Update 10/04/2024: Added ‘Outside legs’ version which make it easier to get measurements between the tips.
The aim was to design a pair of callipers that:
Other similar printed tools comprise of flat profiles which wobble & bend far too easily, they also have to be clamped together after the measurement is made, which is a bit of a faff and can result in excessive inaccuracy.
This model solves these problems by allowing you to quickly reference those lager dims. Increased strength is achieved from a monocoque-style leg design that houses all of the working components. The straight legs are 150mm long from the pivot centre, and open up to a maximum of 200mm. Drop a comment if you would like to see a larger version….
I am really pleased at just how well this assembles & works but feel I should caveat this by stating that this is a plastic tool, so should be used as indicative purposes…..and not sub millimetre precision.
I hope you like it!
If you do you may want to check out some of my other DatumCAD designs :)
Assembly:
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