Mitutoyo LCD Point Micrometer, Ratchet Stop, Inch/Metric

The Mitutoyo 342 series LCD point micrometer has a pointed spindle and anvil for measuring grooves and keyways, and an LCD digital readout that displays in inch and metric units with resolution to 0.00005” (0.001mm) for outside diameter (OD) measurement. It has a ratchet-stop mechanism for uniform pressure during adjustment, and Statistical Process Control (SPC) data output to transmit results to a computer or external device. The output jack transmits SPC results to a computer through an interface cable (sold separately).

The micrometer’s electronic microprocessor can hold measurements at any position, convert to absolute value, set a temporary zero position, and return to a true zero reading. The micrometer has an Ingress Protection 65 (IP65) rating, which means that components are resistant to penetration by dust and debris, and resistant to penetration by liquids and coolant up to the force of a low-pressure (to 30 kilonewtons/meter-squared) water jet. The frame is made of high-grade tool steel, and the spindle and anvil have carbide-tipped faces. A spindle lock helps provide secure locking of the measurement position. The unit comes with an SR44 battery and a fitted plastic case.

Micrometers are precision measuring instruments that use a calibrated screw to measure small distances. These measurements are translated into large rotations of the screw that are then able to be read from a scale or a dial. Micrometers are typically used in manufacturing, machining, and mechanical engineering. There are three types of micrometer: outside, inside, and depth. Outside micrometers may also be called micrometer calipers, and are used to measure the length, width, or outside diameter of an object. Inside micrometers are typically used to measure interior diameter, as in a hole. Depth micrometers measure the height, or depth, of any shape that has a step, groove, or slot.

Mitutoyo manufactures precision measuring tools, metrology equipment, and systems. The company was founded in Tokyo in 1934 and formed Mitutoyo America Corporation in 1963, which is headquartered in Aurora, IL.