Metrology is the scientific study and practice of measurement, encompassing all aspects of the measurement process. It involves the development and maintenance of measurement standards, which serve as reference points to ensure uniformity and accuracy in measurements. The ultimate goal of metrology is to achieve both precision and accuracy in measurements, with precision referring to the repeatability and consistency of measurements and accuracy being the closeness of measurements to the true values. Calibration, a core process in metrology, involves comparing measuring instruments to known reference standards to determine their accuracy and correct any deviations, ensuring reliable and traceable measurements.
Measuring Devices
Measuring devices, also known as measuring instruments or metrological instruments, are tools designed to quantify and express physical quantities accurately. These devices are used in various fields, including science, engineering, manufacturing, research, and everyday life, to obtain precise measurements of quantities such as length, temperature, pressure, weight, time, and more. Measuring devices play a crucial...
Calibration and Traceability
Calibration and traceability are essential concepts in fields like measurement, testing, and quality assurance. Calibration involves comparing the measurements from an instrument to a known reference standard, with the aim of assessing and, if necessary, adjusting the instrument's performance to ensure accuracy. This process ensures that instruments provide reliable measurements. It is documented through calibration...
Measuring Devices
Measuring devices, also known as measuring instruments or metrological instruments, are tools designed...
Reference Standards
In the field of metrology, reference standards are precisely manufactured objects or instruments that...
Gauge Blocks
Gauge (or Gage) blocks are precision-ground, rectangular or square blocks made from high-quality steel,...
Surface Plates
A surface plate, is a large, flat, precision tool used as a reference surface for measuring and inspecting...
Other Granite Master Tools
Granite Master Squares
A granite master square, also known as a granite square or inspection square,...
Hole and Cylinder Measure
Holes and cylinders are typically measured using various precision instruments and techniques. The choice...
Three-Point Micrometer
A three-point micrometer, also known as a three-point inside micrometer or a three-point internal micrometer,...
Bore Gauge
A bore gauge, also known as a dial bore gauge, is a precision measuring instrument used to measure the...
Inside Hole Calipers
Inside hole calipers, also known as internal calipers or bore calipers, are precision measuring tools...
Telescoping Bore Gauge
A telescoping bore gauge is used by placing the gauge within a bore, expanding the telescopic arms until...