BS 2559:1994
Current
The latest, up-to-date edition.
Specification for screwdrivers and screwdriver accessories
Hardcopy , PDF
English
15-01-1994
Committees responsible
Foreword
1 Scope
2 References
3 Nomenclature
4 Materials
5 Heat treatment and hardness
6 Assembly
7 Finish
8 Design and dimensions
9 Marking
Annex A (informative) - Cabinet screwdrivers
Annex B (informative) - London pattern
screwdrivers
Annex C (normative) - Torque test
Annex D (informative) - Safe usage
List of references
Requirements for dimensions and testing.
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MTE/15
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| DevelopmentNote |
Supersedes BS 2559-1(1971), BS 2559-2(1973), BS 2559-4(1973), BS 2559-5(1974) & 89/74346 DC Reviewed and confirmed by BSI, January 2011. (12/2010)
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Standard
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| Pages |
38
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British Standards Institution
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Current
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This British Standard specifies requirements for the manufacture, testing and prime dimensions relating to screwdrivers of the following types.
- Screwdrivers and screwdriver blades and bits for use with slotted head screws.
- Screwdrivers and screwdriver blades and bits for use with cross-recessed head screws.
NOTE 1 PZ Screwdrivers are suitable for driving Pozidriv (R) and Supadrive (R) cross-recessed head screws. PH screwdrivers are suitable for driving Phillips (R) cross-recessed head screws only.1)
- Screwdrivers with sleeved blades for use on low d.c. voltage apparatus up to and including 24 V d.c.
- Screwdrivers that incorporate a ratchet mechanism capable of reverse drive.
- Screwdrivers worked by a ratchet mechanism and a spindle having a double spiral track, the tool being operated by a reciprocating motion of the handle.
- Jeweller’s screwdrivers comprising a pencil-shaped body and rotating head, with either fixed or replaceable blades, for use on miniature screws.
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