| Standard Number | BS 906-2:1972 |
| Title | Specification for engineers' parallels. Imperial units |
| Abstract | Seven sizes of Grade A parallels with cross section ¼ in x ½ in to 1½ in x 3 in and nine of Grade B parallels with cross sections ¼ in x ½ in to 2 in x 4 in. Material, standard sizes, finish, accuracy, protection and marking. |
| Status | Confirmed, Current |
| Publication Date | 16 June 1972 |
| Confirm Date | 01 February 2012 |
| Cross References | BS 860, BS 891:Part 1, BS 906:Part 1, BS 1133:Section 6 |
| Replaces | Replaces BS 906:1940. |
| Descriptors | Engineers parallels, Imperial system, Dimensional measurement, Accuracy, Marking, Dimensions, Dimensional tolerances, Steels, Hardness, Grades (quality), Precision |
| ICS | 17.040.30 (Measuring instruments)
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| Title in French | Calibres d'epaisseur. Unites imperiales |
| Title in German | Technische Parallellineale. Spezifikation. Englische Einheiten |
| Committee | TDW/4 |
| ISBN | 0 580 07043 3 |
| Format | A4 |
| Delivery | YES |
| Pages | 12 |
| Price | £ 82.00 |