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articles:calipers-advantages_and_disadvantages [2019/03/17 18:44] – [Vernier calipers] rrandall | articles:calipers-advantages_and_disadvantages [2019/03/17 18:46] – [Dial calipers] rrandall | ||
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**Disadvantages: | **Disadvantages: | ||
- | * 300mm / 12" is usually the maximum length | + | * 300mm / 12" is usually the maximum length available |
* Legs only available in " | * Legs only available in " | ||
* Sensitive to dust and grime | * Sensitive to dust and grime | ||
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**Advantages: | **Advantages: | ||
* Available in many lengths | * Available in many lengths | ||
- | * Available in many versions (e.g. leg length and form) | + | * Available in many versions (e.g., length and form) |
* Most can display both metric and inches | * Most can display both metric and inches | ||
* More accurate than vernier or dial calipers | * More accurate than vernier or dial calipers |