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Description / Abstract:
This Standard provides performance and safety requirements for
manually operated torque instruments, commonly used for mechanical
measurement of torque for control of the tightness of threaded
fasteners. It is not intended to describe products infrequently
utilized or those designed for special purposes.
This Standardmay be used as a guide by state authorities or
other regulatory bodies in the formulation of laws or regulations.
It is also intended for voluntary use by establishments that use or
manufacture the instruments covered.