Take a walk and observe a machine shop and analyze their inventory. It’s a must that they have the most commonly used measuring tools available to you without questions or concerns. If they don't, that's a problem, since these tools are the most popularly used precision tools to complete any machinery project or operation. There are numerous measuring tools used to complete one simple project. It takes great knowledge to have a full understanding of when to use which tool. Some might get them confused, but here is a simple breakdown of some commonly known measuring tools used in the tool industry. Ever begin working on a project and are so overwhelmed by all the different parts and tools and you just blank. Here’s a reminder of the commonly used all machinists should have access to while working with machinery.

Must haves in the Workplace

1.Vernier Caliper

●Simply, this tool measures linear dimensions between the two opposite sides of an object.

○Have two easily adjustable tips that can be pushing up against the opposing sides of an object

2.Micrometer

●Used to measure the length and depth of an object

○Determines thickness

●Very similar to how a Caliper works, however, a micrometer is used to measure the external measurement and the diameter of the object

○Extreme accuracy, designed to measure within one one-thousandth of an inch

3.Steel Scale

●A simple tool used to measure linear objects

○Chose to measure in cm or in

4.Vernier Height Gauge

●Strictly determining height

○Extremely high precision and accuracy

5.Vernier Depth Gauge

●Measures the depth of the object

○Measuring depth of holes

6.Bevel Protractor

●Used for measuring specific angles of an object

7.Dial Gage

●Plunger Gauge

○Simplest and most popular used dial gauge

●Level Gauge

○Measures sensitive contact, also known as the test indicator

Measuring Tools have been created and currently evolving day by day. Currently in the digital generation, tools are evolving to fit the standards of modern-day technology. Whereas, it’s extremely important to understand the variety of tools one needs while working with machinery to achieve data accuracy.