u003cli\u003e\r\n            \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMetalworking and Machining:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n            \u003cul\u003e\r\n                \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChecking Diameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e Commonly used to check the\r\n                    outside diameter of cylindrical objects like pipes, rods, or turned\r\n                    components on a lathe.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n                \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMachining Tolerances:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps machinists maintain\r\n                    tight tolerances during the machining process by taking quick\r\n                    comparative measurements.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n            \u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\r\n        \u003cli\u003e\r\n            \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWoodworking:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n            \u003cul\u003e\r\n                \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasuring Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e In woodworking, it is used to\r\n                    measure the thickness of wooden parts or ensure consistency when shaping\r\n                    round or curved surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n                \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurning Operations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Frequently used during\r\n                    woodturning operations to measure the diameter of turned pieces on a\r\n                    lathe.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n            \u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\r\n        \u003cli\u003e\r\n            \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCraftsmanship:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n            \u003cul\u003e\r\n                \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandcrafted Items:\u003c\/strong\u003e Used by artisans and\r\n                    craftspeople to measure and transfer dimensions when creating custom\r\n                    pieces or duplicating parts.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n            \u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\r\n        \u003cli\u003e\r\n            \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInspection and Quality Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n            \u003cul\u003e\r\n                \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComparative Measurement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Used in quality control to\r\n                    compare the size of a finished workpiece to a standard or template.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n            \u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003c\/ol\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c!-- Features Advantages --\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv id=\"accud-product-description\"\u003e\r\n    \u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n    \u003col\u003e\r\n        \u003cli\u003e\r\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpring Mechanism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n        \u003cul\u003e\r\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth Adjustment:\u003c\/strong\u003e The caliper features a strong spring \r\n            mechanism that provides tension between the two legs. This spring allows \r\n            for smooth and controlled adjustments when measuring.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsistent Pressure:\u003c\/strong\u003e The spring ensures consistent \r\n            pressure when measuring the outside of a workpiece, helping to improve measurement \r\n            accuracy.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\r\n        \u003cli\u003e\r\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurved Legs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n        \u003cul\u003e\r\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExternal Measurement:\u003c\/strong\u003e The two curved legs of the caliper \r\n            are designed to measure the external dimensions of round objects, such as \r\n            shafts, cylinders, and pipes. The legs are placed around the object, and \r\n            the measurement is taken by adjusting the span.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\r\n        \u003cli\u003e\r\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocking Nut or Screw:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n        \u003cul\u003e\r\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition Lock:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once the desired span is achieved, the \r\n            caliper has a locking nut or screw that allows the user to lock the legs \r\n            in place. This ensures that the measurement remains consistent and can be \r\n            transferred or repeated easily.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\r\n        \u003cli\u003e\r\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDurable Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n        \u003cul\u003e\r\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardened Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Most outside spring calipers are made \r\n            from hardened steel or other durable materials, making them resistant to \r\n            wear and able to maintain precision over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorrosion Resistant:\u003c\/strong\u003e The material is often treated \r\n            to resist corrosion, making the caliper suitable for use in workshop environments \r\n            where it may be exposed to oil, grease, or moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\r\n        \u003cli\u003e\r\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVarious Sizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n        \u003cul\u003e\r\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable in Different Ranges:\u003c\/strong\u003e Outside spring calipers \r\n            come in various sizes, with different measuring ranges to accommodate small \r\n            or large workpieces.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003c\/ol\u003e\r\n    \r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c!-- Specs --\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv id=\"accud-product-description\"\u003e\r\n    \u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"img-responsive\" alt=\"\" src=\"images\/accud\/984-series-specs.png\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003eExtra Info\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c!-- More info --\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv id=\"accud-product-description\"\u003e\r\n    \u003ch4\u003eHow to Use an Outside Spring Caliper:\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n    \u003col\u003e\r\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjust the Legs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place the caliper's legs around the \r\n        outside of the object to be measured.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine-Tune the Measurement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adjust the legs until they \r\n        just make contact with the surface of the object, ensuring that the pressure \r\n        is consistent but not excessive.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLock the Position:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once the desired span is achieved, \r\n        lock the caliper in place using the locking nut or screw.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRead or Transfer the Measurement:\u003c\/strong\u003e The span between the \r\n        legs can be transferred to a ruler or compared to a standard to determine \r\n        the object's dimension.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003c\/ol\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Saddle Creek","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67535837004066,"sku":"AC984-016-01","price":726.8,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/saddlecreek.co.za\/products\/outside-spring-caliper-400mm-range-0-390mm","provider":"Saddle Creek","version":"1.0","type":"link"}