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  • BS 4078-2:1989

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    Powder actuated fixing systems Specification for tools

    Available format(s):  Hardcopy, PDF

    Language(s):  English

    Published date:  31-08-1989

    Publisher:  British Standards Institution

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    Committees responsible
    Foreword
    1 Scope
    2 Definitions
    3 Classifications
    4 Ancillary equipment
    5 Design and construction
    6 Marking
    Appendix A - Determination of muzzle velocity and energy
    Appendix B - Free-fall drop test
    Appendix C - Cartridge requirements
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    Design and construction of tools and interim requirements for cartridges.

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    This Part of BS 4078 specifies the design and construction, marking, testing, ancillary equipment and cartridge requirements for powder actuated fixing tools. These tools are used to make fixings into construction materials such as concrete, masonry and steel.

    This Part does not apply to tools designed for attaching objects to soft construction materials such as wood.

    NOTE 1 Humane killers, marking tools and electric cable spiking tools require special consideration and are therefore outside the scope of this standard.

    NOTE 2 The titles of the publications referred to in this standard are listed on the inside back cover.

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    Committee W/-
    Development Note Supersedes 86/74287 DC (07/2005) Together with BS 4078-1(1987) supersedes BS 4078(1966). (08/2008) Reviewed and confirmed by BSI, January 2011. (12/2010)
    Document Type Standard
    Publisher British Standards Institution
    Status Current
    Supersedes

    Standards Referencing This Book - (Show below) - (Hide below)

    BS 4078-1:1987 Powder actuated fixing systems Code of practice for safe use
    BS EN 166:2002 Personal eye protection. Specifications
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