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Mitutoyo ABSOLUTE 500-196-20 Digital Caliper, Stainless Steel, Battery Powered, Inch/Metric, 0-6" Range, +/-0.001" Accuracy, 0.0005" Resolution

4.7 out of 5 stars 166 customer reviews
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Specifications for this item
Brand Name Mitutoyo
Part Number 500-196-20
Number of Items 1
Material Type Stainless Steel
Size 0-6"
Specification Met N/A
System of Measurement Inch/Metric
UPC 000000000093 , 520480532292 , 603908399506 , 520480532315 , 603908314196
Additional Features Thumb roller^zero-setting
Display LCD
EAN 0520480532315 , 0520480532292 , 4946368526287 , 0000000000093 , 5055396122237 , 5055413663934 , 0603908399506 , 0603908314196
Is Recalled? N
Item Depth 40mm
Item Weight 13.6 ounces
Manufacturer Series Number 500 Series
Manufacturer Warranty Description Manufacturer
Maximum Measurement 0-6"
Measurement Accuracy +/-0.001"
Output Type N/A
Overall Length 233  mm
Power Source Type Battery
Range 0-6"
Resolution 0.0005"
Specific Uses For Product Depth , Inside , Outside , Step
Style Name LCD
Tip Description Standard
UNSPSC Code 41111600
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Product Features

  • Hardened stainless steel construction for protection of caliper components
  • Four-way measurement capability for multiple applications: outside diameter (OD), inside diameter (ID), depth, and step
  • Digital, single-value readout LCD display in metric units for readability
  • Position memory for retaining measurements
  • Function control buttons on the face, for ease of use: Origin, On/Off, and Zero/ABS (Absolute Scale)

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Product Details

  • Product Dimensions: 1.6 x 4.5 x 10.7 inches ; 13.6 ounces
  • Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Domestic Shipping: Item can be shipped within U.S.
  • International Shipping: This item is not eligible for international shipping. Learn More
  • ASIN: B001C0ZPNO
  • Item model number: 500-196-20
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (166 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #33,490 in Industrial & Scientific (See Top 100 in Industrial & Scientific)
    • Product Warranty: For warranty information about this product, please click here
  • Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

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5.0 out of 5 starsIn terms of precision and quality, you get what you pay for
By Late Apex on January 30, 2010
These Mitutoyo calipers are much more expensive than the Chinese-made units that you can get in the $10-30 range. However, while the cheap Chinese calipers are probably plenty accurate for most home users, there is a reason for the price difference.

I previously had a couple different Chinese-made calipers, which did have a solid feel and looked to be pretty well made. But they both exhibited a very fundamental problem - they did not always return to zero when the jaws were closed. For one thing, just closing them at a faster rate or with a little more force would usually result in a negative reading. But regardless of how they are zeroed (varying force and speed), they weren't even consistent. I never felt confident that the measurements were reliable.

Then I found the Mitutoyo 500-196-20 calipers on sale for $90, so I picked up a pair. Handling the calipers, I was surprised at how light they are. They are probably half the weight of either of the Chinese calipers I previously owned. I installed the included battery and set the origin, and immediately tested the accuracy when closing the jaws. It returned to zero every time, regardless of speed or force. Over the time I've owned them, with regular use and never having re-set the origin, I have yet to see any inaccuracy when closing them or repeating known measurements.

I was very pleased with the obvious quality of these calipers, and then I randomly came across an interesting article comparing calipers in terms of power consumption and accuracy. I'm not allowed to post a URL here, but google "davehylands caliper battery" and it's the first result. There is a good explanation of why you need to use high-quality SR44 silver-oxide batteries, and some experiments showing how the Mitutoyo calipers are superior to their cheaper competitors. Various metrology sites have further information comparing brands, and Mitutoyo are generally considered the best, while not always being the most expensive.
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5.0 out of 5 starsFantastic Tool. Worth Every Penny
By Marcin on November 29, 2010
Another reviewer mentioned quality and battery usage on cheapo calipers. I spent $40 on the best caliper at my local hardware store. It was shiny and had a big display. All that was negated by it burning through one battery a month. Those LR44 button cells are expensive enough. If i had to buy a dozen of them every year, i'd pay for the Mitutoyo pretty quick.

I've seen these calipers at every company i've worked for. They seem to be the most popular quality calipers. I got mine for around $90 as well and love them. Their battery is supposed to last around 4 years or so. I can live with that :)

I know people are used to paying so little for a lot of electronics these days. If you actually NEED a digital caliper, get a good one. This one is excellent.

October 2011 Update:

My caliper still works great and still on the original battery. I was thrilled with it when new and even happier still nearly a year later. Can i give it six stars?
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5.0 out of 5 starsHigh quality, made in Japan, very accurate digital caliper...
By Amazon Customer on November 2, 2011
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This is probably the best digital caliper in it's price range. Made in Japan. Very accurate, smooth movement. Measures down to the thousandths. Easy to use. Comes in a nice plastic case. This is about as accurate and reliable as any mechanic will ever need.
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5.0 out of 5 starsMust have for reloading bench
By RIKMAN on November 7, 2011
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I absolutely love these digital calipers. You definitely get what you pay for. They are extremely accurate and hold the zero all of the time. The battery lasts a very long time. I started out with cheaper Franfort Arsenals for $30 and sold them after a few months. If you are going to be serious about hand loading these are a must have on your reloading bench!
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5.0 out of 5 starsExcellent Product
By Ham on June 7, 2011
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After using the same product at work for several years I purchased a pair for home use. In the past this brand has worked very well and held up under hard use. When we had these calipers checked for calibration they were always within tolerance, so no adjustment was ever required. Anyway, great product and company if you need a good pair of calipers you cannot go wrong.
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5.0 out of 5 starsBest digital calipers for the price
By A. Johnson on July 16, 2008
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I'm a mechanical engineer, and I use these at work as well. These are the calipers to buy if you want quality without emptying your wallet. If you have the money though, Starret makes great measurement tools.
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5.0 out of 5 starsYou Get What You Pay For
By Louis Berry on November 17, 2011
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This Digital Caliper is worth every cent I paid for it. I have wasted money on the $25 to $40 calipers, but realize I had to do that to appreciate this Mitutoyo.
The inexpensive calipers do not make the same measurement twice. They never turn off, just the display goes blank. The Mitutoyo's measurements are accurate and repeatable. Measure it once and every time after it is the same. You should invest in quality measuring devices for what ever you use them for.
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4.0 out of 5 starsMy first pair of calipers
By Nexus on July 25, 2013
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I purchased this pair of caliper for reloading metallic cartridges. It feels like a well built tool and seems very accurate. Nothing on the caliper flexes like some of the cheaper plastic calipers I handled so the measurements are always spot on. So far it's still running on the same batter it shipped with. I set the zero on the caliper the day I received them and it's held the zero so far without any need to reset it.
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Great value for the price. I've had mine about three years and it works flawlessly.
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Published 12 months ago by john
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