BS ISO 14132-3:2021

What is ISO 14132-3 about? 

ISO 14132-3 is the third part of a multi-part series standard which specifies terms and definitions for telescope sights that are used on hand- held firearms and air guns. 

Under ISO 14132-3 changes can be made regarding definitions by introducing derivative attributes into them and revealing the meaning of the terms used and showing that the objects are defined.   

Who is ISO 14132-3 for? 

ISO 14132-3 on terms for telescopic sights is relevant to: 

• Manufacturers of telescope instrument 
• Manufacturers of parts and equipment used in optic and photonics industry 
• Manufacturers of airguns and hand-held firearms 

Why should you use ISO 14132-3 ? 

Vocabulary used for telescopic systems specifies terms and definitions that are used regarding telescope sights and are used in the arms industry on hand- held firearms and air guns. 

Terms mentioned in ISO 14132-3 can help you learn the vocabulary used in telescopic systems, which helps in understanding the overall industry and domain. 

ISO 14132-3 familiarises the user with his industry that can enhance overall expertise in the domain. This could also lead to enhancement in product development processes and research and development.  As a result, ISO 14132-3 can help you avoid misinterpretation and ambiguity and improve communication between entities, which is crucial for maintenance, risk mitigation and emergency situations. 

What’s changed since the last update? 

BS ISO 14132-3:2021 supersedes BS ISO 14132-3:2014 which is withdrawn. The main change is: 

• The term and definition “critical eye relief” was added and harmonised with “eye relief” and “eye relief range”