Advancing Dimensional Calibration with the Labmaster Universal Model 100A (LMU)
Precision Beyond Measure: LMU Dimensional Calibration Services
At Instrument Calibration Solutions (ICS), we set the industry standard for precision calibration. We use the advanced Labmaster Universal Model 100A (LMU) to deliver meticulous, reliable, and multi-functional dimensional calibration services.
This case study explores how the LMU enhances our calibration capabilities, ensuring your tools meet and exceed quality control requirements, especially for critical applications in QA labs and beyond.
The Challenge: Ensuring Precision in Gage Block Calibration
A manufacturing client needed precision-grade calibration for their steel and ceramic gage blocks, essential tools in their quality assurance processes. The calibration demanded:
- Micron-level accuracy.
- Detailed correction values for nominal measurements.
- Control over environmental factors like temperature and humidity to mitigate thermal expansion effects.
Maintaining precision with such stringent requirements was critical to supporting their operational excellence.
Our Solution: Leveraging the LMU 100A for Precision Calibration
ICS utilized the Labmaster Universal Model 100A to meet the client’s calibration needs with precision and versatility. Our approach:
- Master Reference Blocks vs Grade 0 Gage Blocks as Reference
By using high-grade steel and ceramic gage blocks exclusively with the LMU, we ensure minimal wear and tear on reference materials, maintaining long-term calibration integrity. - Controlled Calibration Environment
All measurements were conducted in a strict temperature- and humidity-controlled lab, compensating for the thermal expansion coefficient of materials like steel, which can expand by 12 µin/in per °C. - Detailed Correction Reporting
Each calibrated gage block was issued a “correction card”, clearly documenting deviations from nominal values. For example, a 1-inch gage block reading 0.999995 received a correction of -5 µin for customer records. - Versatility Across Applications
Beyond gage blocks, the LMU allowed us to deliver precision calibration for:- Outside and inside lengths.
- Outside and inside diameters.
- Threaded plug gages.
- Visual measurements using microscope attachments for tools like tape measures and steel rulers.
Results: Elevating Quality Assurance Standards
The LMU provided the client with:
- Precision: Absolute accuracy for their gage blocks and critical QA tools.
- Reliability: Repeatable, high-quality calibrations reducing operational downtime.
- Versatility: Multi-functional calibration capabilities across diverse measurement applications.
- Trust: Confidence in their tools backed by ICS’s detailed reporting and correction documentation.
Why the LMU Matters for QA Labs
The Labmaster Universal Model 100A is a cornerstone for QA labs, offering true versatility and precision for essential tools like gage blocks, steel rulers, and more. With the LMU, ICS ensures every tool in your arsenal supports superior performance, no matter the application.
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