Setting and Adjusting Instrument Calibration Intervals
Application Notes
For every organization that relies on electronic test equipment, the cost of instrument calibration is sometimes viewed as an expense that could be easily reduced. Calibration costs—and therefore calibration intervals—are part of a broader discussion that includes tradeoffs between risk and cost, and between quality and customer satisfaction. Because the instrument manufacturer provides a recommended calibration interval, there may be a feeling that this is an arbitrary time span driven by tradition or other motivations. From Keysight Technologies perspective, a well-defined calibration interval is one that balances the tradeoffs between the cost and inconvenience of the process and the need to keep test instruments performing within their specifications. The right cal interval also reduces the risks that come with inaccurate measurements and erroneous pass/fail decisions. Ultimately, our overarching goal is to boost your confidence in two areas: in the results our instruments produce and in the decisions you make based on those results.