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Evaluation of Load Cells for Legal Metrology at NIST

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Author(s)

Kevin L. Chesnutwood

Abstract

Load cells for use in legal metrology issues are evaluated in accordance with the National Type Evaluation Program (NTEP) and the International Organization of Legal Metrology (OIML). An overview of the role played by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in the testing of these load cells will examine testing parameters, procedures, and analysis of results. The major challenges and difficulties that manufacturers face in meeting these guidelines and achieving agreement with NIST test results will be examined. Additionally, NIST?s participation in an intercomparison with other laboratories will be discussed.
Proceedings Title
NCSLI International 2001 Annual Workshop & Symposium: The New Economy: What Role will Metrology Play?
Conference Dates
July 29-August 2, 2001
Conference Location
Washington, DC
Conference Title
NCSLI International 2001 Annual Workshop & Symposium

Keywords

force, intercomparison, legal metrology, load cell, NTEP, OIML, type evaluation

Citation

Chesnutwood, K. (2001), Evaluation of Load Cells for Legal Metrology at NIST, NCSLI International 2001 Annual Workshop & Symposium: The New Economy: What Role will Metrology Play?, Washington, DC (Accessed October 14, 2025)

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Created January 1, 2001, Updated February 19, 2017
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