Common Mistakes When Using Ball Bars in CMM Calibration
Why ball bars are widely used Ball bars are one of the most practical tools for evaluating CMM performance. They
Focus on high-precision ball testing
Why ball bars are widely used Ball bars are one of the most practical tools for evaluating CMM performance. They
The common question from engineers and buyers When purchasing calibration artifacts such as ball bars, ball plates, or reference spheres,
Why ISO 10360 matters in real measurement work Most engineers first encounter ISO 10360 during machine acceptance or periodic audit
A question without a single answer One of the questions customers ask most frequently is: “How often should a calibration
Why traceability becomes important Most engineers encounter the term “traceability” during audits or certification reviews. At first, it can sound
Accuracy and uncertainty are not the same thing One of the most common misunderstandings in dimensional metrology is assuming that
Bigger measurement volumes create different challenges As measurement volumes increase, calibration becomes more difficult. Errors that remain invisible in small
Accuracy reports do not tell the whole story Modern 3D scanners are capable of producing extremely impressive specifications. Manufacturers often
The problem many engineers encounter One of the most frustrating situations in dimensional metrology is receiving different measurement results from
A measurement system can appear highly accurate while still producing unreliable results. This sounds contradictory, but it happens more often