ASME B107.600:2016 pdf download

ASME B107.600:2016 pdf download.Screwdrivers and Screwdriver Bits
1 SCOPE
This Standard provides performance and safety requirements for noninsulated, hand-driven screwdriv- ers and hand-driven, hexagonal shank screwdriver bits intended for manual operation in driving or removing screws. The screwdrivers and bits are of the types nor- mally used by cabinetmakers, carpenters, sheet metal workers, production workers, mechanics, etc. Inclusion of dimensional data in the Standard is not intended to imply that all of the products described herein are stock production sizes. Manufacturers may make sizes other than those listed. Consumers are requested to consultwithmanufacturers concerninglists of stock production sizes.
2 DEFINITIONS
See Fig. 1. assembly: the blade plus the handle. bit: removable driver comprised of a hexagonal shank plus tip. blade: the shank plus the tip. bolster: a change in the geometry of the shank at the junction of the handle. handle: that portion of the screwdriver that is gripped with the hand. shank: the portion of the blade between the tip and the handle. tip: the portionofthe blade thatengages the screw recess.
5 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
The illustrations herein are descriptive, not restrictive, and shall not preclude designs otherwise in accordance with the requirements of this Standard. Conformance to marking and other requirements not determined by test shall be verified by visual examination.Class 1 flat tips are for driving and removing slotted screws and shall conform to the dimensional and per- formance characteristics specified in Table 1 and Fig. 2. Taper at the tip shall be centered within 5 deg of the shank axis. Class 2 (PH) tips are for driving or removing screws with Phillips recesses and shall conform to the dimen- sional and performance characteristics specified in Table 2 and Fig. 3. Tip dimensions shall be gaged in accordance with paras. 6.8 and 6.9. Class 3 (PZ) tips are for driving or removing screws with Pozidriv recesses and shall conform to the dimen- sional and performance characteristics specified in Tables 3 and 4 and Fig. 4. Tip dimensions shall be gaged in accordance with paras. 6.8 and 6.9. 5.2 Materials The materials used inthe manufacture ofscrewdrivers and bits shall be suchas to produce products conforming to the requirements of this Standard. 5.3 Markings Screwdrivers and bits shall be marked in a plain and permanent manner with the manufacturer’s name or with a trademark of such known character that the man- ufacturer shall be readily determined. Marking shall be as permanent as the normal life expectancy ofthe screw- driver to which it is applied (providing the marked surface has not been subjected to a fretting or abrading action) and be capable of withstanding the cleaning pro- cedures normally experienced during its intended use. 5.4 Finish Metallic components of screwdrivers and bits shall be essentially free from scale, seams, laps, cracks, or any condition thatmay adversely affectdurability or service- ability of the tool. Screwdrivers and bits shall be treated in a manner to resist rust or corrosion. There shall be no evidence of peeling or chipping of any coating, where applicable.
6 TESTS
WARNING: Many tests required herein are inherently hazard- ous, and adequate safeguards for personnel and property shall be employed in conducting such tests. These tests are designed to evaluate the tools and materials and do not condone the use of the tools in an environment, or in a manner, inconsistent with safe use of the tools. 6.1 Hardness Test The Rockwell hardness test shall be conducted in accordance with ASTM E18. 6.2 Tip Torsional Test The tip of each sample under test shall be fixtured in a test block of applicable dimensions shown in Table 1 and Fig. 5 (Class 1), Table 2 and Fig. 6 (Class 2), or Table 4 and Fig. 6 (Class 3). The test block shall have a hardness of not less than 60 HRC. When tested to the minimum tip torque value speci- fied, neither the shank nor the tip shall show visible permanent deformation. The torque shall be applied by forces acting perpendicular to the long axis ofthe blade/ bit with the tip held securely in the test block. It is permissible to support the blade/bit in a suitable posi- tion for test. The blade/bit shall be restricted from endwise movement during testing.