ISO 603-10:1999

Overview

ISO 603-10:1999 is the International Standard that specifies the nominal dimensions (millimetres) for bonded abrasive stones used for honing and superfinishing (Type 54). Part of the ISO 603 series on bonded abrasive product dimensions, this document covers the dimensional series, shape types and designation conventions for honing stones intended to generate flat, cylindrical, helical or other contours where the workpiece and stones are mechanically guided.

Key topics and requirements

• Scope: Defines nominal dimensions in millimetres for Type 54 honing and superfinishing stones (including subtypes such as 5410, 5411, 5420 and 5421).
• Dimensions: Provides dimensional tables and a standard length series for ordering (e.g., 25, 30, 40, 50, 60, 80, 100, 125, 150, 200, 300 mm).
• Designation format: Specifies how to mark a complete product designation, combining product name, ISO reference, type, dimensions and internal specifications (example shown in the standard).
• Tolerances and run-out: Limit deviations and run-out tolerances are specified by reference to ISO 13942.
• Marking and general requirements: Product marking and general bonded abrasive requirements are governed by ISO 525; detailed material specifications (abrasive type, grain size, bond, grade, structure) are left to the manufacturer’s discretion and shown in the standard’s example designation.
• Normative references and bibliography: References include ISO 525 and standards for grain size distribution such as ISO 8486-1/-2.

Practical applications

ISO 603-10 is used to ensure consistent dimensions and clear product identification for honing and superfinishing stones across manufacturing, supply and quality control functions. Typical users include:

• Abrasive manufacturers specifying shop drawings, tooling dimensions and catalogue items.
• Machine shops and tool rooms that use bonded honing stones for precision surface generation (flat, cylindrical, helical contours).
• Procurement and quality engineers validating incoming stone dimensions, marking and traceability.
• Standards committees and technical designers aligning tooling dimensions across equipment and suppliers.

Benefits include improved interoperability of abrasive stones, clearer ordering information, and consistent acceptance criteria when combined with ISO 13942 and ISO 525 requirements.

Related standards

• ISO 525 - Bonded abrasive products: General requirements and marking
• ISO 13942 - Limit deviations and run-out tolerances for bonded abrasives
• ISO 8486-1 / ISO 8486-2 - Determination and designation of grain size distribution

Keywords: ISO 603-10, honing stones, superfinishing, bonded abrasive products, dimensions, honing, abrasive stone designation, ISO 525, ISO 13942.