Maybe parallax is too much of a problem with the calipers, since you have to move your head back and forth to try to take the reading. You don't have a way to be sure that your eye is looking at a right angle to the stream, but with the traveling microscope, you are assured of no parallax issues.ryanuser said:Hi, there is a question I am not sure about. We are trying to measure the width(thickness) of water as it is streaming from the tap and draining into the sink, my question is why use of vernier calliper is inappropriate and traveling microscope is suitable for this measurement? Thanks
I'm guessing that the scale goes behind the stream, and the microscope goes in front of it. As long as the arm supporting the microscope is offset enough, nothing seems like it should get wet...Nidum said:In practical terms neither vernier nor microscope perform very well in water unless they have special protection built in . Use an IP64 or better Vernier and arrange some splash guarding for the microscope - plastic bags will do
ryanuser said:Hi, there is a question I am not sure about. We are trying to measure the width(thickness) of water as it is streaming from the tap and draining into the sink, my question is why use of vernier calliper is inappropriate and traveling microscope is suitable for this measurement? Thanks
A traveling microscope is a scientific instrument used to measure the dimensions of small objects with high accuracy. It consists of a microscope mounted on a movable stage that can be adjusted to measure the length or thickness of an object. A vernier calliper, on the other hand, is a handheld tool used to measure linear dimensions such as length, diameter, or thickness. The main difference between the two is that a traveling microscope uses precise optical magnification for measurement, while a vernier calliper relies on mechanical measurement using a calibrated scale and a vernier scale.
Both a traveling microscope and a vernier calliper can provide accurate measurements, but a traveling microscope is generally more accurate for measuring small dimensions. This is because it uses magnification to enhance the measurement, resulting in a more precise reading. A vernier calliper, while still accurate, may have a slight margin of error due to human error in reading the scales.
No, a traveling microscope is specifically designed for linear measurements and cannot be used for non-linear measurements. It relies on a stage that moves in a straight line, making it unsuitable for measuring curved or irregular surfaces. In contrast, a vernier calliper can measure both linear and non-linear dimensions.
The choice between a traveling microscope and a vernier calliper depends on the specific research needs. However, in general, a traveling microscope is more commonly used in scientific research as it can provide highly accurate measurements for small objects. Vernier callipers are more commonly used in everyday applications or in industries such as engineering and manufacturing.
Both instruments have their own limitations. A traveling microscope may be limited in its range of measurement and may not be suitable for measuring larger objects. A vernier calliper, on the other hand, may have limitations in terms of accuracy for very small dimensions. Additionally, both instruments require proper calibration and maintenance to ensure accurate measurements.