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Mitutoyo 500-196-30 Absolute Digimatic Caliper
$207.05
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Mitutoyo 500-196-30 Absolute Digimatic Caliper vs Clockwise Tools DCLR-0605
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Clockwise Tools DCLR-0605 is cheaper at $28.99. Every spec and price links to its source.
Clockwise Tools
Clockwise Tools DCLR-0605
$28.99Cheaper
Which is better: the Mitutoyo 500-196-30 Absolute Digimatic Caliper or Clockwise Tools DCLR-0605?
On the specs we track, they're closely matched. The Clockwise Tools DCLR-0605 is the cheaper at $28.99.
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Full spec sheet
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| Spec | Mitutoyo 500-196-30 Absolute Digimatic Caliper | Clockwise Tools DCLR-0605 |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $207.05 | $28.99 |
| Brand | Mitutoyo | Clockwise Tools |
| Released | — | — |
| Measuring range (in) | 0-6 in / 0-150 mm | 0-6 in / 0-150 mm |
| Resolution (in) | 0.0005 in / 0.01 mm | 0.0005 in / 0.01 mm / 1/128 in |
| Accuracy (in) | ±0.001 in / ±0.03 mm | ±0.001 in / ±0.03 mm |
| Display type | LCD, ABSOLUTE electromagnetic-induction linear encoder with Advanced Onsite Sensor (AOS) | Extra-large LCD (3/4in x 2in), 3-mode: decimal inch / metric / fraction |
| Material | Hardened stainless steel, 40 mm jaws | Fine-polished stainless steel |
| IP rating | — | IP54 |
| Data output | None (-30 suffix = no SPC/data output; Mitutoyo's -32 suffix variant adds output) | RS232 (requires optional DTCR-02 cable) |
| Battery type | SR44 button cell (1 pc.), ~3.5 years typical use | CR2032 (spare included); auto-off after 5-7 min |
Sources — Mitutoyo 500-196-30 Absolute Digimatic Caliper: homelectrical.com (verified 2026-08-01). Clockwise Tools DCLR-0605: jetsinc.com (verified 2026-08-01).
What's the difference between the Mitutoyo 500-196-30 Absolute Digimatic Caliper and Clockwise Tools DCLR-0605?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (5 of 8). Matching specs are omitted.
- Resolution (in): Mitutoyo 500-196-30 Absolute Digimatic Caliper 0.0005 in / 0.01 mm vs Clockwise Tools DCLR-0605 0.0005 in / 0.01 mm / 1/128 in
- Display type: Mitutoyo 500-196-30 Absolute Digimatic Caliper LCD, ABSOLUTE electromagnetic-induction linear encoder with Advanced Onsite Sensor (AOS) vs Clockwise Tools DCLR-0605 Extra-large LCD (3/4in x 2in), 3-mode: decimal inch / metric / fraction
- Material: Mitutoyo 500-196-30 Absolute Digimatic Caliper Hardened stainless steel, 40 mm jaws vs Clockwise Tools DCLR-0605 Fine-polished stainless steel
- Data output: Mitutoyo 500-196-30 Absolute Digimatic Caliper None (-30 suffix = no SPC/data output; Mitutoyo's -32 suffix variant adds output) vs Clockwise Tools DCLR-0605 RS232 (requires optional DTCR-02 cable)
- Battery type: Mitutoyo 500-196-30 Absolute Digimatic Caliper SR44 button cell (1 pc.), ~3.5 years typical use vs Clockwise Tools DCLR-0605 CR2032 (spare included); auto-off after 5-7 min