How to Read a Vernier Caliper

Vernier caliper is one of the most famous and widely used instruments for measuring purposes. It's structure is a bit complicated for someone who hasn't seen it before. However, once you get comfortable with this unique apparatus, you would be able to take measurements of objects quickly and accurately. Before we know how to read a vernier caliper, let us know of its basic structure below.



Vernier Caliper Structure



The structure of the vernier caliper can be classified into following parts:

1. Main body of the vernier caliper

2. Upper jaws of the caliper

3. Frame of vernier

4. Caliper locking screw

5. Depth pole of the caliper

6. Vernier readout

7. Outside diameter jaws of the caliper