BS EN ISO 11953:2010

This standard BS EN ISO 11953:2010 Dentistry. Implants. Clinical performance of hand torque instruments is classified in these ICS categories:

• 43.180 Diagnostic, maintenance and test equipment
• 11.060.15 Dental implants

This International Standard describes a classification system for hand-held torque wrenches intended for clinical use. It specifies their performance requirements in terms of accuracy and reproducibility and resistance to reprocessing. Test methods are described, and marking and labelling requirements are specified. This International Standard does not include electronically controlled devices.