ASME B107.27:2003 pdf download

ASME B107.27:2003 pdf download PLIERS: MULTIPLE POSITION, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
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This Standard provides performance and safetyrequirements for pbiers (also known as Cannon PlugPlhiers) that are used prinarily for connecting or discon-necting threaded lock collars of electrical connectors.Inclusion of dimensional data in this Standard does notmean that alt products described herein are stock pro-duction sizes.Consumers should corsult with manufac-turers concerring lists of stock production sizes This Standard tmay be used asa guide by state authori-ties or other regulatory bodies in the formulation of lawsor regulations. it is also intended for voluntary use byestablishments that use or manufacture the toolscovered.
CLA5sInIcATONs
Pliers,Multiple Position,Electrical Connector
REFERENCES
The following is a list of publicatians referenced inthis Standard.
ASME B107.25M-1996 Pliers – Performance TestMethods
Publisher. The Amnerican Society of Mechanical Engi-neers (ASME Internatioral),Ihree Park Avenue, NewYork, NY 10016-5990; Oeder Department: 22 LawDrive, Box 2300,Fair field,N07o07-2300
ASTM D 2240-97.,Test Method for Rubber Property 一Durometer Hardress
Publisher. The Arruerican Society for Testing and Materi-als (ASTM),100Barr Harbor Drive,West Consho-hocken, PA 19428-2959
Guide to Hand Tools -Selection,Safety Tips, ProperUse and Care
Publisher:The Hard Tools lrstitute (1rT1),25 NorthBroadway, arrytowr, NY 10591
DEFINmONS
Definitions of terens used within this Standard maybe found in ASME B107.25M.
5 REQUIREMENTS
The ilhstrations shown herein are descriptive andnonrestrictive, and are not intended to prechde te rrar-uacture of pliers that otherwise comply with thisStandard.
5.1 Deslgn
Pliers shall be suitable for loosertirg and tightertingthreaded lock collars of electrical cornectors anid shabe properly proportioned in all parts so as to be strong.durable, and easy to operate.Jaw sleeves or irserts shaibe used to prevent marring of the gripping surface ofcollars. Jaw capacity shall be adjustable througha tangeof 0.75 in. to 2.5 in.
Pliers shall meet the dimersioral requiremients asshown in Figs. l and 2, and shall be capable af passingaltests in para. 6.
5.2 Matrial
The materials used in the ruanufacture of the pliersshall be such as t produce pliers canforarting to thisStandard
5.3 Fnish
Surfaces shall have a rust preventive treatnert ardbe essentially free from pits, nodules, burs, cracks, andother conditions that would adversely affect the per-formance or safety of the tool. When provided, coatingsshall be adherent,smoath, continuous, and free fromany conditions that would interfere with their protectivevalue, safety, and function.
5.4Markng
Plbiers shail be marked in a plain and perimanent man-ner with the mmanufacturer’s name or with a trademarkof such knowr character that the source of manufactuireand country of origin shall be readily determined.Mark-ing shall be as permanent as the normal life expectancyof the pliers to which it is applied (providing the markedsurface has not been subjected to a fretting or abradingaction) and be capable of withstanding the cleaning procedures nornally experienced during its intended use.5.5 Handles
Handles shall be shaped to provide a comfortablehandgrip, and shall be free from rough edges and sharpcorners. Handles shall have a hardness of 38 to 48 HRC.When comfort grips are furnished, they shall be made