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1. OBJECTIVE

This procedure aims to describe the calibration process for steel tape measures and scales.
metallic, using standard tapes or standard scales as references. This procedure is applicable to the
execution of the calibration test of tape measure or scale during the inspector qualification process
dimensional control boiler making method.

This is a simplified procedure and should be used only for the above purpose.

2. REFERENCE DOCUMENTS

2.1 Ordinance No. 29 of 1995 from INMETRO - International Vocabulary of Fundamental and General Terms
Metrology (VIM)

2.2 ABNT NBR ISO 1 Standard – Reference standard temperature for industrial length measurements

2.3 ABNT NBR 10123 Standard - Steel tape measure

2.4 Standard ABENDI NA-008 – Qualification and Certification of Dimensional Control Inspector

3. TERMINOLOGY

Steel tape measure: Measuring instrument whose tape is graduated in the metric system, along its length.
length, with transverse stripes and coupled to a case or holder equipped with a mechanism of
manual or automatic tape retraction, with some models still having a locking system.

RBC: Brazilian Calibration Network formed by laboratories accredited by INMETRO to perform

calibrations according to the accreditation scope.

4. INSTRUMENTS

- Standard graduated ruler or standard tape measure;

Graduated magnifying glass;
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- Standard masses of 2 kg and 5 kg;
- Tape measure calibration support;
- Fastening devices;
- Thermometer;
- Caliper;
- Morsa.

5. DEVIATIONS TO BE VERIFIED

- Indication Errors;
- Thickness of the backrest;
Relief from the backrest.
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- Defects

6. EXECUTION

6.1 Calibration with standard scale

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6.1.1 Preparation

Cleaning – Use benzene, ether or isopropyl alcohol, white poplin fabric, paper napkin or
paper towels and latex gloves. They must be cleaned, the tape measure or scale to be calibrated, and the instruments to be
employed in this calibration.

Visual inspection - Using latex gloves, check if the tape shows any damage, such as a graduated tape.
turned off, corrosion, lock operation, damaged reference stop, risks in tape graduation
operation of the steel tape return spring, etc.. Record any anomalies in the calibration report.

Temperature stabilization - Place the tape measure or scale along with the standard on the support of
calibration for temperature stabilization. The ambient temperature, the tape measure, and the standards used,
It must be (20 6) ºC and verified with a thermometer of maximum resolution 1 ºC.

Verification of the calibration of the standards - The standards and instruments used must be calibrated by
RBC laboratories or laboratories that have standards with calibration traceable to national standards, and
within the calibration validity period. Record the data of the standards and instruments and their certificates
of calibration in the calibration report.

Preparation for calibration - The standard graduated scale is fixed onto the calibration support according to
the available fastening devices in the laboratory. Similarly, the tape measure or the scale to be calibrated
They should be to the calibration bench according to the available fixing systems in the laboratory.
The trains or scales to be calibrated should be fixed as close as possible to the standard (scale), if
possible adjustments to avoid reading errors. The alignment between the initial marks (zero) between the standard and
the instrument to be calibrated must be as precise as possible, as the accuracy of this alignment depends on it
calibration.

6.1.2 Determination of indication errors

The measurement is made by comparing the markings of the standard and the instrument being calibrated at the points.
selected, increasing the resolution of the standard with the aid of a graduated microscope with a smaller division of
0.1 or 0.05mm. The points to be checked will be recorded in the calibration report.

It is noted in the calibration report (Annex I) at each measurement point:

a) the value indicated on the tape measure at the point being calibrated;
b) the indication error for each point read (reading from the magnifying glass from the initial edge of the tape measure’s mark to the edge
initial of the ruler's line:

Figure 1 shows how to read the tape measure, magnifying glass, and ruler to measure the indication error of the tape measure.

Figure 1 - Measurement of the tape measure indication error

E = I - V V C; where:
E = indication error;
I = value of the indication on the measuring tape

V V C = conventional true value

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The greatest indication error will be the error of the highest value found among the measured points.

In the case of measuring lengths greater than the standard graduated scale, it is necessary to shift.
the tape measure until the last calibrated point aligns with the starting end of the standard graduated ruler,
observing that the initial edge of the line etched on the tape must coincide with the end of the graduated ruler
standard (use the graduated telescope to check the coincidence of lines). In these cases, one should use a
Clamping device to hold the steel tape of the tape measure juxtaposed to the standard graduated ruler in this position.
The other fastening items must be the same as those established in item 6.1 - Preparation.

It should be noted that the new values of the conventional true value must be added to the value
true conventional of the last point where the tape measure was moved in relation to the standard ruler.

Example: Calibration of a 5 m tape measure with a 2000 mm standard ruler.

Indicated value
on the train not the standard E=A-D
(VVC) (E)
... ... ...
0000 mm 999.5 mm 0.5 mm
3000 mm 1999.4 mm 0.6 mm
... ... ...

Shift the tape measure at the 2 m point to the beginning of the standard ruler.

6.1.3 Measurement of the backrest clearance and backrest thickness (only for convex tapes)

To measure the gap of the fixed backrest in the vise, between the jaws, use the steel tape of the measuring tape, fixing
the clamps on the rivets that secure the backrest to the tape. Measure with the internal gauges of the caliper the
distance between the inner surface of the backrest, without holding it, and the edge of the jaw of the vise (F). Note it down.
value measured in the calibration report. So measure the distance with the internal gauges of the caliper
between the inner surface of the backrest, holding it against the tape measure, and the edge of the jaw of the vise (G).
Record the measured value in the calibration report.

The value of the backrest clearance (H) is the difference between these two measurements.

H=F-G

The measurement of the thickness of the backrest is done using the external gauges of the caliper in position
close to the scale. Record the measured value in the calibration report.

6.2 Calibration with standard tape measure

Before checking for folds, creases, dents, or breaks, a cleaning must be carried out.
careful in the area to be calibrated and only after that, conduct a visual inspection where it should be reported.
when defects are found in the measuring tape.

6.2.1 Cleaning

For calibration, the tape measure must be free from dust, liquids, or pastes, and should be cleaned with a cloth.
dampened with isopropyl alcohol.

6.2.2 Execution

Fix the standard tape measure on the bench according to the available fastening device in the laboratory.

The standard zero, from which the tape measure to be calibrated is zeroed, will be the mark of 5.5 m on the standard, which is located
positioned at the beginning of the bench.
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This procedure aims to use the lower part of the scale marks, which are of better quality and of
existing hook at the beginning for fixing the tensioning mass of the pattern.

Tension the pattern with the force indicated on the scale, using a hook to hold the mass.

Position the tape measure or scale to be calibrated, with the initial mark coinciding with the 5.5 m mark of the tape measure.
Standard. The tape measure or scale to be calibrated should be resting, or have as little slack as possible.
among the scales.

Fix the tape measure or scale to be calibrated using the available fastening devices in the laboratory.
using rubber for tape protection and tensioning it with the force indicated on the scale. If the force of
if tensioning is not indicated on the tape scale, use a force of 50N. Use a clamp with two
rubber pieces on the clips for tape protection. Ensure that the tape does not suffer deformation.
when tensioned with the mass.

Confirm if the initial alignment (zeroing) was maintained after the tensioning of the tapes. If there is
Need to realign the tapes, use the existing device in the laboratory.

Take readings between the standard and the tape measure or calibration scale, increasing the resolution of the standard tape measure.
with the graduated telescope, recording the results on the provided form. The differences must be recorded.
in mm, and whether they are positive or negative (see fig.1. Take two readings at each point and calculate the average.

Measure the width of the tape (measuring tape) and the scale with a caliper and the thickness of the lines with a graduated eyepiece.
Record the environmental conditions (temperature and relative humidity) and issue an acceptance or rejection report.
train according to the following criteria.

7. RESULTS RECORD

A calibration report of the measuring tape must be prepared containing:

- characteristics of the tape measure - indication strip, brand and identification (serial number, etc.);
- environmental conditions (ambient temperature);
- visual inspection data (scratches, dents, oxidation, other damage);
- data of the instruments and standards used;
table containing the value indicated on the tape measure, the reading from the magnifying glass, and the value indicated on the ruler;
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- calculations of the conventional true value and the indication error at each measurement point;
- the value of the largest indication error;
- the value of the backrest thickness;
- the value of the backrest tilt;

8. ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA

To issue a compliance opinion for the equipment, one can consult the standard NBR 10123 - Tape Measures
Steel tape, which determines the tolerances for the indication errors or table 1*.

Note: * To be sure of the limit values, always refer to the original standard.

Table 1 – Tolerance for the indication error of the steel tape measure, according to ABNT NBR 10123:1987

Inspected length (m) Tape measure class Tolerance (mm)

1 0.3
<=1
2 0.6
1** (0,3 +Lx 10-4)
1
2 (0.6 + 2L x 10-4)
** L in mm.
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Annex I - Tape Measure Calibration Report

Procedure
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CALIBRATION REPORT OF TAPE/ SCALE
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1) Tape measure and standard data:

Indication range: Manufacturer:

Identification number: Model:
Reference standard used:

2) Environmental Conditions: Temperature: Relative Humidity:

3) Visual inspection (Observations)

4) Information

Conventional True Value

E = error
I = Indication
E = I - VVC

Calibration
VVC = Conventional true value
Value indicated on the tape measure Value Indicated in the Standard
Indication error
(VVC)

Greatest indication error:

Internal measurement of the backrest up to the Internal measurement of the backrest to the vise,
walrus, without holding it (F) holding it against the measuring tape (G)
Backrest tilt (H):
Backrest thickness:
H=F-G
6) Report: Approved

CLASS of the TRAIN:

7) Data on the instruments and standards used and observations:

Inspector: SNQC: