Vibration Meter Calibration
Vibration Meter Calibration
A vibration sensor's sensitivity drifts the same way a microphone's does — quietly, and without warning. A
known acceleration reference is what confirms the reading in front of you is still the reading it should be.
One Reference Frequency, Three Verified Parameters
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159.2 Hz
Fixed calibration frequency chosen because it converts to a clean, round displacement value — simplifying the acceleration-to-displacement math
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1 & 10 m/s²
Dual acceleration levels available on the higher-tier calibrator, confirming linearity rather than just a single point
Choose the Mount
Bolt or magnetically mount a small accelerometer, or set a larger environmental sensor directly on the platform.
Check Before
Run the calibrator and confirm the meter reads the known reference acceleration before starting the measurement.
Measure
Carry out the vibration measurement session without disturbing the sensor's mounting or orientation.
Check After
Repeat the check afterward — a shifted reading means the session's data needs to be flagged and reviewed.
Three Ways to Calibrate a Vibration Meter
From a fast pre-shift check to a broader verification across sensor types and acceleration levels.
Quick Field Sensitivity Check
A compact, handheld, single-level check before and after a measurement session — fast enough to run every time without slowing the work down.
Environmental Sensor Calibration
Larger accelerometers used for environmental vibration measurement sit directly on the platform — no bolt or magnetic mount required.
Dual-Level Linearity Verification
Checking at both 1 and 10 m/s² confirms the sensor responds linearly across a wider range, not just at a single acceleration value.
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Common Questions About Vibration Meter Calibration
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1. If the calibrator only outputs acceleration, how does it verify a meter's velocity or displacement reading?
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2. When do I need to bolt the sensor down versus just setting it on the platform?
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3. Do I need the dual-level calibrator, or is a single-level check enough?
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4. Can the same calibrator check a hand-arm vibration meter and an environmental vibration meter?
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