Micrometer
Precision, Measurement & Control

Micrometer

17th-century origins; industrial refinement in the 19th century

A micrometer converts rotation of a fine screw into a small, measurable linear movement. Its scale and controlled contact allow precise measurement of a component's dimensions.

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A micrometer converts rotation of a fine screw into a small, measurable linear movement. Its scale and controlled contact allow precise measurement of a component's dimensions.

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Image: Micrometers.jpg
Creator: Splarka at English Wikipedia
License: Public domain

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