calibration

2 definitions • 4 examples

the units of measurement marked on an instrument so that it can measure accurately:

A fine catheter with 10-mm calibrations was inserted by the surgeon.

At the rear of the heating element is a temperature control dial with calibrations from 1 to 5.

the process of checking a measuring instrument to see if it is accurate:

We have a metrology lab for instrument calibration and repair.

The terminal display leads the operator through the calibration.