What is BS 3641-3 – General symbols for machine tools about?
BS 3641-3 is the third part of the BS 3641 multi-series that discusses the specifications for symbols for machines tools.
BS 3641-3 specifies additions to the range of symbols given in BS 3641-1.
BS 3641-3 specifies basic designs for symbols intended for use on machine tools.
Drawings in BS 3641-3 relate to the form of symbols only and are not absolute dimensional representations.
Note: Drawings in BS 3641-3 relate to the form of symbols only and are not absolute dimensional representations.
Who is BS 3641-3 – General symbols for machine tools for?
BS 3641-3 on the specification for symbols for machine tools is useful for:
- Manufacturers of machine tools
- Designers of machine tools
- Engineers
- Testing and inspection personnel
Why should you use BS 3641-3 – General symbols for machine tools?
BS 3641-3 makes recommendations for proportions to be used in the design of symbols, independent of actual dimensions. BS 3641-3 provides for the grouping together of symbols selected from the same or different sections of the standard according to individual requirements.
Overall, the guidance of BS 3641-3 helps you to reduce complications in communications in the production phase of machine tools by utilizing these additional symbols.