VSL expands scope K999 with vacuum calibrations

VSL has expanded its K999 scope with a new accreditation for vacuum calibrations.

With this addition, VSL aims to meet the growing demand for reliable and traceable vacuum measurements within the Netherlands and abroad.

The new accreditation enables companies and research organizations to obtain vacuum calibrations with short turnaround times, ensuring accurate and traceable results. With this expansion, VSL further strengthens its position as a leading national metrology institute and supports organizations in improving the accuracy and reliability of their vacuum measurements.

Measurement ranges with associated uncertainties under accreditation:

1.0·10-6 Pa – 1.0·10-5 Pa 24% – 7.7%
1.0·10-5 Pa – 1.0·10-5 Pa 5.9% – 3.3%
1.0·10-3 Pa – 1.0 Pa 2.8%
1.0 Pa – 1.0·10 4 Pa 0.65% – 0.23%