Force Gauge
Calibrate force gauges for tension and compression measurement to ISO 376.
Standards
ISO 376, ISO/IEC 17025
Typical Interval
12 months
Uncertainty Range
±0.5–2% FS
What Is Force Gauge?
Force gauges measure tension and compression forces for materials testing, spring force verification, and production QC. ISO 376 calibration verifies accuracy at multiple test points in both tension and compression directions.
Applicable Standards
Primary standards: ISO 376, ISO/IEC 17025
ISO/IEC 17025-accredited laboratories must maintain an unbroken traceability chain from the calibration result back to NIMT (Thailand's national metrology institute) or another internationally recognised NMI.
Typical Measurement Uncertainty
Expanded uncertainty is typically ±0.5–2% FS, depending on the measurement range, reference equipment used, and environmental conditions. The actual uncertainty will be stated on your calibration certificate.
Recommended Calibration Interval
A calibration interval of 12 months is generally recommended. The appropriate interval for your specific instrument depends on usage frequency, environmental exposure, and any applicable regulatory or customer requirements.
What Your Calibration Certificate Will Include
- Calibration results — instrument indication vs. reference value at each test point
- Error and expanded uncertainty (U) at k=2 (95% confidence level)
- Traceability chain to NIMT or a recognised NMI
- Environmental conditions during calibration (temperature, humidity)
- Calibration date, certificate number, and authorised signature
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is it important to calibrate a Force Gauge?+
Weight and force measurements affect product quality, legal trade, and structural safety. An uncalibrated Force Gauge can accumulate bias across thousands of measurements. Calibration corrects systematic error to within ±0.5–2% FS per ISO 376, ISO/IEC 17025.
How often should a Force Gauge be calibrated?+
Most Force Gauges should be calibrated every 12 months under normal operating conditions. High-use environments, harsh conditions (vibration, temperature extremes), or regulatory requirements (FDA, GMP, ISO 17025) may necessitate more frequent calibration. Always follow the manufacturer's recommended interval as a baseline and consult your lab's quality plan.
What does a Force Gauge calibration certificate show?+
A calibration certificate issued under ISO/IEC 17025 includes: the instrument identification (make, model, serial number), the reference standards used (with their own traceability chain), the measurement points tested, before/after correction values, the expanded measurement uncertainty (±0.5–2% FS), the environmental conditions during calibration, the calibration date and next-due date, and the signature of the authorized calibration engineer. This certificate is the evidence required for audits and accreditation.
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