Main stages of calibration of measuring instruments

The main stages of calibration of measuring instruments are described. The stage of preparation for calibration and its main steps are considered: setting a measurement task, choosing a method and equipment, choosing (developing) calibration methods and their verification (validation). The content of the measurement experiment is presented together with the main measurement methods that can be used to calibrate the indications of measuring instruments and material measures. The main steps of experimental data processing, which lead to the estimation of the numerical value and uncertainty evaluation of the measurand being calibrated, are considered. The preparation of calibration results, including the uncertainty budget and calibration certificate, is described. Procedures for assessing the probability of compliance of a calibrated measuring instrument and material measure with the specified metrological characteristics, as well as for validating their calibration methods, are considered.