It\u2019s not broken. It\u2019s designed this way<\/strong><\/p>\nSome people look at the angled piece of metal on the end of a steel tape measure and, because it moved, they think the measure is faulty. It isn\u2019t; it\u2019s designed to move.<\/p>\n
When measuring an inner surface, such as the distance between a corner and a door jamb, the hook when pushed against the corner moves in about 1mm (the distance depends on the thickness of the metal used for the hook), accounting for that thickness.<\/p>\n
When measuring an outer dimension, say to the end of a countertop, the hook is pulled out, to a precise position and then stopped by its attachment rivets.<\/p>\n
This ensures an accurate result whether measuring an inner or outer dimension.<\/p>\n
This one\u2019s on the level<\/strong><\/p>\nHere\u2019s a quick and simple substitute for those situations where absolute accuracy is not critical and you don\u2019t have a spirit level, or you can\u2019t find it.<\/p>\n
Take a parallel-sided bottle like the one shown and if it is empty, fill it to about halfway with water. (To be really crafty and to make the water more visible, a little cordial will give it colour for better visibility.) Replace the cap and place the bottle on its side on the surface to be levelled (ensuring that it cannot roll off and break) and turn it until the edge of the label is clearly visible. Now lift or lower one end of the surface until the water\u2019s meniscus is exactly on the edge of the label. You have levelled the surface.<\/p>\n
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Be a jughead on the level<\/strong><\/p>\nA measuring jug from the kitchen can also be used to act as a substitute level. Fill it with water to one of the lines, and place it on the surface to be levelled. When the meniscus lies on the line, the surface is level. Turn the jug through 90\u00b0, and you can check it in the other plane as well.<\/p>\n
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Be a jughead on the up and up<\/strong><\/p>\nThis time, hold a DVD case or paperback book up against the pole or surface to be checked and place the measuring jug on it (keep a hold on it so that it doesn\u2019t fall). Now adjust the pole or surface until the water meniscus is on one of the lines. Holding the pole or surface very steady in the first plane, move the DVD cover or book around the pole about 90\u00b0 and repeat. The pole should now be vertical.<\/p>\n
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Extend your measure<\/strong><\/p>\nYou are sometimes faced with the problem of having to measure from a point that is out of reach. The solution is simple: take two lengths of timber and move one up until it reaches the point at which you need to start measuring. Then move the second timber down until it reaches the lower point. Clamp the pieces together firmly. You can now measure the total distance from end to end, and you have the measurement you need.<\/p>\n
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When measuring over an obstacle <\/strong><\/p>\nYou might have to measure the distance over an irregular obstacle at some stage. In this case it\u2019s a rockery, but it could be a hedge or bush and you cannot shove a tape measure through it. The trick is to use two lengths of timber, but now they are positioned in a \u2018V\u2019 form. Place one \u2018foot\u2019 on the far side of the rockery at the edge of the rocks, and the other on the near side against the rocks. Lift the contraption off, and measure the distance between the \u2018feet\u2019 and that is thickness of your rockery.<\/p>\n
You can also use the \u2018V\u2019 to measure internal dimensions, for example between two walls, but make sure that you have the \u2018feet\u2019 just touch each side. The distance between the outer corners of the \u2018feet\u2019 is the distance between the two surfaces. (If you flex the timbers at all, when you remove the \u2018V\u2019 they will spring straight, and will give an \u2018over-measure\u2019 of the true distance.)<\/p>\n
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Marking up, laying out and measuring finding centre<\/strong><\/p>\nThere are two methods to finding the centre of a circular sheet of wood or metal.<\/p>\n
First, let\u2019s look at finding the centre of a dowel, curtain rail, etc. Place the work piece between two lengths of timber with their ends cut precisely at 90\u00b0 and then place a steel rule between the two so that you have established the diameter of the work piece. Position a carpenter\u2019s square at the midpoint and draw a line across the work piece surface. Now rotate the work piece 90\u00b0 and repeat where the lines intersect is the centre.<\/p>\n
In the case of larger pieces, use a large square protractor and draw a line at around the centre of the work piece. Rotate it and repeat, and again, where the lines intersect will be the centre.<\/p>\n
In both cases, you can rotate the work piece 60\u00b0, rather than 90\u00b0, and then draw three lines. If you have been accurate (and the dowel or curtain rod is perfectly round, the three lines should meet at the same point. If they meet slightly off, resulting in what is called a \u2018cocked hat\u2019, then the centre of the \u2018cocked hat\u2019 will be very close to the actual centre. <\/p>\n
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Be a square<\/strong><\/p>\nFor most woodwork and metalwork projects, a carpenter\u2019s square is perfectly adequate when you want something to be exactly 90\u00b0 in relation to something else. <\/p>\n
Out in the garden, it\u2019s a different story, but just as easy.<\/p>\n
All you need do is use good old Pythagoras\u2026 well, his theory, anyway\u2026 it states that the square of the hypotenuse (the side opposite the right angle) is equal to the sum of the squares of the other two sides and it can be written in one short equation:<\/p>\n
A\u00b2 + B\u00b2 = C\u00b2<\/p>\n
Hence\u2026 3, 4, 5 (9+16=25)<\/p>\n
It allows you to mark off precise right angles over long distances. To ensure, for instance, that your new driveway will meet the garage at exactly 90\u00b0, measure across the garage from side to side\u2026 measure 3m across the front, and 4m out to the road. With a helper holding the end of the tape at the end of the 3m point, and another holding a second tape where the 3m and 4m meet, move the end of the tape, at the 5m point until it meets the first tape at the 4m point. You now have a perfect right angle. You can also use this method for \u2018odd\u2019 lengths. Let\u2019s say one is 3.5m (3.5\u00b2 = 12.25) and the second is 5.8m (5.82 = 33.64). Adding the two makes 45.89. Now all you do is find the square root of 45.89 on your calculator, which is 6.774. Hence, the length of the longest side opposite the right angle will be 6.774m. <\/p>\n
For simplicity, however, stick to multiples of 3, 4, 5\u2026 6, 8, 10\u2026 9, 12, 15 and so on.<\/p>\n
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Get those legs properly spaced<\/strong><\/p>\nMaking a pedestal table and need to ensure the three legs are perfectly equidistant from each other? Simple!<\/p>\n
\n- Roll a strip of paper around the dowel once and mark the circumference<\/li>\n
- Place the strip flat on the table, divide the circumference by 3 and mark the three equidistant points<\/li>\n
- Roll the strip around the dowel again, and mark off the legs\u2019 positions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Marking equidistant points on an odd-measure<\/strong><\/p>\nYou sometimes have to divide a work piece into \u2018X\u2019 number of pieces, and working it out can be a mission. Here the solution.<\/p>\n
\n- Draw a line at an angle to the horizontal measured length<\/li>\n
- Mark off the equidistant points <\/li>\n
- Draw a line from the last point to the end of the measured length<\/li>\n
- At each equidistant point, draw a line, parallel to the end line, from the diagonal to the horizontal measured line<\/li>\n
- The latter will now be accurately divided into the requisite number of sections<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
How deep?<\/strong><\/p>\nAn ordinary nut and bolt makes a handy, accurate way of measuring the depth of a hole. Turn the nut up the bolt, place the end of the latter in the hole, and turn the nut down until it reaches the surface. Simple!<\/p>\n
But is it square?<\/strong><\/p>\nMake sure that frame or drawer is absolutely square measure diagonally from corner to corner if the readings are the same, the item is square.<\/p>\n
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To end\u2026 something for very accurate measurements<\/strong><\/p>\nA Vernier calliper is an instrument used for making very precise measurements. In this case, down to 0.002mm.<\/p>\n
In the picture, the jaws are used to measure thickness are the lower ones as you can see, this hair is just 0.004mm in diameter (as you can see on the dial).<\/p>\n
More commonly, these jaws are used to measure outer dimensions, such as drill bit diameters, tube diameters and so on.<\/p>\n
The upper jaws are used to measure inner dimensions, such as the inner diameter of a pipe or tube.<\/p>\n
The Vernier calliper also has a central stem that slides in the body of the instrument and this is used to measure depth here being used to measure the depth of a lock body on a security gate. The depth is measured off the Vernier scale and the dial, and in this case is 6.002mm.<\/p>\n
Also available from Mica are laser measures. They are highly accurate and can be programmed to instantly measure distance, area and volume. Caution:<\/strong> NEVER point one at anyone or look into the laser. Doing so could cause serious damage to the eye and even lead to blindness.<\/p>\nHappy measuring!<\/p>\n
These materials are available at selected Mica Stores. To find out which Mica is nearest to you and whether or not they stock the items required, please go to www.mica.co.za, find your store and call them. If your local Mica does not stock exactly what you need, they will be able to order it for you or suggest an alternative product or a reputable source.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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