What is ISO 14135‑1 about?
ISO 14135 is an International Standard on optics and photonics.
ISO 14135‑1 is the first part of the multi-series of documents which specifies classification, interfaces to the usage of telescopic sights along with tolerances to their performances.
ISO 14135‑1 specifies minimum requirements to general-purpose telescopic sights used on hand-held firearms and air guns and recommends dimensions of its interface.
Who is ISO 14135‑1 for?
ISO 141323 on terms for telescopic sights applies on:
- Manufacturers of telescopic sights
- Manufacturers of arms and weaponry
- Manufacturers of airguns and hand-held firearms
Why should you use ISO 14135‑1 ?
Use of telescopic sights on hand-held firearms and air guns requires specific dimensions for its interface along with minimum requirements for its optimal performance.
Different classifications mentioned in ISO 141351 helps you assess whether telescopic sights can be used in your arms product and helps you enhance arms products functionality and operational efficiency.
Various interfaces mentioned in ISO 141351 help you in choosing right dimensions for your interface preventing any wastage due to wrong dimensions of your telescopic system.
Overall, ISO 141351 help the user in building a high-quality products that offer precision, accuracy for optimal performance and avoid product failure and damages.
What’s changed since the last update?
BS ISO 14135‑1:2021 supersedes BS ISO 14135‑1:2017 which is withdrawn. The main change is:
- Addition of critical eye relief to product information