Instrument calibration is a primary process used to ensure instrument accuracy. It is an instrument configuration process that is used to provide a result for a sample within the set acceptable range. A fundamental aspect of calibration is to eliminate or minimize the factors that cause inaccurate measurements. Calibrating a device helps validate that design/manufacturing processes are under statistical control and within the system error budget.
Advantages:
- Ensures that instrument drift is minimized
- Rectifies the device back to high accuracy measurement capacities after an unexpected shock or vibration that might have put the device out of its specified limits
- Ensures product/batch quality remains consistently high over time
Who uses Calibration Tools?
- Metrologists
- Instrumentation and control (I&C)
- Electrical and instrumentation technicians and engineers
- Facility management engineers
- Maintenance technicians and engineers
- Quality engineers
- Field engineers
Where is Calibration Tools used?
Calibration tools are used either in a dedicated calibration laboratory or out in a plant or on the field. Some devices that need regular calibration assessments include:
- IR & thermal cameras
- Multimers
- Clamp meters
- Power and energy meters & analyzers
- Installation and earth testers
- Thermohygro meters
- Pressure and temperature transmitters & gauges
- RCD testers
How to safely use Calibration Tools?
- A user must know which parameter needs to be measured or tested
- Make sure all the electrical connections are as per the desired measurements
- Never use instruments beyond its highest range limit or it may result in the calibration instrument malfunctioning
- While operating on high temperatures, make sure to wear proper PPE kit
- While operating on high pressure, all the fittings must be fully tightened or it may result in a blast of the fittings
- While using Class I and Class II equipment, make sure it has valid pat test certifications
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