{"id":4840,"date":"2023-02-16T19:27:48","date_gmt":"2023-02-16T19:27:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.srpcontrol.com\/?p=4840"},"modified":"2023-09-21T19:04:13","modified_gmt":"2023-09-21T19:04:13","slug":"how-calibration-drift-causes-errors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.srpcontrol.com\/how-calibration-drift-causes-errors\/","title":{"rendered":"How Calibration Drift Causes Errors"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Measurement and control devices are delivered and calibrated to international standards. Over time, they will lose their accuracy, and measurement will drift. Drift can lead to measurement errors and related problems, including safety concerns. Even when detected, dealing with it can be frustrating and time-consuming in the field.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Avoiding\u00a0<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">calibration drift<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0plays an essential role in maintaining measurement accuracy. No matter your equipment, it is a common problem for all instruments in various fields.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">What is Calibration Drift?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Calibration drift<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0can be defined as a slow change in the response of a gauge. It is a slow variation of a performance characteristic such as gain or offset.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Causes of Calibration Drift<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Deviations cause drift errors in the performance of the measuring instrument that occurs after calibration.<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The specific causes may vary depending on the types of gauge you are using; some of the most common causes of gauge drift include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><u><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Environment Changes<\/span><\/u><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0\u2013 A sudden change in temperature or humidity can cause drift.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Misuse, Mishandling, or Neglect<\/span><\/li>\n<li><u><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Exposure to Harsh Conditions<\/span><\/u><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0\u2013 Corrosive substances or extreme temperatures can cause your instrument&#8217;s calibration trouble.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><u><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Sudden Shock<\/span><\/u><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0\u2013 Sudden mechanical or electrical shock or vibration will affect the instrument. Dropping the device can equal sudden shock, and calibration errors will follow.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><u><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Frequency<\/span><\/u><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0\u2013 Frequent use will speed up the need for calibration.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><u><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Natural Degradation<\/span><\/u><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0\u2013 Calibration over time with use eventually causes drift.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Some of these causes can be avoided by handling gauges properly and shielding them from damaging conditions. However, calibration drift can occur naturally over time and must be looked into.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Why Is Calibration Drift Important?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Unaddressed\u00a0<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">calibration drift<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0can lead to measurement errors. Not only will it give you skewed readings and increase risk, but calibration drift can also harm the longevity of your equipment. This is especially true when the drift is caused by something other than natural degradation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Restoring calibration is essential to preserving your investment and ensuring you can access reliable measurements when needed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Solving Calibration Drift<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Though you can prevent some environmental causes of gauge drift, the best way to protect your equipment is to calibrate your instruments professionally. Depending on your industry, you may need to have instruments calibrated yearly or more often. You may need to calibrate your instrument when it produces readings that don&#8217;t seem correct, or you need confirmation of its calibration accuracy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Calibration Solutions<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Calibration drift can take the instruments out of the field and show down your operation. To help you return to work with the correct equipment, look for an accredited company that knows your instruments. The SRP Controls laboratory maintains one of Canada&#8217;s most extensive equipment and calibration solutions providers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">By offering a wide range of calibrations and services based on a lab&#8217;s specific calibration needs, we can help you maintain integrity and calibrate speedily to keep your business running.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Measurement and control devices are delivered and calibrated to international standards. Over time, they will lose their accuracy, and measurement will drift. Drift can lead to measurement errors and related problems, including safety concerns. Even when detected, dealing with it can be frustrating and time-consuming in the field. 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