INSIDE CALIPER Meaning and
Definition
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An inside caliper is a measuring tool commonly used in various fields such as engineering, metalworking, and woodworking. It is a type of caliper specifically designed to measure the internal dimensions of an object or the distance between two opposing surfaces within an enclosed space.
Typically made of stainless steel or other durable materials, an inside caliper consists of two curved legs connected at one end with a pivot joint or screw. The free ends of the legs are pointed and may have sharp tips or smaller extensions called spurs to facilitate precise measurements. To measure an inside diameter or distance, the caliper's legs are inserted into the space being measured and the screw or pivot joint is adjusted until the legs make light contact with the surfaces. The distance between the legs is then read from a scale or measured directly with a separate ruler or tape measure.
Inside calipers are particularly useful for accurately measuring the internal dimensions of objects such as pipes, cylinders, holes, and recesses, ensuring proper fits, clearances, or dimensions for subsequent construction or assembly. They offer the advantage of greater precision and control compared to other measuring tools like tape measures or rulers. With their ability to measure small or hard-to-reach spaces, inside calipers are an essential instrument for professionals who require accurate internal measurements for their work.
Common Misspellings for INSIDE CALIPER
- unside caliper
- jnside caliper
- knside caliper
- onside caliper
- 9nside caliper
- 8nside caliper
- ibside caliper
- imside caliper
- ijside caliper
- ihside caliper
- inaide caliper
- inzide caliper
- inxide caliper
- indide caliper
- ineide caliper
- inwide caliper
- insude caliper
- insjde caliper
- inskde caliper
Etymology of INSIDE CALIPER
The word "inside caliper" is a compound word consisting of "inside" and "caliper".
1. Inside: The word "inside" dates back to the late 14th century, derived from the Middle English word "inneside", which means "the interior or inner part". It is formed by combining the prefix "in-" (meaning "inwards") with the word "side" (meaning "part" or "surface").
2. Caliper: The word "caliper" originates from the Latin word "caliperium", meaning "tool for measuring", which was derived from the Greek word "kálpe", translated as "a shoemaker's last" or "a shoemaker's tool". It refers to a device used for measuring the distance between two opposite sides of an object.
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