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Download Solution PDFThe least count of a Vernier calliper is ______.
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The least count of any instrument is the smallest value that it can measure accurately.
Vernier Caliper
- A vernier caliper consists of two main parts:
- the main scale engraved on a solid L-shaped frame
- the vernier scale that can slide along the main scale
- A Vernier scale on caliper may have a least count of 0.02 mm.
- It is commonly used to measure accurately:
- outside diameters of shafts
- thicknesses of various parts
- diameters of holes or rings
- internal dimensions of hollow jobs or articles
Important Points
- A micrometer may have a least count of 0.01 mm
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