ISO 2562:1973

Modular units for machine tool construction — Slide units

Specifies certain dimensions relating to the interchangeability of slide units used in special machines constructed from modular units. Gives furthermore the designation and numerical values of nominal sizes.

Éléments standard pour la construction des machines-outils — Tables de déplacement rectiligne

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 31-Jan-1973
• ICS: 25.060.10 - Modular units and other devices
• Technical Committee: ISO/TC 39 - Machine tools
• Drafting Committee: ISO/TC 39 - Machine tools
• Current Stage: 9020 - International Standard under periodical review
• Start Date: 15-Jan-2026
• Completion Date: 15-Jan-2026

Relations

• Amended By: ISO 2562:1973/Amd 1:1982 - Modular units for machine tool construction — Slide units — Amendment 1
• Effective Date: 06-Jun-2022
• Parent: ISO 2562:1973/Amd 1:1982 - Modular units for machine tool construction — Slide units — Amendment 1
• Effective Date: 15-Apr-2008

Overview

ISO 2562:1973 defines the modular units for machine tool construction, specifically focusing on slide units. This international standard outlines important dimensions and specifications to ensure the interchangeability and compatibility of slide units used in special machines constructed from these modular components. Established by ISO Technical Committee ISO/TC 39 on machine tools, this standard fosters uniformity in machine tool design worldwide, enabling easier sourcing, replacement, and assembly of slide units.

The document specifies nominal sizes, dimensional tolerances, and designation systems that contribute to modularity and standardization, facilitating better design practices and reducing engineering complexities.

Key Topics

• Nominal Sizes and Designations
  The standard defines nine nominal sizes for slide units, based on the width of the saddle (W), namely:

  • 125 mm
  • 160 mm
  • 200 mm
  • 250 mm
  • 320 mm
  • 400 mm
  • 500 mm
  • 630 mm
  • 800 mm

  These sizes provide a clear framework for choosing modular slide units and guarantee interchangeability across various machine configurations.

• Dimensional Specifications
  Key dimensions covered include:

  • Stroke length (S) - adjustable according to preferred number series (R 5, R 10)
  • Saddle length (L1) - extendable using R 10 series values
  • Slide base length (L2) - affected by stroke adjustments
  • Height (H) - which can be reduced per R 20 series values

  The standard includes tables mapping these dimensions to nominal sizes, ensuring design consistency.

• Interchangeability Principles
  The ISO 2562 standard emphasizes modular design that allows slide units from different machine tools to fit interchangeably, aiding in faster machine configuration changes, maintenance, and parts replacement.

Applications

ISO 2562:1973 is essential for industries that use modular machine tools with slide units, especially in:

• Custom machine tool manufacturing
• Special machine constructions requiring modular components
• Precision engineering sectors relying on standardized machine parts
• Maintenance operations needing compatible replacement units

Employing these standardized slide units results in:

• Reduced design complexity and engineering time
• Increased flexibility in machine tool assembly and scaling
• Lower costs due to standardized parts and easier sourcing
• Improved equipment uptime by simplifying repairs and upgrades

Machine designers and manufacturers leverage this standard to create versatile, modular machine tools that adhere to internationally accepted dimensions and quality benchmarks.

Related Standards

For holistic machine tool construction and modular design, consider referencing related ISO standards such as:

• ISO 230 – Test code for machine tools
• ISO 602 – Dimensions and designation of machine tool spindles
• ISO 26622 – Modular components for machine tools and industrial applications
• ISO 10541 – Modular fixtures for machine tool components
  These standards collectively ensure a comprehensive approach to modularity, accuracy, and compatibility in machine tool engineering.

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By following ISO 2562:1973, manufacturers and engineers can achieve consistent quality, ease of interchangeability, and greater efficiency in designing machine tools with modular slide units, driving innovation and operational excellence.

Standards Content (Sample)

INTERNATIONAL STANDARD
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IS0 (the International Organization for Standardization) is a worldwide federation
of national standards institutes (IS0 Member Bodies). The work of developing
International Standards is carried out through 150 Technical Committees. Every
Member Body interested in a subject for which a Technical Committee has been set
up has the right to be represented on that Committee. International organizations,
governmental and non-governmental, in liaison with ISO, also take part in the work.
Draft International Standards adopted by the Technical Committees are circulated
to the Member Bodies for approval before their acceptance as International Stan-
dards by the IS0 Council.
International Standard IS0 2562 was drawn up by Technical Committee
lSO/TC 39, Mackir~e tools.
It was approved in March 1972 by the Member Bodies of the following countries :
Belgium Italy Spain
Sweden
Czechoslovakia Japan
Egypt, Arab Rep. of Netherlands Switzerland
France Poland Thailand
Turkey
Germany Romania
Hungary South Africa, Rep. of United Kingdom
P$o Member Body expressed disapproval of the document.
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INTERNATIONAL STANDARD
Modular units for machine tool construction - Slide units
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NORME INTERNATIONALE
INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR STANDARDIZATION .MEXfiYHAPOAHAII OPI-AHW3ALWifI n0 CTAH~APTM3ALJWW~ORGANISATION INTERNATIONALE DE NORMALISATION
Éléments standard pour la construction des machines-outils -
Tables de déplacement rectiligne
Première édition - 1973-02- 15
CDU 621.9 - 112 Réf. No : ISO 2562-1973 (F)
DestApeurs : machine-outil, élément, structure modulaire, dimension.
Prix basé sur 2 pages
AVANT-PROPOS
ISO (Organisation Internationale de Normalisation) est une fédération mondiale
d’organismes nationaux de normalisation (Comités Membres ISO). L’élaboration de
Normes Internationales est confiée aux Comités Techniques ISO. Chaque Comité
Membre intéressé par une étude a le droit de faire partie du Comité Technique
correspondant. Les organisations internationales, gouvernementales et non
gouvernementales, en liaison avec I’ISO, participent également aux travaux.
Les Projets de Normes Internationales adoptés par les Comités Techniques sont
soumis aux Comités Membres pour approbation, avant leur acceptation comme
Normes Internationales par le Conseil de I’ISO.
La Norme Internationale ISO 2562 a été établie par le Comité Technique
I SO/TC 39, Machines-outils.
Elle fut approuvée en mars 1972 par les Comités Membres des pays suivants :
Afrique du Sud, Rép. d’ Hongri
...

NORME INTERNATIONALE
INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR STANDARDIZATION .MEXfiYHAPOAHAII OPI-AHW3ALWifI n0 CTAH~APTM3ALJWW~ORGANISATION INTERNATIONALE DE NORMALISATION
Éléments standard pour la construction des machines-outils -
Tables de déplacement rectiligne
Première édition - 1973-02- 15
CDU 621.9 - 112 Réf. No : ISO 2562-1973 (F)
DestApeurs : machine-outil, élément, structure modulaire, dimension.
Prix basé sur 2 pages
AVANT-PROPOS
ISO (Organisation Internationale de Normalisation) est une fédération mondiale
d’organismes nationaux de normalisation (Comités Membres ISO). L’élaboration de
Normes Internationales est confiée aux Comités Techniques ISO. Chaque Comité
Membre intéressé par une étude a le droit de faire partie du Comité Technique
correspondant. Les organisations internationales, gouvernementales et non
gouvernementales, en liaison avec I’ISO, participent également aux travaux.
Les Projets de Normes Internationales adoptés par les Comités Techniques sont
soumis aux Comités Membres pour approbation, avant leur acceptation comme
Normes Internationales par le Conseil de I’ISO.
La Norme Internationale ISO 2562 a été établie par le Comité Technique
I SO/TC 39, Machines-outils.
Elle fut approuvée en mars 1972 par les Comités Membres des pays suivants :
Afrique du Sud, Rép. d’ Hongri
...