What is ISO 5743 - General technical requirements for pliers and nippers about?
ISO 5743 is a standard that covers general technical requirements for pliers and nippers, ensuring stable operability, strength and performance.
ISO 5743 specifies the general technical requirements to be met by pliers and nippers. ISO 5743 is only applicable to pliers for which ISO standards exist.
Note: ISO 5743 does not specify the insulating or antistatic characteristics of handle coatings. Plastic coatings or plastic sleeves are intended for gripping comfort only.
Who is ISO 5743 - General technical requirements for pliers and nippers for?
ISO 5743 on general technical requirements for pliers and nippers applies to:
- Manufacturers of pliers and nippers
- Dealers and importers of pliers and nippers
- Testing houses and labs for pliers and nippers
- Quality assurance services
Why should you use ISO 5743 - General technical requirements for pliers and nippers?
Pliers are hand-operated instruments used to hold and grip small objects, as well as bend and cut wire. A nipper, sometimes known as a tile nipper, is a tool for removing small bits of hard material, such as tile fragments, that must be fitted around an odd or irregular shape.
ISO 5743 provides users guidance on handles, heads, designation and marking, enabling users to standardize the requirements for pliers and nippers.
With obedience and compliance to ISO 5743, users can develop and assess pliers and nippers, enabling effective holding strength and compression.
What’s changed since the last update?
BS ISO 5743:2021 supersedes BS ISO 5743:2004, which is now withdrawn.
Changes in BS ISO 5743:2021 include:
- Requirements against accidental pinching of the hands are more specific