ISO 10360-5-2020 PDF

Full title and description

Geometrical product specifications (GPS) — Acceptance and reverification tests for coordinate measuring systems (CMS) — Part 5: Coordinate measuring machines (CMMs) using single and multiple stylus contacting probing systems using discrete point and/or scanning measuring mode. This international standard specifies the acceptance and periodic reverification tests and the maximum permissible errors (MPEs) used to assess contacting probing performance on CMMs.

Abstract

ISO 10360-5:2020 defines standardized procedures and performance tests for CMMs fitted with contacting probing systems (single- and multi‑stylus), including tests applicable when discrete-point probing and when scanning probing modes are provided. The standard specifies artefacts, measurement procedures, and maximum permissible errors (MPEs) for evaluating probing and size errors and clarifies that probing performance is reported as combined CMM-plus-probe MPEs because the probing system cannot be fully isolated from the machine.

General information

• Status: Published (current edition).
• Publication date: March 2020 (Edition 3, 2020-03).
• Publisher: International Organization for Standardization (ISO).
• ICS / categories: 17.040.30 (Measuring instruments / Coordinate measuring machines).
• Edition / version: Edition 3 (2020).
• Number of pages: 42 pages (ISO published document).

Scope

Applies to acceptance and periodic reverification tests of CMM performance when using contacting probing systems with spherical or hemispherical stylus tips. It covers single-stylus and multi-stylus (fixed or multi-probe) arrangements, articulating probes, stylus/probe changing systems, manual and automated CMMs, and installations that include scanning probes (scanning mode). It is not applicable to non-contacting probing systems (those are covered by other parts). The standard emphasizes reporting performance as MPEs because probe and CMM contributions cannot be fully separated.

Key topics and requirements

• Definition of performance parameters and Maximum Permissible Errors (MPEs) for probing and size measurements (provision for fixed multi‑stylus and multi‑probe arrangements).
• Acceptance and periodic reverification test procedures for discrete-point probing and for scanning-capable probing systems (artefacts, alignment, measurement sequences, environmental conditions).
• Requirements for test artefacts (e.g., calibrated test spheres and test lengths), recommended form error limits for reference spheres, and stylus length/offset series to be tested.
• Procedures and reporting rules for multi‑stylus size error and combined CMM-plus-probe errors (nomenclature and convenience abbreviations are defined).
• Guidance (annexes) on minimizing but not eliminating CMM influence when isolating probe performance, and on test uncertainty considerations.

Typical use and users

Used by CMM manufacturers, metrology laboratories, quality and inspection departments in manufacturing (automotive, aerospace, precision engineering), and third‑party calibration/verification service providers to perform acceptance tests at installation and periodic reverification. It is also referenced by procurement teams specifying CMM performance and by accreditation bodies assessing measurement capability.

Related standards

ISO 10360 is a multi‑part series. Closely related parts include ISO 10360-2 (tests for CMMs used for linear/size measurements and general contact-probe tests) and ISO 10360-7 (tests for CMMs equipped with imaging/video probing systems); other parts of the series address additional probe types and performance parameters. Users typically apply the appropriate part(s) depending on probe technology and measurement mode.

Keywords

CMM, coordinate measuring machine, contacting probe, stylus, multi‑stylus, scanning probe, discrete-point probing, acceptance test, reverification, maximum permissible error (MPE), test sphere, size error, metrology, ISO 10360.

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: ISO 10360-5:2020 is an international standard that specifies acceptance and periodic reverification tests and performance limits (MPEs) for coordinate measuring machines (CMMs) using contacting probing systems (single and multiple stylus; discrete and scanning modes).

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers test procedures, required artefacts (e.g. calibrated spheres and test lengths), measurement sequences, reporting rules, and maximum permissible errors for probing and size measurements on CMMs with contacting probes. It explicitly excludes non‑contact probing systems.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: CMM manufacturers, calibration and metrology laboratories, factory inspection and quality teams, procurement/specification engineers, and accreditation bodies use the standard for acceptance, verification, and specifying CMM performance.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: ISO 10360-5:2020 is the current (third) edition, published March 2020. It replaces the withdrawn ISO 10360-5:2010 edition. Users should consult the 2020 edition for up-to-date test procedures and MPE definitions.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: Yes — ISO 10360 is a multipart series addressing acceptance and reverification tests for CMMs and related measuring systems. Relevant companion parts include ISO 10360-2 (contact probing/linear size tests) and ISO 10360-7 (imaging/video probing systems). Select the part(s) appropriate to the probe technology and measurement mode in use.

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: Key terms are CMM, contacting probing system, stylus, probing error, size error, MPE (maximum permissible error), acceptance test, reverification test, discrete-point probing, scanning probing mode.