Foreword

Publishing information

This part of BS 4311‑2 is published by BSI and came into effect on 30 June 2009. It was prepared by Technical Committee TDW/4, Technical product realization.A list of organizations represented on this committee can be obtained on request to its secretary.

Supersession

BS 4311‑2:2009 supersedes BS 4311‑2:1994, which was withdrawn with the publication of BS 4311‑1:2007+C1:2009.

Relationship with other documents

BS 4311‑2:2009 is associated with BS EN ISO 3650:1999, which specifies the most important design and metrological characteristics of gauge blocks with a rectangular cross-section and a nominal length l_n ranging from 0,5 mm to 1 000 mm. BS 4311‑2:2009 is also associated with BS 4311‑1:2007+C1:2009, which addresses the requirements for the ongoing support for gauge blocks manufactured to the imperial system.

Presentational conventions

The provisions of this standard are presented in roman (i.e. upright) type. Its requirements are expressed in sentences in which the principal auxiliary verb is “shall”.

Commentary, explanation and general informative material is presented in smaller italic type, and does not constitute a normative element.

A comma, rather than a full point, has been used as the decimal indicator throughout this British Standard in order to align it with the Geometrical Product Specifications referenced in Clause 2. Care should be taken when using this publication in conjunction with other British Standards.

Contractual and legal considerations

This publication does not purport to include all the necessary provisions of a contract. Users are responsible for its correct application.

Compliance with a British Standard cannot confer immunity from legal obligations.

Amendments/corrigenda issued since publication

Date	Text affected

BS 4311-2:2009

Gauge blocks manufactured to imperial specification - Accessories

Current

Published:

30 Jun 2009