Do these calipers require calibration?

The short answer is yes, because it uses springs that inevitably lose resistance over time. The manual recommends "periodic" calibration which costs about $75. I take periodic to be every 2-3 years but it depends on how often it's being used and for what purpose (personal use, investigation, certification for wrestling, etc). You can also buy calibration dowels for this either with a bundle kit or separately. That way you can keep an eye on calibration and only send in when necessary. For more casual, informal use, and if checking with the calibration dowels, you could wait longer than 3 years. The answer would be the same for Lange calipers.

Does this come with a calibration dowel?

Hello, this listing does not include a dowel, but you have a few options. The dowel is available separately (search B01LVURR43), or buy our Harpenden Pro Kit (B00TYRZF78) which includes software, dowel, and anthropometric tape measure. We also offer Harpenden + dowel (B00289EHA0). Joe (NutriActiva)

After a measurement is taken, is the measurement retained on the dial once the calipers are removed from the skin fold site?

No it is not. The dial will go back to zero once released. I believe the SKydex digital skinfold caliper will do that, though.

¿Es posible saber la fabricación del producto? ¿como puedo saber cuando ha sido fabricado el producto?

La unica posibilidad que se me ocurre es que tienen un numero de serie de 4 digitos en el aparato. Tal vez si escribes al fabricante con ese numero le pueden decir. El fabricante se llama Baty, en el Reino Unido.

Skinfold Caliper With Bodytracker Software

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📊 Measure. Track. Transform. The gold standard in body composition.

VERSATILE MEASUREMENT FORMULAS - Supports Jackson-Pollock, Parillo, Durnin-Womersley methods for tailored body composition analysis.
CLINICALLY CERTIFIED EXCELLENCE - Only CE-marked skinfold caliper under Medical Devices Directive for guaranteed reliability.
PRECISION THAT PROFESSIONALS TRUST - Calibrated to National Standards with ±0.2 mm repeatability for flawless body fat readings.
SEAMLESS DIGITAL PROGRESS TRACKING - BodyTracker software visualizes your fat %, BMI, BMR, and more with dynamic graphs and photos.
BUILT FOR THE SERIOUS FITNESS ENTHUSIAST - Recommended by ISAK and used worldwide in elite fitness, nutrition, and research settings.

The Harpenden Skinfold Caliper with BodyTracker software is the world’s most accurate and scientifically validated skinfold caliper, offering 0.20 mm precision and 99% accuracy. CE-marked and calibrated to national standards, it’s trusted by professionals globally. The included Windows-only BodyTracker software enables comprehensive tracking of body fat percentage, BMI, BMR, and progress photos, supporting multiple measurement formulas and unlimited users—perfect for fitness pros and health-conscious millennials aiming for data-driven transformation.

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ASIN	B000BK30W4
Best Sellers Rank	#257,615 in Industrial & Scientific ( See Top 100 in Industrial & Scientific ) #28 in Medical Calipers
Brand	HARPENDEN
Brand Name	HARPENDEN
Customer Reviews	4.5 out of 5 stars 35 Reviews
Item Weight	3.1 pounds
Manufacturer	HARPENDEN
Material	Stainless Steel
Material Type	Stainless Steel
Measurement Accuracy	+/- 0.2 millimeters
Model	FG1056
Part Number	FG1056
Set Name	Harpenden Skinfold Caliper with BodyTracker Software Set
Unit Count	1 Count

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