Starrett® 79A-8 - 79 Series™ 0 to 8" SAE and Metric Outside Caliper

79 Series™ 0 to 8" SAE and Metric Outside Caliper (79A-8) by Starrett®. Starrett 79 Series "Yankee" Spring-Type Outside Calipers with Flat Legs and Solid Nut are made from a high-grade steel and well-finished. The legs are made of flat stock and are very durable. Calipers feature a hardened fulcrum stud, strong and flexible bow string, and centrally located leg adjustment to assure smooth action. Caliper size and capacity is 8". 8" (200mm) with Solid Nut assure smooth action. Caliper size and capacity is 8".

Specifications

Features

• Starrett Yankee Calipers and Dividers are made from a high-grade steel and well-finished
• The bow spring, although flexible, is exceedingly strong to assure reliability
• The Starrett quick-adjusting automatic-closing spring nut is designed for making fast, positive adjustments
• Fulcrum stud is hardened and has a smooth bearing surface
• The legs are made of flat stock and are very durable
• The threads of the nut firmly engage the screw at the slightest pressure from the leg
• When the pressure is withdrawn, the nut automatically releases itself, sliding freely over the screw

Founded in 1880, Starrett® became a top manufacturer of high-quality precision tools, measuring instruments, gages as well as saws and hand tool products for industrial, professional, and other markets throughout the world. The company's products are designed and made to meet or exceed accuracy and performance requirements of national and international standards. With over five generations of innovation, excellent quality, and unparalleled precision, the Starrett brand remains distinctly American.