Basic Training Workbook
Version 1.5 - August 2007
9
Chapter 1: Getting Started
Calibration
What is Calibration?
Calibration is the process by which a measurement device is optimized to perform
measurements accurately. The FARO Gage is calibrated at the factory and will maintain its
accuracy unless it is damaged.
Probe Calibration
The FARO Gage collects data with a probe attached to the end of the handle. Once the probe
is attached, the location of the probe tip relative to the Gage's coordinate system must be
determined prior to measuring, hence the need for probe calibration.
Calibrate the probe prior to every measurement session and whenever you switch probes.
There are two acceptable ways to calibrate a probe:
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Single Hole method - recommended for standard ball probes.
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Sphere method - recommended for touch trigger probes and point probes.
In this guide, we will cover the Single Hole method.
N
OTE
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Please refer to the Gage manual CD included with your system for Sphere Method
and Single Hole Method with Guidance instructions.
