What is PD 6490 - Additional symbols for machine tools about?
PD 6490 is an extension to the range of symbols in BS 3641-1 and BS 3641-3, which deal with general mechanical symbols. Symbols associated with numerically controlled machine tools are given in BS 3641-2.
As PD 6490 simply provides an addition to the list of symbols in BS 3641-1, BS 3641-2 and BS 3641-3, it cannot be used effectively in isolation, but only in conjunction with symbols given in BS 3641.
Who is PD 6490 - Additional symbols for machine tools for?
PD 6490 on guidance for the application of additional symbols for machine tools is useful for:
- Manufacturers of machine tools
- Designers of machine tools
- Engineers
- Testing and inspection personnel
Why should you use PD 6490 - Additional symbols for machine tools?
PD 6490 contains additions to the range of symbols given in BS 3641-1, BS 3641-2 and BS 3641-3, which are intended for use on an interim basis until the complete revision of BS 3641 can be carried out. PD 6490 also contains an index that relates to BS 3641-1, BS 3641-2 and BS 3641-3.
Overall, the guidance of PD 6490 helps you to reduce complications in communications in the production phase of machine tools by utilizing these additional symbols that supplement the symbols of BS 3641.
