The Lange Skinfold Caliper is specifically designed for simple and accurate measurement of subcutaneous tissue for the determination of percent body fat. This is domestically made — the brand to which all other calipers are compared. Quality feel and performance. Has constant pressure of 10 gm/mm2 over entire operating range. Includes fitted case, and instruction manual with % fat tables.
The Professional Skinfold Caliper is a lower priced "Lange look-a-like" for determining percent body fat. This caliper measures subcutaneous fat or adipose tissue. Nylon tipped jaws and constant tensioning mechanism insure accurate readings up to 60 mm. Sturdy professional quality aluminum caliper has contoured handgrip. Includes manual, conversion tables, and foam fitted carrying case.
A beautifully made caliper from England with a precise 360 deg dial scale and large, properly tensioned jaws. This is the caliper that was first used to establish norms for determining percent body fat. Includes case and instructions.
Determine Percent Bodyfat
Great for fitness assessment — replaces inaccurate height-weight tables. This precision instrument is used by thousands of doctors. It measures the thickness of a fold of skin and its underlying fat. With a few quick skinfold measurements, you can accurately determine % body fat. Plastic calipers keep the price low. Included with the caliper is an excellent 22-page manual which has detailed instructions and eight look-up tables. Skinfold measurement accuracy is +/- 1mm.
