Standard Calibration Procedure

Test Subject: Caliper, Dial or Digital

Procedure #: QSCP-45
Revision #: 2.0
Date: 06/12/2016
Approval: James Cagle

1.0 Purpose

1.1 To establish a standard procedure for calibration of Inside Indicating Caliper, Dial or
Digital.

2.0 Requirements

2.1 The calibration laboratory shall be furnished with all items of equipment (including
reference materials) required for the correct performance of calibrations and tests. In
those cases where the laboratory needs to use equipment outside its permanent control, it
shall ensure that the relevant requirements of this section are met.

2.2 All measuring and testing equipment having an effect on the accuracy or validity of
calibrations or tests shall be calibrated and/or verified before being put into service. The
laboratory shall have an established program for the calibration and verification of its
measuring and test equipment. The program will ensure the recall or removal from
service of any standard or equipment that has exceeded its calibration interval or is
otherwise judged to be unreliable.

2.3 The laboratory shall use appropriate methods and procedures for all calibrations and tests
and related activities within its responsibility (including sampling, handling, transport and
storage, preparation of items, estimation of uncertainty of measurement and analysis of
calibration and/or test data). They shall be consistent with the accuracy required and with
any standard specifications relevant to the calibrations or tests concerned.

2.4 The laboratory shall have documented instructions on the use and operation of all
relevant equipment, on the handling and preparation of items, and for calibration and/or
testing, where the absence of such instructions could jeopardize the calibrations or tests.
All instructions, standards, manuals and reference data relevant to the work of the
laboratory shall be maintained up-to-date and be readily available to the staff.

3.0 Referenced Documents

3.1 ISO 17025

3.2 NIST Handbook 150

3.3 NIST Technical Note 1297

3.4 ANSI/NCSL Z540-1

3.5 Gagemaker Mic-Trac Manual

4.0 Materials Required

4.1 Cleaning solution

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Test Subject: Caliper, Dial or Digital
Procedure #: QSCP-45
Revision #: 2.0
Date: 06/12/2016
Approval: James Cagle

4.2 Hard Arkansas stone

4.3 Lint free cloth

4.4 Cotton Gloves

4.5 Measuring Machine (Gagemaker’s Mic-Trac)

4.6 TF-CA Mic Trac caliper fixtures

4.7 Jaw Alignment Block

4.8 Vernier Masters

4.9 Gage Block (2”)

4.10 Certifi Software

5.0 Special Precautions

5.1 Use extreme care when removing dirt, fingerprints and other foreign substances so that
cleaning solutions do not enter internal portions of this gage.

5.2 Use a hard Arkansas stone to remove only the positive surface imperfections on gaging
surfaces.

5.3 Ensure cotton gloves are worn to protect gage blocks from exposure to oils on hands.

6.0 Accuracy / Required Range / Measurement Uncertainties

6.1 Accuracy shall be within one scale division.

6.2 Required range shall be within manufacturer specifications.

6.3 If the tolerance is specified by the manufacturer or if customers require tolerances other
than specified above, these considerations should govern the acceptability of the test
results.

NOTE: Measurement uncertainties are budgeted and calculated using the ISO Guide to the Expression of
Uncertainty Management (GUM). Reported uncertainties expressed at approximately the 95% confidence level
using a coverage factor of K=2. Unless otherwise stated, a Test Uncertainty Ratio of 4:1 or greater was used.
Measurement uncertainty is not taken into account when determining if the instrument under test is within the
tolerance limits.
Standards used are traceable to NIST. Calibrations are in accordance with ISO/IEC 17025, ISO 9000, ANSI/NCSL
Z540-1.
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Test Subject: Caliper, Dial or Digital
Procedure #: QSCP-45
Revision #: 2.0
Date: 06/12/2016
Approval: James Cagle

7.0 Procedure

7.1 Visually examine the device for any obvious defects that would affect its accuracy or
function. Record the “as found” condition of the device onto the Job Log. If
discrepancies are noted, discontinue calibration and refer to paragraph 9.1 (Out of
Tolerance Conditions).

7.2 Obtain a random reading and or accuracy “field test” from the device. Record the “as
found” condition onto the Job Log. If discrepancies are noted, discontinue calibration and
refer to paragraph 9.1 (Out of Tolerance Conditions).

7.3 Verify that identification markings of the gage is distinct and in agreement with the
Calibration Work Order.

7.4 Determine minimum and maximum measurement range of indicating caliper.

7.5 Select one Certifi Template that represents values within the range of the caliper.

7.6 Clean both the receiver pads, mounting surfaces of the CF-CA caliper fixtures and the
jaw alignment block using a cloth and ZEP I.D. Red Cleaner.

7.7 Mount caliper fixtures onto Mic-Trac.

7.8 Insert the jaw alignment block between the CF-CA blocks, making sure that ¼” of the
block extends above the fixtures.

7.9 Apply enough force on the Y axis adjust knob to hold the jaw alignment block between
the caliper fixtures.

7.10 Secure Lock.

7.11 Clean the caliper and clamp the jaws to the jaw alignment block.

7.12 Using a 5/32” hex wrench, tighten the clamp on top of the right caliper fixture.

7.13 Tight the clamp on top of the left caliper fixture. Release the lock and remove the jaw
alignment block.

7.14 Using the Y axis adjust knob, bring the jaws of the caliper together until the dial of the
caliper reads zero.

7.15 Click on the CERTIFI monitor icon to open the CERTIFI Monitor window.

7.16 Choose the “S” axis from the pull down block.

7.17 Bring the mic-trac jaws together and click the zero button twice.

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Procedure #: QSCP-45
Revision #: 2.0
Date: 06/12/2016
Approval: James Cagle

7.18 Enter the gage measurements in the measured column and send to table, until all
measurements are recorded.

7.19 Loosen the caliper fixture and remove caliper.

7.20 Measure the ID jaws using the Vernier Masters, to 2.5”. Enter into Certifi.

7.21 Using a 2” Gage Block, measure the Depth Rod on caliper (if available). Record in
Certifi.

8.0 Out of Tolerance Conditions

8.1 If any results are found to be significantly out of tolerance during the
calibration/verification process, notification shall be made to the customer . If
appropriate, state the out of tolerance condition with the associated measurement data so
that appropriate action can be taken.

10.0 Records

10.1 The records for instrument requiring calibration shall include an individual record of
calibration. This record shall provide a description or identification of the item,
calibration interval, date calibrated, identification of the calibration source, calibration
results (data and/or condition status) and calibration action taken (adjusted, repaired, new
value assigned, de-rated, etc.).

11.0 Calibration Status

11.1 Instruments shall be labeled to indicate calibration or verification status. The label shall
identify specific date calibrated (date, month, year, Julian date, or equivalent) and the
specific calibration due date or usage equivalent. Items not calibrated to their full
capability or which have other limitations of use, shall be labeled or otherwise identified
as to the limitations. When it is impractical to apply a label directly to an item, the label
may be affixed to the instrument container or some other suitable means may be used to
reflect calibration status. Tamper resistant seals are affixed to operator accessible
controls or adjustments, which if moved will invalidate the calibration. The quality
system shall provide instructions for disposition of equipment with broken tamper
resistant seals.

12.0 Storage and Handling

12.1 Instrument shall be handled, stored, and transported in a manner which shall not
adversely affect the calibration or condition of the equipment.

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