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Wixey Dual Display Fractional Digital Caliper

Item #147829
$39.99
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4.5

(24 reviews)

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Product Information:

With these calipers you can read the fraction and the decimal equivalent at the same time so you know that 1/2" is exactly .5", not .51" or .49".

The Wixey dual display digital caliper is the only fractional caliper available that displays both the fraction and the decimal equivalent at the same time. With these calipers you can ensure accuracy by reading the fraction and the decimal equivalent at the same time so you know that 1/2" is exactly .5", not .51" or .49". This may not seem like much until you look at the gap around the edge banding you just inlaid into a one-of-a-kind table! Constructed of high-quality hardened and ground stainless steel components featuring a large easy-to-read display that reads in inches with fractions or millimeters. The fractions are displayed using “precise fraction technology” which gives extremely accurate fraction readouts. The decimal inches are displayed in .001" increments and the millimeters in .01mm increments.These calipers incorporate precision measuring features found in top-of-the-line measuring tools used in metal working. The precision ground measuring faces allow for outside, inside, depth and step measurements.


  • 6" digital calipers with fractions
  • Displays fraction and decimal equivalent at the same time
  • Large display reads in inches with fractions or millimeters
  • Hardened and ground stainless steel components
  • Incorporates precision measuring features found in top-of-the-line metal work measuring tools


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    4.4

    (based on 24 reviews)

    96%

    of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

    Pros

    • Accurate (22)
    • Reliable (16)
    • Lightweight (14)
    • Compact (9)
    • Ergonomic (5)

    Cons

    • Flimsy (2)

    Best Uses

    • At home (15)
    • Minor projects (11)
    • Commercial (4)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Avid do-it-yourselfer (15), Casual do-it-yourselfer (5), Professional (4)

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    1/6/2012
     
    5.0

    Particular son very pleased with gift.

    By  hotmama

    from Dallas, TX

    About Me Professional

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Lightweight
    • Reliable

    Cons

    Best Uses

    • Commercial

    Comments about Wixey Dual Display Fractional Digital Caliper :

    Christmas gift for son who has every tool imaginable.

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    3/29/2011
     
    4.0

    Good but not perfect

    By  GDK

    from Hillsboro, TX

    About Me Professional

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Accurate

    Cons

    Best Uses

    Comments about Wixey Dual Display Fractional Digital Caliper :

    I mainly use this to get an accurate thickness of lumber when planed and when I need joining boards to be equally thick. It is also good for getting accurate measurements between open spaces such as daddo slots. The on/off switch is level with the top of the top panel which makes it harder to turn on and off. However, that also makes it harder to accidentally turn on or off. I would prefer to have the button to protrude a little to make it easier to turn on/off. The tool appears to be accurate, and the fractional display is OK but over rated. The tool is also a little bulky compared to my old 6" caliper due to its larger size. This may be a good thing for those with larger hands. I am short and have small hands. Over all, this is a good tool and very easy to read. The auto off is also a very good feature to save the battery when you forget to turn it off as I often do. My major complaint is that it quit working after I droped a C-clamp on it. I wish it had legs so it could have gotten out of the way. Don't be this careless unless you love replacing perfectly good tools especially a nonreplaceable gift from your granddaughter)

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    1/27/2011
     
    4.0

    Nice tool

    By  sbroy1

    from southern Maine

    About Me Avid Do-It-Yourselfer

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Accurate
    • Lightweight
    • Reliable
    • Well made

    Cons

    Best Uses

    Comments about Wixey Dual Display Fractional Digital Caliper :

    I have only used it a few times so far but it seems to be a good, well made tool. I like the fractions.

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    1/6/2011
     
    4.0

    Great caliper for the price

    By  dmcmillen

    from Hattiesburg, MS

    About Me Avid Do-It-Yourselfer

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Accurate
    • Compact
    • Ergonomic Design
    • Lightweight
    • Reliable

    Cons

    Best Uses

    • At Home
    • Minor Projects

    Comments about Wixey Dual Display Fractional Digital Caliper :

    I like the fractional readings, but you only get them when the reading is exact, as advertised. What would be useful would be to see something like a fractional reading with a + sign to indicate when you're between fractions. E.g., 7/64+. Otherwise you've got to roll back and forth to see where you are or convert the decimal.

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    12/23/2010
     
    5.0

    Good tool.

    By  Papa Duke

    from Mandeville, La

    About Me Avid Do-It-Yourselfer

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Accurate
    • Lightweight
    • Reliable

    Cons

    Best Uses

    • At Home
    • Minor Projects

    Comments about Wixey Dual Display Fractional Digital Caliper :

    The fractional display feature is definitely useful. I have checked the accuracy against Whiteside setup blocks and my tool is accurate.

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    10/13/2010
     
    5.0

    Great Caliper

    By  Terry

    from CDA, Idaho

    About Me Casual Do-It-Yourselfer

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Accurate
    • Lightweight
    • Reliable

    Cons

    Best Uses

    • At Home
    • Minor Projects

    Comments about Wixey Dual Display Fractional Digital Caliper :

    Can't live without it"

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    8/17/2010
     
    5.0

    Improves woodworking accuracy

    By  Barevillewoodcraft[@]

    from Leola, PA

    About Me Professional

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Accurate
    • Reliable

    Cons

    Best Uses

    • Commercial

    Comments about Wixey Dual Display Fractional Digital Caliper :

    A gret help, where fraction to decimal conversions are not memorised.

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    7/12/2010
     
    4.0

    Handy

    By  Ron

    from Wright, WY

    About Me Avid Do-It-Yourselfer

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Accurate
    • Lightweight

    Cons

    Best Uses

    • At Home
    • Minor Projects

    Comments about Wixey Dual Display Fractional Digital Caliper :

    I use this product in setting up my table saw, especially with the dado blade.

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    7/6/2010
     
    5.0

    Great tool for pen turners

    By  dtswebb

    from Modesto, CA

    About Me Avid Do-It-Yourselfer

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Accurate
    • Compact
    • Lightweight

    Cons

    Best Uses

    • At Home

    Comments about Wixey Dual Display Fractional Digital Caliper :

    I use the caliper for measuring pen bodies when turning. The display is quite clear and easily read.

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    4/5/2010
     
    4.0

    Not quite as advertised

    By  Mike

    from Aragon.Ga.

    About Me Avid Do-It-Yourselfer

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Versatile

    Cons

    • Display varies

    Best Uses

    • At Home

    Comments about Wixey Dual Display Fractional Digital Caliper :

    The dual display was the reason for purchasing. The digital display is usually off by several decimal places. The 1/2 " is .48 - .52 not exactly .50. Still worth buying.

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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