In metrology, Measuring instruments and comparators play a significant role, Measuring instruments are used to measure the actual dimension of the workpiece, whereas the comparators are used for comparison of the actual dimension with the working standard. Let’s see the difference between Gauges and Comparators. Difference between Comparators and Measuring Instruments / Comparators Vs Measuring […]
What is the difference between Gauges and Comparators?
In metrology, gauges and comparators play a significant role, Gauges are used to determine whether a dimension lies within the given range whereas the comparators are used for comparison of the actual dimension with the working standard. In this article, we are going to discuss What is the difference between Gauges and Comparators. let’s see […]
What are the different MultiCheck Comparators?
A comparator is a precision instrument used to compare the Dimensions of a given working component with the actual working standard. There are different types of comparators are available. In this article, we are going to discuss the Multicheck Comparator. Multicheck Comparator is one types of comparators. Multicheck comparator is meant to inspect the multiple dimensions of an object at […]
What is Optical Profile Projector working principle?
A comparator is a precision instrument used to compare the Dimensions of a given working component with the actual working standard. There are different types of comparators are available. In this article, we are going to discuss the Optical Profile Projector in detail. An Optical Profile Projector is a type of comparators. What is meant by a projector? A projector is […]
Pneumatic Comparators or Pressure Comparators |Metrology|
A comparator is a precision instrument used to compare the Dimensions of a given working component with the actual working standard. There are different types of comparators are available. In this article, we are going to discuss the Pneumatic Comparators or Pressure Comparators What are Pneumatics? The instruments which are operated by the gas or air under pressure are called Pneumatic. In […]
Electrical comparators and Electronic Comparators
A comparator is a precision instrument used to compare the Dimensions of a given working component with the actual working standard. There are different types of comparators are available. In this article, we are going to discuss the Electrical comparators and Electronic Comparators. Electrical comparators convert the linear movement of the plunger into electrical signals and these signals further calibrated with […]
Optical Comparators | Mechanical-Optical Comparators
A comparator is a precision instrument used to compare the Dimensions of a given working component with the actual working standard. There are different types of comparators are available. An optical comparator is one of the types of a comparator which is made up of optical means. What is meant by Optical mean? Let’s see what are they? In optical […]
What is Sigma Comparator In Metrology?
Topic: What is Sigma Comparator In metrology? A comparator is a precision instrument used to compare the Dimensions of given working component with the actual working standard. There are different types of comparators are available. Sigma Comparator is one of the Types of Mechanical comparators. Let’s Quickly go through the subject… This Sigma Comparator is also provided with a frictionless linear […]
Radius Gauges | Fillet Gauges | How to use Fillet Gauges?
Radius Gauges are also known for Fillet gauges. In metrology, Fillet gauges designed to check/measure both internal and external radii on curved surfaces. This is not a precision measuring instrument, rather it allows the user to quickly determine the fillet value. By the way, Are the Fillet and Radius are the same? No.Not exactly. There is a […]
What is Wire Gauge? How to Use Wire Gauge? Wire Gauge Tables
In Metrology, Wire gauges are used to measure the diameters of the wires. These wire gauges are available in a circular or oblong shape and it is having notches along the edges of the shape(as shown in below picture) and each notch is stamped with wire size number. This wire gauge can also be used […]
What is Reed Type Mechanical Comparator In Metrology?
Topic: What is Reed Type Mechanical Comparator In Metrology? A comparator is a precision instrument used to compare the Dimensions of given working component with the actual working standard. There are different types of comparators are available Reed type Mechanical comparator is one of the types of Mechanical Comparators. Ok, let’s Get into the topic quickly… What is meant by Reed In […]
What is Johansson Mikrokator? | Metrology
Topic: What is Johansson Mikrokator? | Metrology A comparator is a precision instrument used to compare the Dimensions of given working component with the actual working standard. There are different types of comparators are available Johansson Mikrokator is one of the Mechanical comparators types Let’s Quickly go through the subject… Johansson Mikrocator was first developed by C.E Johansson, so from then […]
What are the Mechanical Comparators? | Metrology
A comparator is a precision instrument used to compare the Dimensions of a given workpiece component with the actual working standard. There are different types of comparators are available Mechanical Comparators are the type of comparator which is made up of mechanical means. What mechanical means? Is this is a question raised in your mind too? […]
What is Slip Gauges or Gauge Blocks?
Slip Gauges are known as Gauge Blocks. They are Precise Measuring instruments. These Slip Gauges are universally accepted end Standard of length. You know, Johanson first introduced the slip gauges, so they can be called as Johanson gauges as well. And he is a Sweedish Engineer. Construction of Slip Gauge / Gauge Blocks / Johanson gauges […]
What is a Comparator in Metrology ? | Types of Comparators
In Metrology, The comparator is a Precision Instrument, which is used to compare the dimensions of the given component with the actual working standard. The Comparator is an indirect type of precision measurement because it will not measure the dimension, it will indicate the difference in measurement between the given component and working standard, and another […]
V-Block | What is V-Block? | Uses of V-Block |
In Metrology V-Block are material holding devices for the machining operations such as milling or drilling etc. In this article, we have discussed what is V-block, Construction of V-Block, Uses of V-Block. What is V-Block? V-Block is a jig structure which is having True V faces(Grooves) and slots. This is a Cast iron structure. The […]
Dial Indicator | Dial Gauge | Types Of Dial Indicators | Working Principle
The Dial indicator is a mechanical mean, having gears and pinions or levers for magnification system. They can responses to linear measurements even when they are too small. The Dial Indicators can be used as comparators. Basically, comparators are the precession measuring instruments used to compare the workpiece measurements with the standard measurements. When this […]
Scalar and Vector | Definitions | Differences
In physics, Scalar and Vector are two distinct quantities of measurements. In this article, we are going to discuss the definitions with the examples. Scalar and Vector Definitions Scalar is a single dimension quantity whereas the Vector is a two-dimensional quantity. Scalar has a magnitude and vector will have both magnitude and direction. Make sense?…… No? …… […]
Micrometer Screw gauge, Working Principle, construction, Reading measurements
Topic: Micrometer, Working Principle, construction, Reading measurements. The Micrometer is known for screw gauge because a calibrated screw is used for precise measurements. The accuracy of the micrometre screw gauge is 0.01. This is very high accuracy compared to the vernier calliper accuracy 0.02. Most of the engineering works have to require more precession. so screw gauge is […]
Creo Tutorials for the Beginner | Creo User Interface tutorials
This is a Creo beginner tutorial course. As a Creo beginner, first of all, we need to focus on the interface of the CAD system. This following video tutorial helps you to give a quick start with the Creo user interface. Creo Tutorials for Beginner – 001. Creo User Interface part 1 Video Notes: Creating […]
