What is BS 1734 - Specification for Micrometer heads about?
BS 1734 is a British Standard that relates to micrometer heads having measuring ranges of:
- 1/2 in.
- 1 in.
- 13 mm.
- 25 mm.
BS 1734 applies to micrometer heads with rotatable spindles and with non-rotatable spindles, classed according to the following ranges of thimble diameter (dia. D, Figure 1):
- Type 1 Below 1 in. thimble diameter
- Type 2 1 in. and below 2 in. thimble diameter
- Type 3 2 in. thimble diameter and over
Who is BS 1734 - Specification for Micrometer heads for?
BS 1734 on the specification for Micrometer heads is useful for:
- Manufacturers of micrometer heads
- Manufacturers and suppliers of length/distances measuring equipment
- Quality testing personnel
- Inspection units
Why should you use BS 1734 - Specification for Micrometer heads?
Micrometer heads are precision gauges mounted to machine tools, fixtures, tables, and other positioning equipment for measuring absolute and relative length or distances. They also measure length and are used for positioning applications.
In this regard, BS 1734 specifies the dimensions for Type 1, 2 and 3 micrometer heads with rotatable spindles and maximum permissible errors for Type 1, 2 and 3 micrometer heads.
BS 1734 gives the details on materials, micrometer screw, spindle, thimble and barrel, graduations, adjustments and measuring face.
BS 1734 sets out the specifications for testing, accuracy, casing, marking and packaging of the micrometer heads that help to manufacture good quality products.
With BS 1734 you can verify the performance of micrometer heads that ensure the reliability of the products and offer an incredible degree of precision for accurate measurement.
