micrometer source

[Conrad Hoffsommer]

Friends,

At 23:57 9/28/2004, you wrote:
>Cy, Mark,
>
>I have tried both micrometers and here are some
>observations:
>
>Either micrometer will work on plain wires, the disc
>type is more convenient.
>
>The tough spots are on the tenor wound strings and the
>bass strings.  One really important parameter is the
>core diameter on wound strings, and that portion is
>exposed only at the ends.  The problem is with the
>strings that are close to the plate struts.  On the
>disc micrometer, the bottom part (anvil) is very
>massive, so there is little chance of getting in with
>the discs.  The "multi anvil" micrometer has a
>skinnier anvil, so you have more room to get near the
>struts.  On plain strings, it's easier to pull the
>action and measure from underneath.
>...
>Vladan


I use a simple 1" (Mitutoyo) micrometer for those where I can fit it.
For those core wires, etc. which are too close together, I use a vernier 
caliper (also Mitutoyo). With it, I can even do all the core wires and 
plain wire in the pin area without bending over - the back _is_ getting 
older, you know... ;-}




Conrad Hoffsommer
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