What is ISO 16063?

ISO 16063 is a multi-part standard titled:

“Methods for the calibration of vibration and shock transducers”

The ISO 16063 series includes over 20 parts, each covering specific calibration methods for:

  1. Vibration transducers (accelerometers, velocity sensors)
  2. Shock sensors and devices
  3. Laser vibrometers and optical systems
  4. Primary and secondary calibration techniques

Examples include:

  1. ISO 16063-11: Primary vibration calibration by laser interferometry
  2. ISO 16063-21: Secondary vibration calibration by comparison
  3. ISO 16063-22: Shock calibration by comparison
  4. ISO 16063-31: Testing of transverse vibration sensitivity
  5. ISO 16063-41: Calibration using laser vibrometers

Each part details instrumentation setup, test procedures, uncertainty evaluation, and environmental conditions, ensuring highly reproducible and traceable calibration results.

Why is ISO 16063 important?

Accurate measurement of vibration and shock is vital to product development, safety testing, and structural integrity analysis. Faulty or miscalibrated sensors can lead to:

  1. Erroneous data
  2. Product failures
  3. Safety hazards
  4. Regulatory non-compliance

ISO 16063 ensures that transducers deliver reliable, traceable, and internationally recognized measurements—a requirement for test laboratories, equipment manufacturers, and calibration service providers.

It is also aligned with the principles of the International System of Units (SI), supporting metrological traceability.

What are the benefits of ISO 16063?

Implementing ISO 16063 offers organizations the ability to:

  1. Achieve Accurate and Traceable Calibration: Meet international standards for vibration and shock measurement.
  2. Reduce Measurement Uncertainty: Standardize calibration to minimize deviation and errors.
  3. Improve Test and Product Reliability: Support high-precision engineering and quality assurance.
  4. Enable Global Compliance: Meet the requirements of industry regulators and customers worldwide.
  5. Support ISO/IEC 17025 Calibration Lab Accreditation: Provides the foundation for accreditation audits and proficiency testing.


What kind of businesses can benefit from ISO 16063?

Here’s how ISO 16063 benefits your business:

  1. Ensure Product Safety and Performance

          Accurate transducer calibration guarantees precise measurements used in structural health, crash testing, and component stress analysis.

  1. Facilitate Global Market Access

         Conformance to ISO 16063 makes your products and services accepted by international OEMs and testing bodies.

  1. Support Certification and Lab Accreditation

          Essential for labs aiming for ISO/IEC 17025 compliance and accreditation.

  1. Minimize Costly Errors and Recalls

          Prevent engineering failures and liability by using traceably calibrated sensors.

  1. Enhance Technical Credibility

           Build trust with clients, regulatory bodies, and auditors by demonstrating commitment to measurement excellence.

  1. Optimize Maintenance and Equipment Life

          Use accurate vibration/shock data to prevent premature wear, reduce downtime, and optimize maintenance planning.


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