What is BS 6359 – Microfiche heading coating specifications about?
Microfiche is a card made of transparent film used to store printed information in miniaturized form.
BS 6359 is a British standard that discusses the specification for dimensions and position of microfiche heading coating (colour stripe).
BS 6359 specifies requirements for the nominal width, position and thickness of heading coating for microfiche for general, but not archival, use.
BS 6359 applies to all types of film (diazo, silver and vesicular) used in the production of such microfiche, whether in roll or sheet form.
Who is BS 6359 – Microfiche heading coating specifications for?
BS 6359 on microfiche heading coating specifications is relevant to:
- Microfiche manufacturers
- Design engineers
Why should you use BS 6359 – Microfiche heading coating specifications?
Microfiche is the heading coating that is applied to the non-emulsion (non-sensitized) side of the cut microfiche on the long edge that has the corner cut, not more than 1 mm from the edge. Heading coating is a backing, which may be translucent or opaque, white or coloured, applied to the heading area of unprocessed microfiche to improve legibility and to provide a visual classification of the processed microfiche.
BS 6359 provides you with the specification for microfiche which is used to store printed information in miniaturized form. BS 6359 exemplifies the required dimensions and positions that assist you in achieving precision in terms of product specifications during the manufacturing of microfiche.