T.O.

33K6-4-2696-1

TECHNICAL MANUAL

CALIBRATION PROCEDURE

FOR

SURFACE PLATES

ELECTRONIC LEVELING SYSTEM METHOD

This publication replaces T.O. 33K6-4-2696-1 dated 28 February 2018.

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SURFACE PLATES

ELECTRONIC LEVELING SYSTEM METHOD

1 CALIBRATION DESCRIPTION:

Table 1.

Test Instrument (TI) Performance Test

Characteristics Specifications Method

Flatness Range: As listed in Table A-1 and Measured using an

Table A-2, Appendix A Electronic Leveling
System or an Electronic
Accuracy: As listed in Table A-1 and Height Gage
Table A-2, Appendix A

Range: Smaller than 12 X 12 in Measured using an

Electronic Height Gage
Accuracy: *

* See step 3.14.

2 EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum Use Calibration Sub-

Noun Specifications Equipment Item

2.1 ELECTRONIC Range: N/A Mahr Federal

LEVELING EMD-832P-50
SYSTEM Accuracy: 2% FS of range

TAR is 2.5:1

2.1.1 SOFTWARE Range: N/A T.O. 33K6-4-9019-10

PACKAGE
Accuracy: N/A

2.2 STRAIGHT EDGE Range: As needed to span As Available

TI diagonal length

Accuracy: N/A

2.3 ELECTRONIC Range: 0.0002 in Federal Specifications

HEIGHT GAGE EAS-1226
Accuracy: 10 in *1, *2

See footnotes at end of Equipment Requirements.

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Minimum Use Calibration Sub-

Noun Specifications Equipment Item

2.4 SURFACE PLATE Range: 36  72 in Brown & Sharpe

701-157
Accuracy: within 60 in TIR
over entire measurement area *1, *2

2.5 REPEAT READING Range: N/A Starrett

GAGE 779
Accuracy: 20 in

TAR is 3:1

2.6 LEVELING PLATE Range: N/A AFMETCAL *3

8636110
Accuracy: N/A

2.7 C CLAMP Range: N/A As Available

Accuracy: N/A

2.8 ETHYL ALCOHOL Range: N/A As Required

Accuracy: N/A

2.9 HAND CLEANER Range: N/A As Available

Accuracy: N/A

2.10 PRECISION Range: N/A As Available

LEVEL
Accuracy: 1 min/div

*1 If the recorded TIR for the TI is 200 µin or larger, the TAR is 4:1 or greater. If the recorded TIR for the TI is
less than 200 µin, the TAR is less than 4:1. Measurement Uncertainty and TAR is degraded because the
measurement includes additional error due to the four corners not being exactly leveled.

*2 When Surface Plate Calibration Software Package is used: If the recorded TIR for TI is 144 µin or larger, the
TAR is 4:1 or greater. If the recorded TIR for the TI is less than 144 µin, the TAR is less than 4:1.
Measurement Uncertainty and TAR is improved because the Surface Plate Calibration Software Package will
mathematically balance the four corners and zero the center position.

*3 Contact AFMETCAL if item is not available.

3 PRELIMINARY OPERATIONS:

3.1 Review and become familiar with the entire procedure before beginning the Calibration Process.

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WARNING

Unless otherwise designated, and prior to beginning the Calibration Process,

ensure that all test equipment voltage and/or current outputs are set to zero (0) or
turned off, where applicable. Ensure that all equipment switches are set to the
proper position before making connections or applying power. If not strictly
observed, could result in injury to, or death of, personnel or long term health
hazards.

WARNING

Alcohol is an eye and skin irritant. Use protective equipment (chemical splash
goggles and gloves) where potential of splash and skin contact may occur.
Failure to do so may result in injury. If eye contact should occur, flush well
with water and seek immediate medical attention. If not strictly observed, could
result in injury to, or death of, personnel or long term health hazards.

WARNING

Alcohol is a flammable liquid and may be ignited by heat, sparks, or flames.

Vapors may travel to a source of ignition and flash back. Alcohol burns with an
almost invisible flame. If not strictly observed, could result in injury to, or death
of, personnel or long term health hazards.

NOTE

Surface Plates change at a rate of 3 in/in/ºF.

3.2 Calibration area must be 73 6 °F and must not vary more than 2 °F in the four hours prior to and during the
Calibration Process. Annotate the Special block of the Certification Label with the following: TI Grade, Flatness,
See Calibration Chart. If the TI is calibrated outside of the environment stated above, it must be calibrated to
Grade C Flatness Tolerance and it must include the following statement on the Calibration Chart: This calibration is
only valid for a temperature range of ## 6 °F. Where ## is the average temperature during calibration.

3.2.1 For PMEL owned Surface Plates only: Email to the AFMETCAL TCM, a copy of the Surface Plate Isometric
Plot, a copy of the Surface Plate Numerical Plot and a copy of the Surface Plate Uniformity Plot. This information
will be used by AFMETCAL to assess the condition of all Surface Plates at all PMEL sites.

3.2.2 If applicable, place a copy of the Surface Plate Isometric, Numerical and Uniformity Plots with the TI.

3.3 For TIs located within the PMEL, level the TI along the perimeter and diagonals using a Precision Level. Level
is indicated when the bubble is centered within 1 division. If correction is needed, perform by adjustable feet or
placing shims under feet. If PMEL does not have capability of leveling TI, annotate on Certification Label: Surface
Plate not leveled.

3.4 Clean the TI twice with Hand Cleaner then, once with Ethyl Alcohol. Wait 4 hours before beginning
calibration. For smaller TIs, 12 to 18 inches, proceed to para 4.2. For TIs smaller than 12 inches, proceed to
para 4.3.

NOTE

Para 4.1 can be used for smaller TIs 12 to 18 inches if at least 5 stations can be
accomplished on shortest side of TI. Use Appendix B as guideline for
determining information needed.

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3.5 Connect test equipment to an appropriate power source. Make test equipment connections as necessary, set
POWER switches to ON and allow warm-up as required by the manufacturer.

3.6 One Electronic Leveling System head will be used as the reference and the other for calibration. Once a line
has been set up for calibration, do not move the reference head until the line has been completed.

3.7 Mark the top surface of the TI with lines as shown in Figure 1. The perimeter lines will be either 2 or 3 inches
from the edge, depending on the size of the TI. See Table B-1. For TIs with a length longer than 96 inches, the
north side will be one of the longer sides of the TI, which is the side that will bear the Certification Label; otherwise
the north side can be any side.

Certification Label (North Reference)

Figure 1.

3.8 Refer to Table B-1, Appendix B. Using a ruler with appropriate graduations, mark the Straight Edge with
increments corresponding to the applicable TI plate size. Clamp the Straight Edge parallel to and far enough from
the first TI line to be calibrated, so that the centerline of the two foot pads of the Electronic Leveling System, near
the Straight Edge, are centered on the line being run. Always move the Electronic Leveling System head in the
direction indicated.

3.9 If the Electronic Leveling System laptop computer used for calibration is not connected to a printer, it will be
necessary to transfer the data to another computer (via cable or disk) to print the TI plot when the instruction to do
so is given in step 4.1.32. If another computer is utilized, the Electronic Leveling System Software Package must be
installed. Due to licensing restrictions, only one other computer (in addition to the laptop) may operate the
Electronic Leveling System Software Package, and that computer must be located in and under the control of the
TMDE Laboratory.

3.10 Verify T.O. 33K6-4-9019-10 is the most recent version as per the AF TO Catalog or equivalent.

3.11 Set up the Electronic Leveling System to calibrate Surface Plates IAW Commercial Manual: MAN-A-850
Rev. 4.2.

3.12 Computer displays, selections and menus will appear in bold type throughout the Calibration Process text.

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3.13 UNIFORMITY VERIFICATION: (For PMEL Owned Surface Plate Only)

NOTE

Uniformity verification using the Repeat Reading Gage only needs

accomplished on PMEL owned Surface Plates that have at least one side
dimension longer than 2 feet. Common Surface Plate sizes that require
Uniformity verification include, but are not limited to, 2 X 3, 3 X 6, 4 X 4,
4 X 6, 4 X 5 and 4 X 8 feet, etc.

3.13.1 Refer to Figure 2 and draw an image of the Surface Plate with all 8 lines. Label the drawing as Surface Plate
Uniformity Plot. Number each line accordingly and identify location of the Certification Label. Ensure to make
drawing large enough to annotate measurements approximately every 5 inches 0.5 inches, beginning at the center
position working outward to the Surface Plate corner or perimeter line. It is acceptable for the last measurement on
each end of the line to be less than 5 inches.

T I M F G L A B E L O R C E R T IF IC A T IO N L A B E L (N o rth R eferen c e)

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5 1
TI

Figure 2.

3.13.2 Identify on the Surface Plate Uniformity Plot, the Surface Plate P/N, S/N, ID#, PMEL Location, Date,
Technician Name, Surface Plate Grade and resolution of the Repeat Reading Gage indicator. Note that all recorded
measurement results are in microinches.

3.13.3 Place the Repeat Reading Gage in the center of the Surface Plate aligned with line #1. Zero the Repeat
Reading Gage.

3.13.4 Carefully slide the Repeat Reading Gage from the Surface Plate center position outward to each 5 inch
position along line #1 to the last position. Record each measurement onto the Surface Plate Uniformity Plot in
microinches. When the last measurement is recorded, slide the Repeat Reading Gage back to the center position and
re-zero. Repeat this step for the opposite side of Surface Plate line #1. It is acceptable for the last measurement on
each end of the line to be less than 5 inches.

3.13.5 Repeat steps 3.13.3 and 3.13.4 for all Surface Plate lines. Ensure to align the Repeat Reading Gage with the
line being measured when setting zero.

3.13.6 Refer to steps 3.2, 3.2.1, 3.2.2 and 3.3 for certification and documentation requirements as applicable.

3.13.7 If measurement process is complete, secure all equipment.

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3.14 TIs smaller than 12 X 12 inches are not considered Surface Plates because there is no Grade specification.
These TIs will be calibrated by measuring the Flatness of the plane using a Surface Plate, Leveling Plate and
Electronic Height Gage (para 4.3). Record measured TIR Flatness on the Certification Label and/or Certificate of
Calibration.

4 CALIBRATION PROCESS:

NOTE

Unless otherwise specified, verify the results of each test and take corrective
action whenever the test requirement is not met, before proceeding.

4.1 FLATNESS CALIBRATION:

4.1.1 Select the Level icon from the Electronic Leveling System computer desktop.

4.1.2 The Electronic Leveling System computer will display the Start screen. Select Start.

NOTE

Values automatically generated in the Electronic Leveling System computer will

be no longer used.

4.1.3 The Electronic Leveling System computer will display the Moody Analysis: AF Rules screen. Enter all
necessary information in the appropriate fields. Fields can be selected with cursor or through use of the tab key.
The TI Width and Length must be entered in inches. Refer to Table B-1, Appendix B and manually enter the TI
Width and Length values as well as the number of points. The foot size will display 2.0 for Width and Length lines
and approximately 2 for Diagonal line. The Scale selection will be 200 and the Plot units selection will be Inch.
After all applicable entries are complete, ensure Line 4 is the proper length (see Figure 3). If not, reverse the Length
and Width values. Select Next to continue.
Certification Label (North)

8 TI
5 1
TI 2

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ELECTRONIC LEVELING SYSTEM
CALIBRATION HEAD
3

6 STRAIGHT EDGE
(Clamps not shown
for clarity)
ELECTRONIC LEVELING SYSTEM
REFERENCE HEAD

Figure 3.

4.1.4 On the Electronic Leveling System calibration head, install a 2 inch Electronic Leveling System base or use
the adjustable base and set for 2 inch foot spacing.

NOTE

Using adjustable base may cause unrepeatable results; if so use fixed 2 inch
base.

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4.1.5 The Electronic Leveling System computer will display a measurement screen showing the Reading (for
example, 1 of 24), the base size and the line to be calibrated.

NOTE

Ensure the Electronic Leveling System head A and head B cables do not cross or
overlap each other. Crossed or overlapping cables may cause erroneous
indications.

4.1.6 Refer to Figure 3. Set up Electronic Leveling System calibration head at the beginning of the line to be
calibrated and ensure the two foot pads are in contact with the left side of the Straight Edge.

NOTE

The back foot of the Electronic Leveling System calibration head will be on the
first point of the line and the front foot will be on the second point of the line.
This is the first measurement position.

4.1.7 Refer to Figure 3. Set up Electronic Leveling System reference head on the left of the Electronic Leveling
System calibration head pointing in the same direction as the calibration head.

4.1.8 Press the Electronic Leveling System amplifier Head Select button to select head A on the Liquid Crystal
Display (LCD).

4.1.9 Press the Electronic Leveling System amplifier Range button to select 1000 range on the Text Readout
Panel. Adjust head A leveling screw for an indication of -200 to 200 sec.

4.1.10 Press the Electronic Leveling System amplifier Range button to select the 200 range.

4.1.11 Press the Electronic Leveling System amplifier Zero button once. The Text Readout displays:

Mode=TSP…Zero
1 =Yes 2=No

4.1.12 Adjust head A leveling screw for an indication of -10 to 10 sec.

NOTE

Due to the design of the Electronic Leveling System amplifier, not getting an
indication between 10 sec will give an over range indication on the Text
Readout Panel.

4.1.13 Once an indication of 10 sec has been achieved press Electronic Leveling System amplifier button 1
(Mode), the Text Readout Display shows 1=Automatic and 2=Manual. Press 1, this electronically zeros head A.

4.1.14 Press the Electronic Leveling System amplifier Head Select button to select head B on the LCD.

4.1.15 Press the Electronic Leveling System amplifier Range button to select 1000 range on the Text Readout
Panel. Adjust head B leveling screw for an indication -200 to 200 sec.

4.1.16 Press the Electronic Leveling System amplifier Range button to select the 200 range.

4.1.17 Press the Electronic Leveling System amplifier Zero button once. The Text Readout displays:

Mode=TSP…Zero
1 =Yes 2=No

4.1.18 Adjust head B leveling screw for an indication of -10 to 10 sec.

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4.1.19 Once an indication of 10 sec has been achieved, press Electronic Leveling System amplifier button 1
(Mode), the Text Readout Display shows 1=Automatic and 2=Manual. Press 1, this electronically zeros head B.

4.1.20 Press the Electronic Leveling System amplifier Head Select Button to select the appropriate head being used
for calibration.

4.1.21 Lift the leading edge of the Electronic Leveling System calibration head back on trailing end. The amplifier
indication must move in a positive direction. If not, press the NORM/REV button.

4.1.22 Set the Electronic Leveling System amplifier NORM/REV button for the reference head to the opposite of
the calibration head.

4.1.23 Press the Electronic Leveling System amplifier Head Select button to select both A and B heads.

4.1.24 Press the Electronic Leveling System amplifier Zero button to enter the zero mode, select yes by pressing 1,
then select Automatic by selecting 1. Note the indication.

4.1.25 Use the Electronic Leveling System remote control switch or press Enter on the keyboard to enter the
measurement.

4.1.26 Move the Electronic Leveling System calibration head to the next measurement position and allow the
display to stabilize.

NOTE

The center of the foot pads may not line up with the increment marks on the
straight edge; all that is necessary is that part of the foot pad line up with the
increment marks. The front foot of the Electronic Leveling System calibration
head will be on the last point of the line for the last measurement position.

4.1.27 Repeat steps 4.1.25 and 4.1.26 until the line is complete.

4.1.28 Move the Electronic Leveling System calibration head back to the first measurement point. The display
indication must agree with the initial value noted in step 4.1.24 within 0.5 sec. If not, the line must be
re-accomplished.

4.1.29 The Electronic Leveling System computer will display the Next Path or Redo Current Path dialogue box. If
Redo Current Path is selected, repeat steps 4.1.6 through 4.1.28. Select Next Path to continue.

4.1.30 Repeat steps 3.8 and 4.1.5 through 4.1.29 for each remaining line. When line 8 has been completed, the
Electronic Leveling System computer will display the Complete Analysis or Redo Current Path dialogue box. If
Redo Current Path is selected, repeat steps 4.1.6 through 4.1.29. Select Complete Analysis to continue.

4.1.31 The Electronic Leveling System computer will display the Moody Measurement screen with the TI Moody
Plot. The plot will include the Max (maximum) Elevation for Lines 7 and 8. The Max Elevation (same as Flatness)
must be within the values listed in the applicable Accuracy column of Table A-1 or Table A-2, Appendix A. If not,
select Re-do path to re-accomplish suspect lines or OK to return to the Start screen to re-accomplish the entire
calibration.

4.1.32 Refer to step 3.9. Select Print from the Electronic Leveling System computer to print the Moody Plot.
When the print is complete, select Numeric Page tab to display the numeric plot. Select Print to print the numeric
plot.

4.1.33 Select OK from the Electronic Leveling System computer.

4.1.34 The Electronic Leveling System computer will display File not saved. Do you want to save it now? Select
Yes.

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4.1.35 The Electronic Leveling System computer will display Save Moody File As. Enter the appropriate
information and select Save.

4.1.36 The Electronic Leveling System computer will return to the Start screen. From the Measurement menu,
select Exit.

4.1.37 Calibration complete. Set all POWER switches to OFF, disconnect and secure all equipment.

4.1.38 Refer to steps 3.2, 3.2.1, 3.2.2 and 3.3 for certification and documentation requirements as applicable.

4.2 FLATNESS CALIBRATION: (For TIs 12 X 12, 12 X 18 and 18 X 18 Inches)

4.2.1 Refer to Figure 2 and construct a graph depicting Lines 1 through 8 for the TI being calibrated. The perimeter
lines will be 0.5 inches from the edge of the TI. The lines represent the approximate position where measurements
will be accomplished. The location of the Certification Label will be referred to as the North Reference so the TI
and graph can be oriented to each other. Record on the graph, the TI P/N, TI ID Number, Date and Technicians
name.

4.2.2 Using the Surface Plate calibration numeric plot, locate an area of the Surface Plate where the Flatness does
not exceed 60 in TIR. Using the Repeat Reading Gage, verify that the uniformity of the selected area on the
Surface Plate does not exceed 60 μin TIR.

4.2.3 Place the Leveling Plate on the Surface Plate. It is not necessary for Leveling Plate to be placed on the
preselected area of the Surface Plate. Place the TI on the top of the Leveling Plate. Place the Electronic Height
Gage on the Surface Plate. The Electronic Height Gage stand must remain in the selected area on the Surface Plate
when making measurements.

4.2.4 Using the Electronic Height Gage, gage on the four corners and adjust the Leveling Plate until the TI
parallelism to Surface Plate does not exceed 30 µin TIR.

4.2.5 Gage on the center of the TI and zero (0) the Electronic Height Gage. Once zeroed, do not change.

4.2.6 Using the Electronic Height Gage, record the following measurements for each line. When graph is complete
it should have 7 recorded measurements for each line counting intersections and corner measurements.

4.2.6.1 For Lines 1 and 2: Record a total of 7 measurements for each line. Record a measurement at the center zero
position and a measurement at each corner. Record two additional measurements between each corner and the
center zero position.

4.2.6.2 For Lines 3 and 5: Record a total of 5 measurements for each line. Record two measurements between each
corner and the intersection of Line 7. Record one measurement at the intersection of Lines 3 and 7 and one
measurement at the intersection of Lines 5 and 7.

4.2.6.3 For Lines 4 and 6: Record a total of 4 measurements for each line. Record two measurements between each
corner and the intersection of Line 8. Record one measurement at the intersection of Lines 4 and 8 and one
measurement at the intersection of Lines 6 and 8.

4.2.6.4 For Line 7: Record a total of 4 measurements. Record two measurements between the center zero position
and the intersection of Lines 3 and 7 and two measurements between the center zero position and the intersection of
Lines 5 and 7.

4.2.6.5 For Line 8: Record a total of 4 measurements. Record two measurements between the center zero position
and the intersection of Lines 4 and 8 and two measurements between the center zero position and the intersection of
Lines 6 and 8.

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4.2.7 Determine the TI Flatness and Grade as follows:

4.2.7.1 Refer to the graph depicting all recorded measurements and Appendix A. If Surface Plate Calibration
Software Package is used, enter all recorded measurement data into the software. Record the TIR (smallest to
largest reading) as TI Flatness and record the Grade (based on TI size) on the graph. The Flatness must be within
the values listed in the applicable Accuracy column of Table A-1 or Table A-2, Appendix A for the TI being
calibrated.

4.2.8 Calibration complete. Set all POWER switches to OFF, disconnect and secure all equipment.

4.2.9 Refer to steps 3.2, 3.2.1, 3.2.2 and 3.3 for certification and documentation requirements as applicable.

4.3 FLATNESS CALIBRATION: (For TIs Smaller Than 12 X 12 Inches)

4.3.1 Using the Surface Plate Calibration Numerical plot, locate an area of the Surface Plate where the Flatness
does not exceed 60 µin TIR. Using the Repeat Reading Gage, verify that the uniformity of the selected area on the
Surface Plate does not exceed 60 µin TIR.

4.3.2 Place the Leveling Plate on the Surface Plate. It is not necessary for the Leveling Plate to be placed on the
preselected area of the Surface Plate. Place the TI on the top of the Leveling Plate. Place the Electronic Height
Gage on the Surface Plate. The Electronic Height Gage stand must remain in the preselected area on the Surface
Plate when making measurements.

4.3.3 Using the Electronic Height Gage, level TI by adjusting the Leveling Plate until the TI is parallel to the
Surface Plate within 50 µin when measured at four corners.

4.3.4 Using the Electronic Height Gage, scan the TI surface excluding the 0.5 inch perimeter. Record the TIR from
the Electronic Height Gage as TI Flatness.

4.3.5 Record the TI Flatness on the Certification Label and/or Certificate of Calibration. Refer to step 3.14.

4.3.6 Calibration complete. Set all POWER switches to OFF, disconnect and secure all equipment.

4.3.7 Refer to steps 3.2, 3.2.1, 3.2.2 and 3.3 for additional certification and documentation requirements as
applicable.

CALIBRATION PERFORMANCE TABLE

Not Required

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APPENDIX A

Table A-1.

Grade Accuracies for Common Size TIs

Grade AA Grade A Grade B Grade C

Width Length Flatness Flatness Flatness Flatness
(in) (in) Accuracy (in) * Accuracy (in) * Accuracy (in) * Accuracy (in) *

12 12 0.000050 0.000100 0.000200 0.000400

12 18 0.000050 0.000100 0.000200 0.000400

18 18 0.000050 0.000100 0.000200 0.000400

18 24 0.000075 0.000150 0.000300 0.000600

20 30 0.000100 0.000200 0.000400 0.000800

24 24 0.000075 0.000150 0.000300 0.000600

24 36 0.000100 0.000200 0.000400 0.000800

24 48 0.000150 0.000300 0.000600 0.001200

24 60 0.000200 0.000400 0.000800 0.001600

30 30 0.000100 0.000200 0.000400 0.000800

30 36 0.000125 0.000250 0.000500 0.001000

30 48 0.000175 0.000350 0.000700 0.001400

30 60 0.000225 0.000450 0.000900 0.001800

36 36 0.000150 0.000300 0.000600 0.001200

36 48 0.000200 0.000400 0.000800 0.001600

36 60 0.000250 0.000500 0.001000 0.002000

36 72 0.000300 0.000600 0.001200 0.002400

48 48 0.000200 0.000400 0.000800 0.001600

48 60 0.000300 0.000600 0.001200 0.002400

48 72 0.000350 0.000700 0.001400 0.002800

48 84 0.000425 0.000850 0.001700 0.003400

48 96 0.000500 0.001000 0.002000 0.004000

48 108 0.000600 0.001200 0.002400 0.004800

See footnote at end of Table.

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APPENDIX A (Cont.)

Table A-1. (Cont.)

Grade Accuracies for Common Size TIs

Grade AA Grade A Grade B Grade C

Width Length Flatness Flatness Flatness Flatness
(in) (in) Accuracy (in) * Accuracy (in) * Accuracy (in) * Accuracy (in) *

48 120 0.000700 0.001400 0.002800 0.005600

48 144 0.000950 0.001900 0.003800 0.007600

60 60 0.000325 0.000650 0.001300 0.002600

60 72 0.000400 0.000800 0.001600 0.003200

60 84 0.000475 0.000950 0.001900 0.003800

60 96 0.000550 0.001100 0.002200 0.004400

60 108 0.000650 0.001300 0.002600 0.005200

60 120 0.000750 0.001500 0.003000 0.006000

60 144 0.001025 0.002050 0.004100 0.008200

72 72 0.000450 0.000900 0.001800 0.003600

72 96 0.000600 0.001200 0.002400 0.004800

72 120 0.000825 0.001650 0.003300 0.006600

72 144 0.001100 0.002200 0.004400 0.008800

* If the Flatness Accuracy for the TI being calibrated is not listed, determine the accuracy using the following
formula. The calculated accuracy for Grade AA will be rounded to the nearest 25 in, Grade A is 2 times the
Grade AA accuracy, Grade B is 4 times the Grade AA accuracy, and Grade C is 8 times the Grade AA
accuracy.
D2
Overall Flatness Accuracy (in) = 40 
25
Where: D = diagonal or diameter of TI in inches

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Table A-2.

Grade Accuracies for Cast Iron TIs

Flatness
Grade Accuracy (in)

A 0.000150

B 0.000225

C 0.000450

E 0.000150

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APPENDIX B

Table B-1.

TI TI Measured Width Measured Length Diagonal Diagonal/Side

Width Length TI Number TI Number Number Increments
(in) (in) Width (in) * of Points * Length (in) * of Points * of Points * (in) *

18 24 12 7 20 11 13 1.94, 2.00

20 30 16 9 24 13 15 2.06, 2.00

24 24 20 11 20 11 15 2.02, 2.00

24 36 20 11 32 17 19 2.09, 2.00

24 48 20 11 44 23 25 2.01, 2.00

24 60 20 11 56 29 31 1.98, 2.00

30 30 24 13 24 13 17 2.12, 2.00

30 36 24 13 32 17 21 2.00, 2.00

30 48 24 13 44 23 27 1.93, 2.00

30 60 24 13 56 29 31 2.03, 2.00

36 36 32 17 32 17 23 2.06, 2.00

36 48 32 17 44 23 29 1.94, 2.00

36 60 32 17 56 29 33 2.02, 2.00

36 72 32 17 68 35 39 1.98, 2.00

48 48 44 23 44 23 33 1.94, 2.00

48 60 44 23 56 29 37 1.98, 2.00

48 72 44 23 68 35 41 2.02, 2.00

48 84 44 23 80 41 47 1.98, 2.00

48 96 44 23 92 47 53 1.96, 2.00

48 108 44 23 104 53 57 2.02, 2.00

48 120 44 23 116 59 63 2.00, 2.00

48 144 44 23 140 71 75 1.98, 2.00

See footnote at end of Table.

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APPENDIX B (Cont.)

Table B-1. (Cont.)

TI TI Measured Width Measured Length Diagonal Diagonal/Side

Width Length TI Number TI Number Number Increments
(in) (in) Width (in) * of Points * Length (in) * of Points * of Points * (in) *

60 60 56 29 56 29 41 1.98/2.00

60 72 56 29 68 35 45 2.00/2.00

60 84 56 29 80 41 49 2.03/2.00

60 96 56 29 92 47 55 1.99/2.00

60 108 56 29 104 53 61 1.97/2.00

60 120 56 29 116 59 65 2.01/2.00

60 144 56 29 140 71 77 1.98/2.00

72 72 68 35 68 35 49 2.00/2.00

72 96 68 35 92 47 59 1.97/2.00

72 120 68 35 116 59 69 1.98/2.00

72 144 68 35 140 71 79 2.00/2.00

* Values were obtained by using the following information: Electronic Leveling System will use 2 inch foot
size for all measurements. Perimeter lines will be 4 or 6 inches shorter than TI sizes; use the correct number to
obtain 2 inch increments with an even amount of stations. The diagonals will require about 2 inch increments
and need to have an even amount of stations to ensure the Electronic Level contacts the intersecting points at
the center and end of each line. The Number of Points to be inputted in the software is equal to the number of
calculated stations plus 1. If necessary, contact AFMETCAL for further information regarding foot spacing of
a particular size TI.

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