Digital Caliper Measuring Tool $15.98

TedM9088

Sep 7, 2026 2:31 PM

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I purchased this in 2022 for the same price. It's been surprisingly helpful to keep around as a tinkerer and hobbyist DIYer.

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SlyderDeals

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Quote from TedM9088

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I purchased this in 2022 for the same price. It's been surprisingly helpful to keep around as a tinkerer and hobbyist DIYer.

Do you use it for 3D printing? Looks like it would be really helpful for designing some custom models.

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bneuen

Sep 7, 2026 3:16 PM

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Quote from SlyderDeals

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Do you use it for 3D printing? Looks like it would be really helpful for designing some custom models.

I don't have this exact model, but yes, a calipers is extremely useful for that, almost required.

EagerCorn513

Sep 7, 2026 3:48 PM

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This thing has a dead battery every time I fire it up. Common with these types. Looking for one that doesn't.

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TacoMeatJunior

Sep 7, 2026 4:02 PM

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TacoMeatJuniorSep 7, 2026 4:02 PM

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Quote from EagerCorn513

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This thing has a dead battery every time I fire it up. Common with these types. Looking for one that doesn't.

I don't have this exact unit, but with mine I have to remove the battery when not in use. Kinda inconvenient, but gotta do what you gotta do.

These are extremely handy for measuring bolts, bike parts, etc. Might get this one as a backup.

Last edited by TacoMeatJunior September 7, 2026 at 09:05 AM.

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WildRigger47

Sep 7, 2026 4:23 PM

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Quote from EagerCorn513

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This thing has a dead battery every time I fire it up. Common with these types. Looking for one that doesn't.

Even tho I have far more expensive Mitutoya calipers, for everyday use I mostly use a Harbor Freight stanless steel digital caliper that I bought years ago for under $20. I almost never have to replace the battery in it. It holds up fine, whether I'm using the caliper near daily or if it sits without use for a month or more.
It auto turns off after about a couple minutes of idle time, but I typically turn the readout off manually, promptly after I get my readings.

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guest2011

Sep 7, 2026 5:27 PM

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I swore i wouldn't buy anything with LR44 especially reading how most "cheap" calipers drain batteries when not in use. I decided to try it after returning a few other brands in $40+ range. It seems accurate and there are no gaps between upper and lower jaws. Mine just arrived today. I found a printable AAA adapter for it. Looking forward to designing and making stuff. I can tell this one is rpobably no better than generic ali crap but as long as it's accurate i can deal with it.

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Justhathought

Sep 7, 2026 5:33 PM

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Quote from TedM9088

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I purchased this in 2022 for the same price. It's been surprisingly helpful to keep around as a tinkerer and hobbyist DIYer.

I agree. 4 times a year but those 4 count!

Tatersalad

Sep 7, 2026 5:38 PM

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TatersaladSep 7, 2026 5:38 PM

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I've had super good luck with these...uses a bigger battery, large read out I reach for these before my much more expensive ones.

Kynup Digital Caliper Measuring Tool, Dial Caliper with Large LCD Screen | Digital Vernier Micrometer Made of Stainless Steel, Splash Proof, Inch Metric Fraction Conversion Design, 6 Inch DIY Tool https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BMFXZ5PG

Last edited by SlyderDeals September 7, 2026 at 11:35 PM.

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HeyGuysChrisFixHere

Sep 7, 2026 7:26 PM

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I'd just get the Harbor Freight version of these when they are on sale (which happens pretty often) for around the same price because HF will exchange any defective item in store immediately. If you have a problem with these, you have to contact the company which is named:

shenzhenshifulaiwangdianzishangwuyouxiangongsi <---yes, this is the company's actual name on Amazon lol!
深圳市宝安区新安街道海乐社区广深路
新安段247号206
深圳市
广东
518101
CN

...then you have to hope they respond, then package these up and send them back, then wait weeks for a replacement or for them to be "fixed" and sent back to you. I have 2 different HF caliper versions and neither one drains the battery when not in use, but neither has auto-off so you have to remember to turn it off when you're done or the battery dies. I have gotten good at remembering to do this now, so 1 battery lasts over a year for me even with regular use.

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guest2011

Sep 7, 2026 11:05 PM

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Quote from EagerCorn513

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This thing has a dead battery every time I fire it up. Common with these types. Looking for one that doesn't.

there's a mod to convert to AAA but need to print a battery holder. I wanted with CR2032 but those are rare and overpriced. I'm going to do it. Meanwhile i'll have to remove when i don't use it. Mine came today with a dead battery.

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Riptide360

Sep 8, 2026 12:41 AM

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After reading the comments decided to purchase a USB-C rechargable one so I can avoid dead weird size batteries. They go for for around $30.

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TuggSpeedman

Sep 8, 2026 2:00 AM

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Quote from Tatersalad

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I've had super good luck with these...uses a bigger battery, large read out I reach for these before my much more expensive ones.

Kynup Digital Caliper Measuring Tool, Dial Caliper with Large LCD Screen | Digital Vernier Micrometer Made of Stainless Steel, Splash Proof, Inch Metric Fraction Conversion Design, 6 Inch DIY Tool https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BMFXZ5PG

I just got this exact one a couple of days ago after having my Neiko that I got 9 years ago always having a dead battery and making bad contact causing flickering. These use a bigger battery and feels better.

Last edited by SlyderDeals September 7, 2026 at 11:35 PM.

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TalA9559

Sep 8, 2026 10:11 AM

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Quote from Tatersalad

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I've had super good luck with these...uses a bigger battery, large read out I reach for these before my much more expensive ones. Kynup Digital Caliper Measuring Tool, Dial Caliper with Large LCD Screen | Digital Vernier Micrometer Made of Stainless Steel, Splash Proof, Inch Metric Fraction Conversion Design, 6 Inch DIY Tool https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BMFXZ5PG

Yes, I've been using this one for the last 3 year and I really like.
I had to change the battery twice so far. I use it almost every day.

Oil_Burner

Sep 8, 2026 12:29 PM

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Problem is with the batteries, they keep dying just when you need them. I guess the ones that use CR2032 batteries are better.

Last edited by Oil_Burner September 8, 2026 at 05:35 AM.

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