IS 2895:1990 is the Indian Standard (BIS) for wooden handles for rasps, engineers' files and engineers' scrapers-. This standard specifies the material, dimensional, and manufacturing requirements for wooden handles used for rasps, engineers' files, and engineers' scrapers. It ensures durability and ergonomic suitability through strict specifications on timber quality, seasoning, and protective ferrules.
Wooden handles for rasps, engineers' files and engineers' scrapers-
| Parameter | IS Value | International | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Specified Wood Species | Haldu (Adina cordifolia), Sissoo (Dalbergia sissoo), Sal (Shorea robusta), Mango (Mangifera indica) | Beech (Fagus spp.), Ash (Fraxinus spp.), Hornbeam (Carpinus betulus) | DIN 7275-1:1982 |
| Moisture Content (Max) | 12% | Typically specified around 10-14% to ensure dimensional stability. | BS 4945:1973 |
| Ferrule Material | Mild steel | Steel | DIN 7275-1:1982 |
| Ferrule Finish | Tin-plated or galvanized | Plain, lacquered or blued | DIN 7275-1:1982 |
| Handle Finish | Varnished or lacquered | Plain, lacquered or waxed | DIN 7275-1:1982 |
| Standard Lengths (Sample) | 125 mm, 140 mm, 160 mm | 120 mm, 130 mm, 150 mm | BS 4945:1973 |
| Concentricity of Tang Hole | Mandatory requirement with specified test method. | Generally required as a quality attribute, but not always with a specific standardized test method. | General Practice |