CALIBRATION OF MEASURING

AND TESTING EQUIPMENTS

 What is Calibration??
Calibration is all about verification and making adjustments if needed.
When you calibrate you’re making a comparison.
If you’re controlling a production process we want to make sure the
outcomes are in line with the specifications.
Device/ Instrument -> What parameter, value: Multimeter: voltage,
current, resistance, continuity
Each of the variables are meeting the specifications for that instrument
and that’s where Calibration comes in.
Ruler, weight scale, thermometer
 Why do we need calibration?

To ensure Consistency of production/ Conformity to specifications so

that when we make measurements on your devices and have the
confidence on the info we’re receiving.
 Walk thorough a calibration event
1. Device/Instrument you will be testing
Understand the requirements and characteristics
2. Identify what standards or references you have
Other Instruments, standard units
3. Procedure - Traceability
Devices used for the test are calibrated back to a reference so they
are consistent - Calibration Intervals
4. Method for adjustments / disposal
If needed

When the instrument is calibrated Engineers know that it’s working correctly
Does my equipment needs calibration?

• What is the risk of failure?

• What is the risk of a non-conformance?

Most manufacturers assign a calibration interval. A month, a year or

two depending on the product

Also based on the company’s knowledge of how it operates over time.

 Risk of not calibrating

• We hear that calibration is Waste of time and money, things

don’t fail

• The problem comes when you don’t maintain these systems

and equipment
• The true cost of quality comes to bear when you have a
failure
 Champs Calibration

Instrument

Calibration Frequency

Calibration History

Location History

Technicians
 Hands-On Practice

1. Locate the <Weight Scale 01> instrument

2. Identify current instrument details
1. Calibration Tolerance
2. Calibration Frequency
3. Review previous calibrations and Location history
1. Update Location History
4. Enter the Calibration Forecast window
5. Proceed with calibration performance
 Main points
• Instrument
• The Next Due Date will auto-populate based on the
frequency chosen.
• Forecast
• Calibration(s) that are due within the specified date range. It
also allows modifying Next Scheduled, Scheduled Date &
Technician fields.
• Calibration
• Results, performed by, how many hours it took, if a DPIR was
issued