permitted deviation

[pərˈmɪtɪd ˌdiːviˈeɪʃən]
nounpl: permitted deviations
desvio permitido
1. An allowable variation or difference from a specified standard, requirement, or specification, particularly in technical, scientific, or manufacturing contexts
The permitted deviation for this measurement is ±2 millimeters.
O desvio permitido para essa medição é de ±2 milímetros.
2. The maximum tolerance or acceptable range of error established by regulations, standards, or specifications
Quality control ensures that no product exceeds the permitted deviation from the design specifications.
O controle de qualidade garante que nenhum produto ultrapasse o desvio permitido das especificações de projeto.
3. In regulatory contexts, an approved or authorized departure from established norms or requirements
The manufacturer requested a permitted deviation from the standard due to technical constraints.
O fabricante solicitou um desvio permitido da norma devido a restrições técnicas.
This is primarily technical and regulatory terminology used in manufacturing, engineering, and quality assurance industries in both Brazil and the United States. It is essential in ISO standards compliance and appears frequently in technical documentation, product specifications, and quality control procedures. In Brazil, this term is widely used in industrial sectors and is part of standardized quality management vocabulary.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
allowable deviationacceptable deviationtolerancepermissible variationauthorized variance
Antonyms / Antônimos
prohibited deviationnon-complianceunacceptable variance

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
desvio permitido
Most common usage in technical and industrial contexts
São Paulo
desvio permitido / variação permitida
Both terms used interchangeably in industrial and manufacturing sectors
Rio de Janeiro
desvio permitido
Standard technical terminology
Portugal
desvio permitido / tolerância permitida
Both terms are acceptable in European Portuguese technical standards

Related Words

tolerancespecificationquality controlstandard deviationcompliancevariance

Related Idioms & Phrases

within permitted deviation
exceed the permitted deviation
within tolerance
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