Harpenden Calliper Manufacturer,Supplier and Exporter in India
Product Code : JA-ELA-5508
The Harpenden Calliper (SKU JA-ELA-5508) listed here is the Harpenden skinfold calliper, supplied by JaincoLab for measuring skinfold thickness in anthropometry, physiology, nutrition and sports science teaching. Skinfold readings taken at standard body sites are the measurements from which estimates of body fat are derived. The jaws apply a constant pressure of 10 g/mm² over the whole 0 to 80 mm range, and the dial is graduated in 0.20 mm.
Specifications
The measuring values listed for the Harpenden skinfold calliper are shown below.
| Product | Harpenden Calliper |
| SKU | JA-ELA-5508 |
| Instrument | Harpenden skinfold calliper |
| Measuring range | 0 mm to 80 mm |
| Dial graduation | 0.20 mm |
| Measuring pressure | 10 g/mm², constant over the range |
| Accuracy (as listed) | 99.00% |
| Repeatability | 0.20 mm |
Teaching uses
Readings are usually taken at several standard sites, such as the triceps, biceps, subscapular and suprailiac folds, and combined in prediction equations.
- Skinfold thickness measurement in anthropometry and human physiology practicals
- Body composition exercises in nutrition and dietetics courses
- Fitness assessment practicals in physical education and sports science
Scope of supply and ordering
The calliper is supplied by JaincoLab as the Harpenden instrument; case, quantity and dispatch are confirmed on the quotation. Supply is subject to the buyer holding any licence or authorisation that applies to this item in the destination country.
Frequently asked questions
What range does it measure?
Skinfolds from 0 mm to 80 mm, read on a dial graduated in 0.20 mm.
Why is the measuring pressure constant?
The jaws apply 10 g/mm² across the whole range, so readings at different thicknesses are taken under the same pressure.
What is the calliper used to estimate?
Skinfold thickness readings are used to estimate body fat.
Related products
Physiology and measurement items are in the educational laboratory apparatus range.
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