A service-center calibration is a comprehensive inspection of your head unit that verifies the instrument continues to operate within its specified performance tolerances and identifies issues that may not be visible during normal operation. Broadly speaking, these should occur yearly. Please send the tool to your nearest service center during a time of the year most convenient to you.
A field calibration, on the other hand, allows the instrument to compensate for small alignment changes that can occur during transportation, setup, and everyday use. It helps maintain measurement accuracy between service-center calibrations and is an important part of routine instrument care. These should be conducted regularly when the tool is in use.
A service-center calibration is capable of checking the following:
- Overall accuracy against specified performance tolerances
- Wear or degradation of mechanical components
- Optical performance and internal alignment
- Internal contamination from dust, moisture, or environmental exposure
- Condition of motors, drives, and moving assemblies
- Early signs of component wear that may affect long-term performance
- Overall instrument health and reliability
Field calibration is vital for maintaining accuracy while working, while service-center calibrations are vital for overall tool health.
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