prEN ISO 9455-8

• Abstract:

  Describes the principle, the reagents and materials, the apparatus, the test procedure, the calculation of results, the precision and the contents of the test report.

• Status: Not Published
• Publication Date: 03-Apr-2028
• ICS: 25.160.50 - Brazing and soldering
• Technical Committee: CEN/TC 121 - Welding
• Current Stage: 4020 - Submission to enquiry - Enquiry
• Start Date: 10-Sep-2026
• Completion Date: 10-Sep-2026
• Ref Project: oSIST prEN ISO 9455-8:2026 - Soft soldering fluxes - Test methods - Part 8: Determination of zinc content (ISO/FDIS 9455-8:2026)

• Consolidated By: ISO/FDIS 9455-8 - Soft soldering fluxes — Test methods — Part 8: Determination of zinc content
• Effective Date: 12-Feb-2026
• Revises: EN 29455-8:1993 - Soft soldering fluxes - Test methods - Part 8: Determination of zinc content (ISO 9455-8:1991)
• Effective Date: 13-Aug-2025

Overview

prEN ISO 9455-8:2026, developed by CEN in collaboration with ISO, details standardized test methods for determining zinc content in soft soldering fluxes. This international standard focuses on water-soluble fluxes, particularly those containing approximately 25% zinc as zinc chloride. The document is a part of the ISO 9455 series, which covers various test methods for soft soldering fluxes, ensuring reliable quality and performance in soldering and brazing applications.

By systematically outlining the principle, reagents and materials, apparatus required, procedure, calculation of results, precision data, and requirements for the test report, prEN ISO 9455-8 ensures repeatability and comparability of zinc determinations across laboratories and industries.

Key Topics

• Scope and Applicability:

  • Targeted at water-soluble fluxes of type 3 (as defined in ISO 9454-1).
  • Primarily for aqueous flux solutions with approx. 25% zinc content; adjustments recommended for solid fluxes or those with different concentrations.

• Analytical Principle:

  • Precipitation and removal of iron as hydroxide from an alkaline solution.
  • Determination of zinc via titration with EDTA, enabling precise quantification.

• Required Materials and Procedures:

  • Use only high-purity (analytical grade) reagents and distilled or deionized water.
  • Stepwise procedure includes dissolution, precipitation, and EDTA titration.
  • Execution in triplicate supports result validity and precision.

• Data Calculation and Reporting:

  • Percentage of zinc, usually expressed as zinc chloride, is computed based on titration results and sample density.
  • Comprehensive test report with sample identification, method reference, results, and any deviations or observations.

• Precision and Repeatability:

  • Interlaboratory studies demonstrate repeatability and reproducibility, ensuring confidence in the standard’s application.

Applications

prEN ISO 9455-8 serves a range of stakeholders in the soldering industry, including manufacturers, quality assurance professionals, and regulatory bodies:

• Production Quality Control:

  • Ensures correct zinc content in soft soldering fluxes, critical for product performance and compatibility.

• Product Development and Compliance:

  • Assists R&D teams in formulating fluxes that meet international requirements.
  • Facilitates compliance with global regulations targeting consistent solder joint quality and reliability.

• Laboratory Testing:

  • Equips labs with a standardized, validated method for zinc determination, minimizing discrepancies in test results.
  • Supports interlaboratory comparisons and international accreditation.

• Procurement and Supply Chain:

  • Enables material specifiers and purchasers to verify flux composition through recognized testing protocols.

Related Standards

• ISO 9454-1: Soft soldering fluxes - Classification, labelling and packaging; referenced for type definitions and additional requirements.
• ISO 9455 Series: Contains multiple parts, each addressing different test methods for soft soldering fluxes.
• CEN/TC 121 and ISO/TC 44 Standards: Cover broader aspects of welding, soldering, and brazing materials and procedures.

By following prEN ISO 9455-8:2026, organizations uphold best practices in quality management, product consistency, and regulatory compliance for soft soldering fluxes containing zinc.

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-november-2026
Talila za mehko spajkanje - Preskusne metode - 8. del: Določanje cinka (ISO/FDIS
9455-8:2026)
Soft soldering fluxes - Test methods - Part 8: Determination of zinc content (ISO/FDIS
9455-8:2026)
Flussmittel zum Weichlöten - Prüfverfahren - Teil 8: Bestimmung des Zinkgehaltes
(ISO/FDIS 9455-8:2026)
Flux de brasage tendre - Méthodes d'essai - Partie 8: Dosage du zinc (ISO/FDIS 9455-
8:2026)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: prEN ISO 9455-8
ICS:
25.160.50 Trdo in mehko lotanje Brazing and soldering
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

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Determination of zinc content
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Contents Page
Foreword .iv
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 1
4 Principle . 1
5 Reagents . 1
6 Apparatus . 2
7 Procedure . 2
8 Calculation of results . 3
9 Precision . 3
10 Test report . 3
Bibliography . 4

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