How to Use Tool Maker Microscope?

Pitch measurement of a hacksaw blade
  1. Switch on the microscope light.
  2. Select lens for precision operation.
  3. Place the blade and glass table (stage) and rotate the wheel on the right side of the microscope to get a clear image.
  4. Ensure that the cross line of the microscope coincides with one of the edge of the blade.

What is the working principle of tool makers microscope?

 A toolmakers microscope is a measuring device that can be used to measure up to 1/100th of an mm.  It works on the principle of a screw gauge, but a few changes were added to it to make its operation more easier.  It needs application of optics too.

How do you measure the pitch of the screw thread by using the tool maker's microscope?

Pitch measuring machine When the pointer is accurately placed in position, the micrometer reading is noted. The stylus is then moved along into the next thread space, by rotation of the micrometer, and a second reading taken. The difference between the two readings is the pitch of the thread.

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