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EN ISO 13920-BF is a specific technical callout for general tolerances in welded constructions, where B represents the tolerance class for linear/angular dimensions and F represents the class for shape and position. 💡 🛠️ Decoding the "BF" Designation
Important: The standard allows measurement uncertainty. If your caliper has an error of ±0.5 mm and the tolerance is ±2 mm, you are fine. But if the tolerance is ±1 mm, you need a more precise instrument. en iso 13920-bf
- EN ISO 13920 is the standard for Welding — General tolerances for welded constructions (though sometimes confused with ISO 9692 for edge preparation). However, in workshop practice, "BF" is defined in ISO 9692-1 (and adopted as EN ISO 9692-1).
- BF stands for "Backing Flange" or more precisely a Backing run edge preparation. Specifically, BF designates a symmetrical double-V or double-bevel preparation with a backing strip or retained root face.
- Every dimension is critical and must be individually toleranced on the drawing.
- The part is cast or forged, not fabricated.