This standard covers the physical characteristics of one-inch perforated tape for use with numerical machine controls.

This standard is for perforated tape with fully punched round holes.

This standard covers perforated tape made from paper, plastic, metal, and combinations thereof.

This standard covers the physical properties and punch dimensions which must be maintained within the tolerance specified in paragraph 3.1 for the environmental conditions of 30 degrees F to 150 degrees F and 5% to 95% relative humidity throughout the useful life of the punched tape.