What is a micrometer screw gauge used for?

Answer by  DavidS (1517)

It is for small screws such as machine screws. It is also useful for precise measurements in thousandths of an inch. These tools are used by machinists quite a bit.

Answer by  Matt78 (6)

A micrometre screw gauge or other wise known as a micrometre is used for precise measurement of small distances in mechanical engineering and machining. It can also be used in most mechanical trades along with other metrological instruments. Examples of basic types can include outside micrometre, inside micrometre and depth micrometre.

Answer by  Stardancer (295)

It is also known as a micrometer it is used to obtain extremely accurate and precise measurements of a variety of objects and materials, ranging from human hair to machined metal objects.

Answer by  lsanger (5)

It is used to measure small distances. The first one was invented in the 17th century. There are several types of micrometer screw gauges which are manufactured for varying uses.

Answer by  Amescu (29)

Measuring the thickness or diameter of rigid material like metal to a high accuracy, often to one ten thousandths of an inch.