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calipers

  • 13-02-2013 4:25pm
    #1
    thegreatiam
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,869 ✭✭✭


    are these http://www.aldi.ie/ie/html/offers/special_buys3_25698.htm
    suitable for taking body measurements to determine BF%?

    Probably a bit on the uncomfortable side.

    are they a cheaper alternative to the calipers usually used?


Comments

  • #2
    Seachmall
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,041 ✭✭✭Seachmall


    I wouldn't say so. Skin fold calipers generally have a method of ensuring the pressure of the caliper is consistent which is extremely important (fat is squishy so you could get a reading of 5mm or 10mm depending on how much pressure is being used to close the teeth).


  • #3
    Mellor
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 39,900 ✭✭✭✭Mellor


    No. That's an vernier calipers. Used in science and engineering, not skin fold measurements.


  • #4
    thegreatiam
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,869 ✭✭✭thegreatiam


    wasnt sure, thanks for the info


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