manufacturing tolerance

[/ˌmænjufækˈtʃərɪŋ ˈtɒlərəns/]
nounpl: manufacturing tolerances
tolerância de fabricação
1. The permissible deviation or acceptable variation in dimensions, specifications, or quality of a manufactured product from its intended design or standard
The manufacturing tolerance for this component is ±0.05 millimeters, meaning it can be slightly larger or smaller than the design specification.
A tolerância de fabricação para este componente é ±0,05 milímetros, significando que pode ser ligeiramente maior ou menor que a especificação de projeto.
2. The range of acceptable variation allowed in production processes to ensure functionality and interchangeability of parts
Engineers must specify appropriate manufacturing tolerances to balance cost-effectiveness with product quality.
Os engenheiros devem especificar tolerâncias de fabricação apropriadas para equilibrar a relação custo-benefício com a qualidade do produto.
This is a technical term widely used in engineering, manufacturing, and quality assurance sectors in both Brazil and the United States. In Brazilian industrial contexts, it is essential terminology for precision manufacturing and automotive industries. The concept is crucial for cost management and product reliability across both cultures.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
production tolerancedimensional toleranceacceptable toleranceprocess tolerancespecification tolerance
Antonyms / Antônimos
zero tolerancestrict specification

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
tolerância de fabricação
Most common usage in Brazilian Portuguese technical documentation
São Paulo
tolerância de manufatura
Alternative used in industrial engineering contexts
Portugal
tolerância de fabrico
Uses 'fabrico' instead of 'fabricação'; European Portuguese variant
General English
manufacturing tolerance
Standard term in engineering and quality assurance

Related Words

tolerance stack-upgeometric tolerancestatistical tolerancebilateral toleranceunilateral tolerancequality controlspecification limit

Related Idioms & Phrases

within tolerance
tight tolerance
loose tolerance
tolerance stack-up
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