What is BS 7033-1 – Cleaning and polishing cloths about?
BS 7033-1 is an international standard that focuses on cleaning and polishing cloths and specifications for optical transparent plastics panels.
BS 7033-1 specifies requirements for optical polishing cloths, which may also be used as polish application cloths, for use in high-quality optical systems, and for polishing high-quality transparent plastics panels. The cloths are intended for single use only.
Note 1: The polishing cloths specified in BS 7033-1 are not for use on aircraft transparencies.
Note 2: The titles of the publications referred to in BS 7033-1 are listed on the inside back cover.
Who is BS 7033-1 - Cleaning and polishing cloths for?
BS 7033-1 on the cleaning and polishing cloths and specifications for optical transparent plastics panels useful for:
- Textile manufacturer
- Clothing industries
- Textile testing laboratories
- Regulatory authorities
- Quality control personnel
Why should you use BS 7033-1 - Cleaning and polishing cloths?
The quality of the clothing products in the textile industry mainly depends on the quality of the fabrics used for the clothing, may it be apparel, bedding, or any other piece of cloth. Thus, it is essential that fabric undergoes various test methods to prove and improve its reliability, efficiency, and class.
BS 7033-1 specifies optical polishing cloths for high-quality optical systems and use on transparent plastics panels. It covers the basic description of the products and their construction and performance requirements.
BS 7033-1 is intended to be used with polishes also specified for use on transparent panels, mouldings and a prime requirement for the cloth and polish is that their combined use will significantly reduce light scattering due to minor damage to the surface of the transparency.
BS 7033-1 helps public sector purchasing authorities may be able to supply standard patterns which cover these properties and serve to resolve any ambiguities of description.
BS 7033-1 applies to the end products quoted but can also be used to specify the fabrics from which they are manufactured.
