Description
The Harpenden Professional Skin Fold Caliper (C-0120) is a widely used device for measuring skinfold thickness in order to estimate body fat percentage. It's known for its accuracy and reliability in body composition assessments. The caliper works by pinching the skin and underlying fat at specific sites on the body, and the thickness of the fold is measured in millimeters.
The caliper typically includes a scale for measurement, and the results are used in various formulas to calculate body fat percentage, such as the Jackson-Pollock or Durnin-Womersley equations.
It is often used by professionals like personal trainers, sports scientists, and health professionals due to its precision and ease of use.