Mitutoyo
Mitutoyo 500-196-30 Absolute Digimatic Caliper
$207.05
Best Digital Calipers · head-to-head
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. VINCA DCLA-0605 is cheaper at $29.99. Every spec and price links to its source.
Mitutoyo
$207.05
VINCA
$29.99Cheaper
On the specs we track, they're closely matched. The VINCA DCLA-0605 is the cheaper at $29.99.
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| Spec | Mitutoyo 500-196-30 Absolute Digimatic Caliper | VINCA DCLA-0605 |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $207.05 | $29.99 |
| Brand | Mitutoyo | VINCA |
| 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 (1/2in x 1-1/2in), 3-mode: inch / metric / fraction |
| Material | Hardened stainless steel, 40 mm jaws | Fine-polished stainless steel, glass linear scale |
| IP rating | — | IP54 |
| Data output | None (-30 suffix = no SPC/data output; Mitutoyo's -32 suffix variant adds output) | RS232 (requires optional VINCA DTCR-03 cable) |
| Battery type | SR44 button cell (1 pc.), ~3.5 years typical use | CR2032 (1 spare included) |
Sources — Mitutoyo 500-196-30 Absolute Digimatic Caliper: homelectrical.com (verified 2026-08-01). VINCA DCLA-0605: clockwisetools.com (verified 2026-08-01).
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