QM Bench

Linearity

change of bias over the measuring range

Describes whether the bias of a gauge is the same at all sizes. It is found by measuring several reference parts across the range and regressing the bias on the reference value; a significant slope means poor linearity.

Calculate it

Gauge Linearity and Bias: Regression of bias over the range with confidence band and t-tests.

Related terms

  • Bias: systematic measurement error
  • MSA: measurement system analysis