QX Matrix or Quality X Matrix a tool which focuses on the machine, process parameters and settings against defects under TPM (Total Productive Maintenance)
QX Matrix takes inputs from QA matrix works as a input for QM Matrix. A connecting bridge between QA and QM Matrix.
There Are four Key Components of QX matrix divided in Four quadrants Making X in middle so called QX Matrix or Quality X Matrix. After QA Matrix machine will be further elaborated in the QX matrix which contains points with details on the Machine Components, Machine Parameters/Settings, Process Parameters and Defects Modes of the process and machine operation. The Four Key factors details are as follows
- Machine Parameters/Settings: Parameters of machines to get the toughness and reliability of the machine.
- Machine Components: Describe the machine components in details physical spare-parts, sub-assemblies, shafts, drivers, motors, etc.
- Process Characteristics: Details of Process parameters required to perform operations. Process parameters can be found specified, in a work/ setting instruction.
- Defect Modes: Specify the defect can be generated in relation with machine and process parameters and settings.
QX Matrix Method:
- Cross functional team: Team will be same as created in QA Matrix
- Prepare QA Matrix
- Use the details of QA matrix to distribute it in QX Matrix format into Four Key Points of QX Matrix. The matrix begins by starting with the defect mode from the QA matrix
- Review Machine Defects influenced by Machine Parameters/Settings.
- Review Machine Parameters/Settings influenced by its components.
- Team can review the machine and its components directly influencing process characteristic.
- Review Machine Defects influenced by Process Characteristics.
- More than one Characteristics can that affects the each other’s.
The measurement system is based on the process properties and outputs that are expected to be produced as per customer specifications. This will ensure and can be a guarantee of good product quality.
QX Matrix Advantages:
- It clearly shows the relations between output quality with inputs provided from machine during operation.
- Easy to identify most influenced characteristic to take as priorities.
- Increase knowledge of team about process controls.
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TLDR
- QX Matrix is a tool used in TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) to analyze machine, process parameters, and settings against defects.
- It connects QA and QM Matrix, providing a detailed analysis of machine components, parameters/settings, process parameters, and defects.
- The QX Matrix has four key components: Machine Parameters/Settings, Machine Components, Process Characteristics, and Defect Modes.
- A cross-functional team reviews the matrix to identify relationships between output quality and input parameters.
- The QX Matrix helps to prioritize efforts, increase team knowledge of process controls, and ensure good product quality.
- It is used in conjunction with QA Matrix and is a key component of Total Productive Maintenance.
FAQ
What is QX Matrix?
QX Matrix is a tool used in TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) to analyze machine, process parameters, and settings against defects.
What is the purpose of QX Matrix?
The purpose of QX Matrix is to provide a detailed analysis of machine components, parameters/settings, process parameters, and defects, and to identify relationships between output quality and input parameters.
What are the four key components of QX Matrix?
The four key components of QX Matrix are Machine Parameters/Settings, Machine Components, Process Characteristics, and Defect Modes.
Who is involved in the QX Matrix process?
A cross-functional team is involved in the QX Matrix process, which is the same team created in QA Matrix.
What are the benefits of using QX Matrix?
The benefits of using QX Matrix include clearly showing the relationships between output quality and input parameters, easy identification of most influenced characteristics, increased team knowledge of process controls, and a guarantee of good product quality.
How is QX Matrix used in conjunction with QA Matrix?
QX Matrix is used in conjunction with QA Matrix, with the details of QA matrix being distributed into QX Matrix format into Four Key Points of QX Matrix.
What is the measurement system used in QX Matrix?
The measurement system used in QX Matrix is based on the process properties and outputs that are expected to be produced as per customer specifications.
