· a precision instrument specifically designed for the simple, accurate measurement of subcutaneous tissue
· accuracy within +/- 1 mm
· pivoted tips (tips are high impact ABS plastic) adjust automatically for parallel measurement of skinfolds, while rectangular faces with well-rounded edges and corners assure patient comfort
· face of tips - approximately 30 sq mm
· scale - up to 60 mm
· constant pressure - approximately 10 gm / sq mm
· spring-loaded arms and floating-tips assure accuracy and repeatability
· the original standard for research, widely recognized by medical and physical fitness professionals as a leader in the field
· 4 measurement sites: triceps, biceps, subscapular, and suprailiac
· body fat tables: Table A: Males and Table B: Females (age categories of 17-29, 30-39, 40-49 and 50+); Table C: Boys and Table D: Girls (with separate individual measurements for ages 6 through 17)
· comes with a booklet and carrying case
