Calculators

PROApp feature

Projectile Quality QBC Calculator

Evaluate projectile samples by weight, diameter, shape, finish, and visual inspection in a guided QBC workflow.

This page explains a feature of the SC Ballistics app for Android and iOS. The calculation runs in the app, not in the browser.

Access in the app: Available to PRO subscribers.

Result in the app

  1. 01Average weight and diameter
  2. 02Standard deviations and shape factor
  3. 03QBC score and sample classification

Overview

What it does

Evaluate projectile samples by weight, diameter, shape, finish, and visual inspection in a guided QBC workflow.

This guide covers the Projectile Quality QBC Calculator workflow in SC Ballistics, including required values, units, results, and the actions available after calculation.

Tool workflow

Inputs and results

What you enter

  • Manufacturer, caliber, shape, and finish
  • Target weight and visual rating
  • Weight and diameter for 3 to 50 samples

What the app returns

  • Average weight and diameter
  • Standard deviations and shape factor
  • QBC score and sample classification

Tutorial in the app

How to use it in SC Ballistics

Example: a lot of Sierra 168 gr boat-tail bullets, .308 caliber, checked with three samples.

  1. 01

    Open the tool

    In the app, open the Projectile Quality Coefficient (PRO). The screen starts empty, ready for your data.

  2. 02

    Bullet data

    Manufacturer, stated weight (168 gr), shape, nominal caliber (the diameter fills in) and finish.

  3. 03

    Visual rating

    Rate the lot’s overall finish from 1 to 5.

  4. 04

    Number of samples

    Pick 3 to 50 samples. Each one asks for weight and diameter.

  5. 05

    Weigh and measure each sample

    Use a scale and a micrometer. Here: 168, 167.9 and 168.3 gr, at 0.308 to 0.3085 in.

  6. 06

    Lot result

    Tap Calculate BQC: averages, deviations, shape factor and the lot rating (Excellent here).

Before you finish

Good practices

  • Check measurement units and source data before calculating.
  • Follow range safety procedures and verify technical data with responsible manufacturers.

SC Ballistics is a support tool. Check all inputs, follow range safety procedures, and validate technical information with responsible sources and manufacturers.

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Use it in the app

Take the tool to the range.

Download SC Ballistics for Android or iOS and follow this tutorial inside the app.