This high precision standard is designed for calibrating image analysis systems and identifying deviations and distortions in optical imaging equipment. The 75 x 25mm slide has a series of grid patterns of known edge length which can be used for precision measurement.
A mono size array of 15µm spots is used to check image distortion. A root-2 progression of spots from 3 to 48µm allows threshold levels and resolution to be checked. Using the log-normal distribution array of 100 spots, the mean and standard deviation of the spot sizes can be determined and compared with the certified values. It is supplied with recommendations for use and an individual NPL certificate of calibration.
There are four test areas (see image):