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    Tolerances vs. Dimension: ISO 3302 Classification System

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    The document discusses tolerance classifications and dimensions. It describes the ISO 3302 classification system which organizes tolerance levels into M1 through M4 classes, with M1 being the tightest tolerance. Hi-Tech Seals commonly uses the M2 class for rubber and plastic components due to their material properties. The document provides tables showing the acceptable tolerance ranges for each M class in both imperial and metric units. It also defines nominal, metal, and actual dimensions and describes how the Micro-Vu Matrix is used to measure actual dimensions within six decimal places to support quality control.

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    The document discusses tolerance classifications and dimensions. It describes the ISO 3302 classification system which organizes tolerance levels into M1 through M4 classes, with M1 being the tightest tolerance. Hi-Tech Seals commonly uses the M2 class for rubber and plastic components due to their material properties. The document provides tables showing the acceptable tolerance ranges for each M class in both imperial and metric units. It also defines nominal, metal, and actual dimensions and describes how the Micro-Vu Matrix is used to measure actual dimensions within six decimal places to support quality control.

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    The document discusses tolerance classifications and dimensions. It describes the ISO 3302 classification system which organizes tolerance levels into M1 through M4 classes, with M1 being the tightest tolerance. Hi-Tech Seals commonly uses the M2 class for rubber and plastic components due to their material properties. The document provides tables showing the acceptable tolerance ranges for each M class in both imperial and metric units. It also defines nominal, metal, and actual dimensions and describes how the Micro-Vu Matrix is used to measure actual dimensions within six decimal places to support quality control.

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    The document discusses tolerance classifications and dimensions. It describes the ISO 3302 classification system which organizes tolerance levels into M1 through M4 classes, with M1 being the tightest tolerance. Hi-Tech Seals commonly uses the M2 class for rubber and plastic components due to their material properties. The document provides tables showing the acceptable tolerance ranges for each M class in both imperial and metric units. It also defines nominal, metal, and actual dimensions and describes how the Micro-Vu Matrix is used to measure actual dimensions within six decimal places to support quality control.

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    Tolerances vs.

    Dimension
    ISO 3302 Classification System
    Tolerance refers to the allowable amount of variation of a part or component’s targeted dimensions. There are different
    classification systems in which to classify tolerance levels. The RMA MO-1 classification system organizes allowable tolerance
    levels on an A scale, whereas the ISO 3302 classification system organizes allowable tolerance levels on an M scale. Although
    both scales are widely accepted, the M class scale is more frequently used at Hi-Tech Seals.

    The ISO 3302 M classification scale is organized into groups, M1 through M4. M1 is considered the tightest tolerance
    classification and indicates a high precision product. Due to the deflection characteristics of rubber and plastic components,
    M2 is the standard tolerance level used by Hi-Tech Seals. It indicates a precision product and involves much of the close
    controls required to achieve M1. M3 is the tolerance level used for producing a commercial grade product and is widely
    accepted. M4 is known as a non-critical grade. In this class, product control is second to cost.

    The chart below shows the relationship between targeted or specified dimensions and the acceptable tolerance levels for each
    M class, in both imperial and metric.

    Size M1 M2 M3 M4
    Above – Incl. Fixed +/- Fixed +/- Fixed +/- Fixed +/-
    0.000 – 0.157 0.003 0.004 0.010 0.020
    0.157 – 0.248 0.004 0.006 0.010 0.020
    0.248 – 0.394 0.004 0.008 0.012 0.028
    0.394 – 0.630 0.006 0.008 0.016 0.032
    Imperial 0.630 – 0.984 0.008 0.010 0.020 0.039
    Tolerances 0.984 – 1.575 0.008 0.014 0.024 0.051
    1.575 – 2.480 0.010 0.016 0.032 0.063
    2.480 – 3.937 0.014 0.020 0.039 0.078
    3.937 – 6.299 0.016 0.028 0.051 0.098
    >6.299 0.3% 0.5% 0.8% 1.5%
    0.0 – 4.0 0.08 0.10 0.25 0.50
    4.0 – 6.3 0.10 0.15 0.25 0.50
    6.3 – 10.0 0.10 0.20 0.30 0.70
    10.0 – 16.0 0.15 0.20 0.40 0.80
    Metric 16.0 – 25.0 0.20 0.25 0.50 1.00
    Tolerances 25.0 – 40.0 0.20 0.35 0.60 1.30
    40.0 – 63.0 0.25 0.40 0.80 1.60
    63.0 – 100.0 0.35 0.50 1.00 2.00
    100.0 – 160.0 0.40 0.70 1.30 2.50
    >160.0 0.3% 0.5% 0.8% 1.5%
    There are 3 types of dimensions used at Hi-Tech Seals; nominal, metal and actual. A nominal dimension is a standardized
    measurement approximation of the part or component; it is not the exact dimension. Nominal dimensions are used for
    general reference and/or naming purposes. A metal dimension is the measurement of the gland or groove where the part or
    component will be placed. An actual dimension is the exact measurement of the part or component, and is most accurately
    measured by the Micro-Vu Matrix.

    The Micro-Vu Matrix provides reliable measurements, within six decimal places. It is a unique investment offered to provide
    improved service and quality control. To learn more about tolerance levels, dimensions and the Micro-Vu Matrix, contact a
    Hi-Tech Seals representative.

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