Specification for round lever lid tinplate cans, paint range

Available format(s)

Hardcopy , PDF

Superseded date

11-28-2002

Language(s)

English

Published date

03-30-1990

Publisher

British Standards Institution

Foreword
Committees responsible
Specification
1. Scope
2. Definitions
3. Designation
4. Materials, design and manufacture
5. Performance
Appendices
A. Methods for the determination of gross lidded
     capacity
B. Fitness for use
C. Method for the detection of the presence of leaks
D. Method of test for lid fit
E. Method of test for handle strength
F. Method of exposure to UV light
Tables
1. Nominal dimensions of the specified range
2. Dimensions and material specifications of cans
3. Lid dimensions
4. Precision of weighing apparatus
Figures
1. Can dimensions (illustrated on can with welded
     body seam and handle)
2. Indent position and dimensions
3. Lid dimensions
4. Typical apparatus for handle tensile strength test
     (vertical test position shown)
5. Method of applying load for handle tensile strength
     test
6. Dimensions of change blocks for handle tensile
     strength test
7. Detail of handle grip for snatch test
8. Typical apparatus for snatch test

Capacities from 250 ml to 5 litres with dimensions and constructional requirements. Performance requirements related to freedom from leaks, handle strength and lid security with related methods of test.

Committee	PKW/0
DocumentType	Standard
Pages	18
PublisherName	British Standards Institution
Status	Superseded
Supersedes	BS 1262:1970

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