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Instrument calibration basics
What calibration and qualification mean, and how the most common instruments are calibrated.
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- For: Analysts, calibration and QA staff
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- ReadCalibration, definedThe difference between calibration, verification and qualification.
- ReadTraceabilityWhy your weights and thermometers need certificates.
- ReadQualification: DQ, IQ, OQ, PQThe lifecycle every instrument goes through.
- ReadBalance repeatabilityThe USP <41> check most labs run.
- ReadBalance minimum weightThe smallest amount you can weigh accurately.
- ReadpH meter buffer calibrationSlope and offset explained.
- ReadUV-Vis wavelength accuracyHolmium oxide and why wavelength matters.
- ReadHPLC flow rate accuracyA timed-collection calibration.
- CalculateFlow rate accuracy calculatorPractise the % error calculation.
- ReadDissolution tester mechanical calibrationWobble, centring and height.
- ReadAutoclave temperature mappingMapping and F0 for sterilisers.
- ReadWhen an instrument is out of calibrationImpact assessment and what to do next.