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Calibration Equipment & Standards and Calibration Software
Jun 01, 2020
I am always happy when I talk to customers who have been using a 5720A or even a 5700A calibrator for years, and they tell me they really depend on it and are happy with its performance. But now when I see one of those older calibrators in a lab – especially if that lab is using it as their calibration standard that gives them their scope of accreditation – I have to recommend replacing those calibrators with a new 5730A. In this post I want to explain why I am recommending that and also why...
May 20, 2020
How can you have the best experience when arranging for repair or calibration services for lab calibration equipment and other instruments? We asked three experts–-Anne Cobb, Stephanie May and Darcy Melton--from the Fluke Service Center in Everett, Washington and we are presenting their best tips in this post.
How to initiate a service request for calibration equipment
To get started with a service request, use the online tool to create a Return Material Authorization (RMA). Using this tool...
May 18, 2020
Anyone performing pressure calibrations can benefit from automation. Whether you are using an automated pressure controller such as the 8270A or PPC4, or a fully manual deadweight tester, there is a lot you can gain, from time savings and increased process consistency, to adding value to your data and certification deliverables. In these times, when calibration technicians may be stretched thin, calibration lab managers should especially consider the value of automation to supplement the...
Apr 29, 2020
Continuing our series on curated collections of our free online learning resources, this collection covers information related to contamination during pressure calibration.
Video: 6270A Contamination Prevention System
If you calibrate devices that contain water, oil, or gas, you could have problems if the wrong substance – or even something like grit – gets into your system. The optional Contamination Prevention System (CPS) helps keep the 2271A Industrial Pressure Calibrator, the 6270A...
Apr 16, 2020
Fluke Calibration recently hosted a webinar (now available in its entirety as free and on-demand) in which a panel of Fluke associates talked about lessons learned and best practices for working, when some employees can work remotely and others must go to the calibration laboratory, service facility or factory to do their work. The panel of experts (pictured from left to right above) included:
Chad Dodds, Manager, Technical Support and Training
Jeff Gust, Chief Corporate Metrologist
George...
Apr 10, 2020
Continuing our series on curated collections of our free online learning resources, this collection covers information related to how to calibrate a digital multimeter (DMM).
Calibration of a digital multimeter
Blog post: Understanding the Basics of Digital Multimeter Calibration
If you’re new to digital multimeter calibration, this is a good place to start. It provides an overview about why DMMs need to be calibrated, with a link to a longer application note on the topic. The post moves into...
Apr 02, 2020
We hope you are well and weathering recent events in health and safety. COVID-19 has caused factories, calibration labs, and operations to shut down around the globe, impacting a great many of you. We offer our sincerest hope that you and your families remain safe during this time. For others, your work of keeping the world maintained and operational has become even more important.
We offer our deepest gratitude for your crucial work and the sacrifices you are making right now. Over the...
Mar 03, 2020
There are three common methods for calibrating temperature sensors:
Calibrating just the electronics with a simulator
Calibrating both the electronics and the sensor in a dry-well
Calibrating both the electronics and the sensor in a dry-well with a reference thermometer
Here is a quick look at these methods and the pros and cons of each.
Calibrating just the electronics with a simulator
To calibrate the electronics of a temperature measurement/control system, a temperature simulator takes an...
Feb 28, 2020
One of the qualities of Fluke Calibration test and measurement equipment is excellent longevity. With regular care and maintenance, Fluke calibrators can last for many years and become staples of the calibration lab. Moreover, many of our customers pride themselves on their ability to repair older equipment, making Fluke Calibration products assets that provide a return on investment for decades.
When we say a calibrator is “end of life” or "end of service" it can be easy to assume we mean any...
Feb 13, 2020
Why calibrate flowmeters?
A flowmeter measures the rate that fluid or gas moves through it. Test and measurement professionals use them in a wide variety of applications where accurate flow measurements are critical, including (but not limited to) HVAC, energy and utilities, water management, aerospace, agriculture and the pharmaceutical industry. In applications like these, it’s important to calibrate the flowmeters that make the measurements. Regular calibrations assure...