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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 iGaging EZ-Cal 100-333-8
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. iGaging EZ-Cal 100-333-8 is cheaper at $47.95. Every spec and price links to its source.
iGaging
iGaging EZ-Cal 100-333-8
$47.95Cheaper
Which is better: the Mitutoyo 500-196-30 Absolute Digimatic Caliper or iGaging EZ-Cal 100-333-8?
On the specs we track, they're closely matched. The iGaging EZ-Cal 100-333-8 is the cheaper at $47.95.
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Full spec sheet
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| Spec | Mitutoyo 500-196-30 Absolute Digimatic Caliper | iGaging EZ-Cal 100-333-8 |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $207.05 | $47.95 |
| Brand | Mitutoyo | iGaging |
| 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 |
| Display type | LCD, ABSOLUTE electromagnetic-induction linear encoder with Advanced Onsite Sensor (AOS) | Extra-large LCD (2-3/8in x 7/8in), 3-mode: decimal inch / fraction / mm |
| Material | Hardened stainless steel, 40 mm jaws | Hardened, precision-lapped stainless steel |
| IP rating | — | IP54 |
| Data output | None (-30 suffix = no SPC/data output; Mitutoyo's -32 suffix variant adds output) | — |
| Battery type | SR44 button cell (1 pc.), ~3.5 years typical use | CR2032, 3V |
Sources — Mitutoyo 500-196-30 Absolute Digimatic Caliper: homelectrical.com (verified 2026-08-01). iGaging EZ-Cal 100-333-8: penntoolco.com (verified 2026-08-01).
What's the difference between the Mitutoyo 500-196-30 Absolute Digimatic Caliper and iGaging EZ-Cal 100-333-8?
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 iGaging EZ-Cal 100-333-8 0.0005 in / 0.01 mm / 1/128 in
- Accuracy (in): Mitutoyo 500-196-30 Absolute Digimatic Caliper ±0.001 in / ±0.03 mm vs iGaging EZ-Cal 100-333-8 ±0.001 in
- Display type: Mitutoyo 500-196-30 Absolute Digimatic Caliper LCD, ABSOLUTE electromagnetic-induction linear encoder with Advanced Onsite Sensor (AOS) vs iGaging EZ-Cal 100-333-8 Extra-large LCD (2-3/8in x 7/8in), 3-mode: decimal inch / fraction / mm
- Material: Mitutoyo 500-196-30 Absolute Digimatic Caliper Hardened stainless steel, 40 mm jaws vs iGaging EZ-Cal 100-333-8 Hardened, precision-lapped stainless steel
- Battery type: Mitutoyo 500-196-30 Absolute Digimatic Caliper SR44 button cell (1 pc.), ~3.5 years typical use vs iGaging EZ-Cal 100-333-8 CR2032, 3V