tolerable deviation

[/ˈtɒlərəbəl ˌdiːviˈeɪʃən/]
nounpl: tolerable deviations
desvio tolerável
1. An acceptable or permissible amount of variation from a specified standard, norm, or expected value in manufacturing, engineering, or quality control
The tolerable deviation for this component is plus or minus 0.5 millimeters.
O desvio tolerável para este componente é de mais ou menos 0,5 milímetros.
2. A measurable difference from an established benchmark that does not compromise functionality, safety, or quality standards
Quality inspectors must verify that all products fall within the tolerable deviation limits.
Os inspetores de qualidade devem verificar se todos os produtos estão dentro dos limites de desvio tolerável.
3. In statistics and data analysis, an acceptable margin of error or variation in results
The study allows for a tolerable deviation of 5% in the measurements.
O estudo permite um desvio tolerável de 5% nas medições.
This term is primarily used in technical, manufacturing, and quality control contexts in both Brazil and the United States. In Brazilian industries, 'desvio tolerável' is standard terminology in ISO certification processes and quality management systems. It reflects the importance of precision engineering in automotive, pharmaceutical, and electronics manufacturing sectors across both countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
acceptable deviationpermissible variationallowable toleranceacceptable margintolerance limit
Antonyms / Antônimos
unacceptable deviationintolerable variationexcessive deviationcritical error

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
desvio tolerável
Standard term used in technical and industrial contexts
São Paulo
desvio aceitável
Alternative commonly used in São Paulo's industrial sector
Portugal
desvio admissível
Preferred term in Portuguese engineering and quality standards
Technical/International
tolerância permitida
Used in technical documentation and ISO standards

Related Words

tolerancespecificationquality controlstandard deviationvariancemargin of errormanufacturing tolerance

Related Idioms & Phrases

within acceptable limits
within specification
fall within tolerance
meet the standard
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