Mitutoyo 500-196-30 Advanced Onsite Sensor (AOS) Absolute Scale Digital Caliper, 0 to 6"/0 to 150mm Measuring Range, 0.0005"/

4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars | 4,483 ratings

Price: 97.02

Last update: 07-16-2024


About this item

Measures 0 to 6" (0 to 150mm) in 0.0005" (0.01mm) increments for precision use
Digital readout LCD shows inch or metric units for versatility when measuring
Advanced onsite sensor (AOS) electromagnetic inductive sensor for resistance to dirt, oil, and water
Measures inside, outside, depth, and step values for versatility. With thumb roller. Except 500-500-10, 500-501-10,500-502-10
Includes protective case and SR44 silver oxide battery

From the manufacturer

Features

Mitutoyo's absolute Digimatic Caliper is the next generation of electronic calipers. It keeps track of its origin point once set. Whenever turned on, the large LCD displays the actual slider position ready to start measurement. No more repeated zero setting is necessary with the absolute encoder technology, as well as no more concern for over speed errors.

  • Large and clear LCD readout.
  • The Zero/ABS key allows the display to be Zero-Set at any slider position along the scale for incremental comparison measurements. This switch will also allow return to the absolute (ABS) coordinate and display of the true position from the origin point (usually jaws-closed point).
  • Data Hold Unit (959143) is optional.
  • Carbide-tipped jaw type calipers are also available.

  • With thumb roller. Except 500-500-10, 500-501-10,500-502-10.
  • Supplied in fitted plastic case. Except 1000mm / 40” supplied in wooden case.


Top reviews from the United States

Firebug
5.0 out of 5 stars As advertised Quality Product
Reviewed in the United States on May 7, 2024
Arrived in timely manner, product was packaged nicely. Arrived in good condition, Arrived in new condition box and plastic case. Pleased with quality of product, came with battery instructions. Product works well, easy to read screen. Accuracy is fine. Product a bit pricey but compared to other models and companies reputation was worth the cost. Very pleased.
Stephen D. Ferris
5.0 out of 5 stars The Real McCoy
Reviewed in the United States on April 6, 2024
This Mitutoyo Model 500-196-30 6" Digimatic Caliper is a beauty. I had previously purchased a Mitutoyo 293-340-30 0 - 1" Digital Micrometer several years ago – which I love for its accuracy (measured many times against a Mitutoyo 1" 'standard' block), its repeatability, its resolution (down to 0.00005", its 'absolute zero' function, and its butter-smooth quality of construction and handling. I really like quality measuring devices and also have some classic Starrett instruments purchased over more-than-a- few decades (made in Athol, MA since 1880, now almost 145 years ago).

But I digress. The genuine Mitutoyo instruments are outstanding. Like many outstanding products (think Gucci, Rolex, etc.), Mitutoyo attracts imitators. There is a remarkable variety of counterfeits and outright fakes - some of 'reasonable' accuracy (but for how long?) – and some junk. Just Google the subject and see how easy it is to tell if you have purchased the genuine article - or a copy. Here are just a few of the ways I was certain I had received the "real McCoy":

1. Price: Real ones go for $120+. Fakes can be found in abundance on eBay for $39.99. Now the details.
2. Outer box is the 'right' color of orange (somewhat lighter, and not 'red-orange').
3. Diagonal stripes in upper LH corner of outer box are deep charcoal gray (not black).
4. Plastic case is well made and, clearly appearing in raised letters on the underside, is marked "Made in Japan." Counterfeits make no claim regarding their origin (guess) in this location.
5. Opening the box, the neatly arranged documentation is unmarked, flat / uncrushed by the little interior plastic 'hold-down' bars that keep the caliper in place when the case is closed. Not so with fakes, which typically come with wrinkled / crushed documentation.
6. Look at "Certificate of Inspection" - and in particular the "Serial Number." Is it crisply rendered, like all the other type, in the very same font, and in perfect register centered in the little 'box' where it appears? Counterfeits typically have this SN added later - and it is often somewhat fuzzy + not centered / different font.
7. Battery Card: Mine came with 'Mitutoyo' stamped on the card, with a realistic expiration date on the back, and 'SR44SW' + 'Japan' on the battery itself. YMMV with counterfeits.
8. When you insert the battery into its compartment, does the display come up with a string of flashing dashes, which go away and display '0.0000' only when you press the "Origin" button? Fakes often come up with zeros immediately – no flashing dashes first.
9. Origin button: does its top sit proud of the casing surface? Counterfeits often have this button almost 'recessed.'
10. Back out the lockdown screw on top of the bar. Is it captive? Fakes are usually not, and will fall right out into your hand if you unscrew them.
11. Look at the fixed bar in the area just under the "0" on the engraved scale. Is the cutout there (on this fixed portion of the blade) fully 'radiused' – or is it at a more abrupt right angle with little curvature? Fakes often exhibit that shape (this can be a somewhat subtle 'tell').
12. Turn the caliper over after rolling the thumbwheel out to 1.5" or so and look at the "channel" in the fixed bar. Is it perfectly milled out, with a well-defined semi-circle at the LH end? Counterfeits typically have a "ramped" and squared off appearance at the end of this channel.
13. Look at the end of the 'depth' bar. Smoothly circular radius, and short tip? Reproductions often show a rather longish tip.
14. Operation. Rolling the thumbwheel feels butter smooth. Fakes often have a 'gritty' feel.

These are just a few of the ways to spot a non-genuine pair of calipers. Not saying the reproductions cannot be fairly accurate (but again, for how long – and how repeatable are the measurements), and you may indeed feel you got your money's worth (at under $40). But when the price seems "too good to be true," it almost invariably is too good to be genuine.

Bottom line: if you care about such things, know that in this case Amazon is offering the real thing – and that it is of very high quality.
Flash
5.0 out of 5 stars Initial calibration is most important
Reviewed in the United States on April 29, 2024
Refreshing to get a product you're glad you paid for. Came with an accuracy cert, well packaged, has some heft to it, battery placement easy-peazy, handles well; however,...although not difficult to figure out from the directions, the process to ensure it is reading correctly took a few attempts. On the up-side I'm glad it's that accurate, but that initial sequence might prove challenging to some. The goal is to get it to read 12.40 at the end of the calibration sequence. Not 12.41...not 12.39...12.40 (or in my case 12.53, 12.09, you get the picture.) We're talking down to 1/100th of a mm. I didn't know I was capable of such fine motor control, but there it is. I got my 12.40. Then I measured something that was .02 mm thick. Ain't that sumpin'?
Z-06
5.0 out of 5 stars What a Beautiful Piece of Precision Machinery
Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2023
Background:

I have had this caliper for over 7 years.

I appreciate craftsmanship and critical thinking attention to details of tools and equipment - I call it an engineer's art work. When it comes to tools, in general, I have a "buy once cry once" mentality. Unless, there is a sense of urgency, I usually put tools in my "Tools" list, till I see the price go down to my target, which is when I pull the trigger.

I worked with a few Mitutoyo equipment in grad school and at work. I always loved their craftsmanship and sturdiness. As a hobbyist and an engineer, I use this caliper to do a lot of different measurements. I needed something, which was not made in cheap China and was consistent with high level of precision, so I decided to cry once for a precision caliper.

Pros:
1. It is very well made precision device. The attention to details on this caliper is pure class and worth spending 5 to 10 times more than the Chinese devices. When I first bought it, I had a staring competition every few days, just to see its craftsmanship and what new I would observe on the device that I appreciated.
2. Came with a calibration certificate, and it matches to actual calibration measurement tools I have at work, to test it. it has not lost the calibration after 7 years of consistent usage.
3. Easy to read display and the actual scale.
4. High quality material.
5. Long battery life. I am yet to replace the original battery that it came with.

Actually nothing I am saying above is out of the ordinary for a Mitutoyo, it is expected.

Cons:
1. Let's get it out, PRICE. It was just over one bill when I purchased. But to me it was worth it.
2. Box - while it is sturdy and well made, I wish it would have come with a cubby to place the calibration certificate. The certificate falls down almost every time I open the box. I know I am nitpicking here.

Conclusion:
Buy once and cry once, for you will not regret it. Just don't tell your significant other how much was it worth, especially if he/she is not in technical field, for an engineer's art sometime is often unappreciated.
bobbat
5.0 out of 5 stars time to try a digital caliper.
Reviewed in the United States on April 22, 2024
I use linier and dial calipers, have for over 50 years. Decided to add a pair of digital calipers to my inventory.
never had an issue with this brand, it has served me well for many years. Always dependable and the price was right..
mike c.
5.0 out of 5 stars Nice!
Reviewed in the United States on June 29, 2024
Bought these and am impressed with the accuracy its a very nice caliper. Using micrometer standards they are spot on in calibration. The one I received is a genuine unit
lee cam
5.0 out of 5 stars wow
Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2024
everything came wrapped like new. tested great. great product, nice price. hope these aren't fake, if these are fake, they are the best looking fakes i've seen.

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