EN 12280-3:2002
(Main)Rubber- or plastic-coated fabrics - Accelerated ageing tests - Part 3: Environmental ageing
Rubber- or plastic-coated fabrics - Accelerated ageing tests - Part 3: Environmental ageing
This part of this European Standard describes a test procedure to assess the effect of humidity in combination with relatively high temperatures on the relevant physical properties of coated fabrics.
It is applicable to all coated fabrics for which it is necessary to assess the long-term resistance to hydrolysis which can result from exposure to warm atmospheres with high moisture content. It is not recommended to evaluate materials that are immersed in water during use.
Mit Kautschuk oder Kunststoff beschichtete Textilien - Beschleunigte Alterungsprüfungen - Teil 3: Umweltbezogene Alterung
Dieser Teil dieser Europäischen Norm beschreibt ein Prüfverfahren zur Bewertung des Einflusses von Feuchte in Verbindung mit relativ hohen Temperaturen auf die typischen physikalischen Eigenschaften von beschichteten Textilien. Er ist auf alle beschichteten Textilien anwendbar, für die eine Langzeitbeständigkeit gegen Hydrolyse, die aus der Einwirkung von warmen Atmosphären mit hohem Feuchtegehalt herrühen kann, eingeschätzt werden muß. Er wird nicht für die Bewertung von Materialien empfohlen, die während ihres Gebrauchs in Wasser eingetaucht sind.
Supports textiles revêtus de caoutchouc ou de plastique - Essais de vieillissement accéléré - Partie 3: Vieillissement dans un environnement
La présente norme européenne décrit un mode opératoire d'essai permettant d'évaluer les effets de l'humidité associée à des températures relativement élevées sur les propriétés physiques appropriées des supports textiles revêtus.
Elle s'applique à tous les supports textiles revêtus pour lesquels il est nécessaire d'évaluer la résistance à long terme à l'hydrolyse qui peut résulter de l'exposition à des atmosphères chaudes présentant un pourcentage d'humidité élevé. Il n'est pas recommandé d'évaluer les matériaux immergés dans de l'eau pendant leur utilisation.
Gumirane ali plastificirane tekstilije - Preskusi pospešenega staranja - 3. del: Okoliško staranje
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 20-Aug-2002
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 248 - Textiles and textile products
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 248/WG 4 - Coated fabrics
- Current Stage
- 9060 - Closure of 2 Year Review Enquiry - Review Enquiry
- Start Date
- 02-Dec-2023
- Completion Date
- 02-Dec-2023
Relations
- Effective Date
- 22-Dec-2008
Overview
EN 12280-3:2002 - "Rubber- or plastic-coated fabrics - Accelerated ageing tests - Part 3: Environmental ageing" is a CEN European Standard that defines a laboratory procedure to assess the effect of warm, humid atmospheres (environmental ageing) on coated fabrics. The method simulates long-term hydrolysis risks by exposing test specimens to high relative humidity and elevated temperature, allowing manufacturers, testers and specifiers to evaluate durability without real-time ageing.
Key topics and technical requirements
- Purpose: Assess long-term resistance to hydrolysis caused by warm, high-humidity environments. Not intended for materials that are immersed in water during use.
- Reference conditions: Exposure to an atmosphere of at least 95% relative humidity at 70 ± 2 °C.
- Exposure durations: Typical reference periods are 168 ± 2 h (7 days) or 336 ± 2 h (14 days) (multiples permitted).
- Oven and atmosphere controls:
- Air oven with internal ventilation providing 5–15 air changes per hour; incoming air at test temperature.
- Air speed at hygrometer/thermometer ≥ 3 m·s⁻¹.
- Test specimens must be suspended vertically, not closer than 10 mm to each other and 50 mm from oven walls.
- Total specimen volume should not exceed 10% of oven free air space.
- No copper/copper alloys inside the chamber; avoid direct steam injection above 70 °C.
- Specimens:
- Cut from usable width/length per EN ISO 2286-1; size chosen to suit subsequent tests.
- Quantity determined by the physical tests to be performed.
- Post-exposure conditioning and assessment:
- Condition specimens per EN ISO 2231 for at least 24 hours after removal.
- Compare aged vs. unaged specimens using appropriate physical tests (e.g., coating adhesion, abrasion, flex resistance).
- Reporting: Include reference to EN 12280-3:2002, test date, conditioning/testing atmospheres, sample ID, exposure period, measured properties and any deviations.
Applications and users
- Who uses it:
- Coated-fabric manufacturers and compound formulators
- Independent testing laboratories and QC departments
- Product designers, specifiers and procurement teams
- R&D and failure-analysis engineers
- Practical uses:
- Quality control and production acceptance testing
- Material selection for humid/warm service conditions (awnings, inflatable structures, protective covers)
- Comparative benchmarking and validation of new coatings or additives
- Supporting specifications and supplier claims for hydrolysis resistance
Related standards
- EN 12280 series (Part 1: Heat ageing; Part 2: Light/weathering)
- EN ISO 2231 - Conditioning and testing atmospheres
- EN ISO 2286-1 - Roll characteristics / usable width
- Examples of physical tests referenced: EN ISO 7854 (De Mattia), EN ISO 5981, EN ISO 2411, EN ISO 12947-2, prEN 5470-2
This concise procedure makes EN 12280-3:2002 a practical, repeatable method for evaluating environmental ageing of rubber- or plastic-coated fabrics under accelerated humid-heat conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 12280-3:2002 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Rubber- or plastic-coated fabrics - Accelerated ageing tests - Part 3: Environmental ageing". This standard covers: This part of this European Standard describes a test procedure to assess the effect of humidity in combination with relatively high temperatures on the relevant physical properties of coated fabrics. It is applicable to all coated fabrics for which it is necessary to assess the long-term resistance to hydrolysis which can result from exposure to warm atmospheres with high moisture content. It is not recommended to evaluate materials that are immersed in water during use.
This part of this European Standard describes a test procedure to assess the effect of humidity in combination with relatively high temperatures on the relevant physical properties of coated fabrics. It is applicable to all coated fabrics for which it is necessary to assess the long-term resistance to hydrolysis which can result from exposure to warm atmospheres with high moisture content. It is not recommended to evaluate materials that are immersed in water during use.
EN 12280-3:2002 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 59.080.40 - Coated fabrics. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 12280-3:2002 has the following relationships with other standards: It is excused to EN 12280-1:1997. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Gumirane ali plastificirane tekstilije - Preskusi pospešenega staranja - 3. del: Okoliško staranjeMit Kautschuk oder Kunststoff beschichtete Textilien - Beschleunigte Alterungsprüfungen - Teil 3: Umweltbezogene AlterungSupports textiles revetus de caoutchouc ou de plastique - Essais de vieillissement accéléré - Partie 3: Vieillissement dans un environnementRubber- or plastic-coated fabrics - Accelerated ageing tests - Part 3: Environmental ageing59.080.40WHNVWLOLMHCoated fabricsICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 12280-3:2002SIST EN 12280-3:2002en01-november-2002SIST EN 12280-3:2002SLOVENSKI
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EUROPEAN STANDARDNORME EUROPÉENNEEUROPÄISCHE NORMEN 12280-3August 2002ICS 59.080.40English versionRubber- or plastic-coated fabrics - Accelerated ageing tests -Part 3: Environmental ageingSupports textiles revêtus de caoutchouc ou de plastique -Essais de vieillissement accéléré - Partie 3: Vieillissementdans un environnement réactifMit Kautschuk oder Kunststoff beschichtete Textilien -Beschleunigte Alterungsprüfungen - Teil 3:Umweltbezogene AlterungThis European Standard was approved by CEN on 17 May 2002.CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this EuropeanStandard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such nationalstandards may be obtained on application to the Management Centre or to any CEN member.This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translationunder the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the Management Centre has the same status as the officialversions.CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece,Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATIONCOMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATIONEUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNGManagement Centre: rue de Stassart, 36
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The European Standard EN 12280-3:2002 provides a comprehensive framework for assessing the durability of rubber- or plastic-coated fabrics, focusing specifically on their resistance to environmental conditions that can lead to ageing. The standard outlines a clear and methodical test procedure designed to evaluate how humidity, when coupled with elevated temperatures, impacts the physical properties of these coated fabrics. One of the significant strengths of this standard is its applicability across a wide range of coated fabrics that require rigorous evaluation for long-term resistance to hydrolysis. By stipulating conditions that mimic real-world exposure to warm, humid environments, EN 12280-3:2002 ensures that manufacturers can accurately assess the longevity and performance characteristics of their products under similar conditions. The relevance of this standard is underscored by its focus on materials that may not be submerged in water during their operational lifespan, allowing for targeted evaluation that mirrors practical usage scenarios. This distinction is crucial for developers and quality assurance professionals, as it informs design and manufacturing processes to improve product resilience. In summary, EN 12280-3:2002 stands out due to its targeted methodology for evaluating environmental ageing, providing critical insights into the hydrolytic stability of coated fabrics under humidity and heat. This makes it an essential reference for professionals involved in the production, testing, and specification of rubber- and plastic-coated fabrics.
Die Norm EN 12280-3:2002 bietet eine umfassende Grundlage zur Bewertung der Umwelteinwirkungen auf beschichtete Stoffe. Der spezifische Fokus auf beschichtete Gummis oder Kunststoffe in Verbindung mit den beschleunigten Alterungstests verdeutlicht die Relevanz dieser Norm für die Industrie. Der Prüfverfahren, das in diesem Dokument beschrieben wird, ermöglicht eine Bewertung der Auswirkungen von Feuchtigkeit zusammen mit vergleichsweise hohen Temperaturen auf die physikalischen Eigenschaften der beschichteten Stoffe. Ein besonders starker Aspekt dieser Norm ist ihre Anwendbarkeit auf alle beschichteten Stoffe, bei denen die langfristige Beständigkeit gegenüber Hydrolyse erforderlich ist. Dies ist entscheidend, da die Alterung durch warme, feuchte Umgebungen für viele industrielle Anwendungen von großer Bedeutung ist. Die Norm stellt sicher, dass die Materialien unter realistischen Bedingungen getestet werden, was eine wertvolle Orientierungshilfe für Entwickler und Hersteller darstellt. Ein weiterer Pluspunkt der EN 12280-3:2002 ist die klare Abgrenzung der Anwendbarkeit. Die Norm spezifiziert, dass sie nicht für Materialien geeignet ist, die während der Nutzung in Wasser eingetaucht sind. Diese Limitierung ermöglicht eine gezielte Nutzung der Norm für bestimmte Anwendungsbereiche, was zu exakteren Testergebnissen führt. Insgesamt unterstreicht die Norm EN 12280-3:2002 ihre Relevanz in der Branche durch ihre detaillierte Betrachtung der Umwelteinflüsse auf beschichtete Stoffe und ihre Fähigkeit, langzeitige Beständigkeitseigenschaften zu bewerten. Die umfassende Testmethodik und die klar definierte Anwendbarkeit machen sie zu einem unverzichtbaren Instrument für Fachleute, die sich mit der Haltbarkeit und Leistungsfähigkeit solcher Materialien befassen.
SIST EN 12280-3:2002は、ゴムまたはプラスチックコーティングされた生地に関する重要な標準であり、特に環境劣化に焦点を当てています。この標準の範囲は、湿度と比較的高温の組み合わせがコーティング生地の物理的特性に与える影響を評価するための試験手順を定義しています。 この標準の強みは、長期的な耐水分性を評価する必要があるすべてのコーティング生地に適用できる点です。具体的には、高湿度の暖かい環境にさらされることによって引き起こされる加水分解に対する抵抗性を調査する有効な方法を提供しています。これは、コーティング生地の使用において重要な特性であり、特に屋外で使用される材料にとって重要です。 ただし、浸水した材料を評価することは推奨されていないため、この標準を用いる際にはその適用範囲を正確に理解することが重要です。全体として、EN 12280-3:2002は、コーティング生地の性能を保証し、製品の長寿命に寄与するための信頼性の高い指針を提供しています。環境劣化に関する重要なテストを行うことで、品質管理の観点からも非常に意義のある標準であると言えるでしょう。
SIST EN 12280-3:2002는 고온의 습기 있는 환경에서 고무 또는 플라스틱 코팅 직물의 물리적 특성에 미치는 영향을 평가하기 위한 시험 절차를 설명하는 유럽 표준의 일환입니다. 이 표준의 주요 목적은 코팅된 직물이 환경적으로 노출되었을 때의 장기 저항성을 평가하는 것입니다. 특히, 습기와 높은 온도 조건에서의 내수성 저하를 평가하는 데 중점을 두고 있습니다. 본 표준은 모든 코팅된 직물에 적용 가능하지만, 사용 중 물에 잠기는 구조물에 대해서는 평가를 권장하지 않습니다. 이는 평가 대상이 되는 소재의 특성을 더욱 정확하게 분석할 수 있도록 하기 위한 기준으로, 불필요한 왜곡을 피하는 데 큰 장점이 있습니다. SIST EN 12280-3:2002의 강점은 구체적인 시험 조건과 절차를 명시하여 사용자가 일관된 방법론으로 평가할 수 있도록 해준다는 점입니다. 이는 제조업체와 품질 보증 부서에 있어 중요한 참고 자료가 됩니다. 또한, 고온 다습한 환경에서 소재의 내구성을 체계적으로 검토하는 것이 가능하므로, 실제 사용 조건에 대한 신뢰성을 높이는 데 기여합니다. 결국, 이 표준은 고무 또는 플라스틱 코팅 직물의 장기적인 경과를 평가하기 위한 필수적인 도구로 자리매김하고 있으며, 산업 전반에 걸쳐 환경적 노출에 대한 이해를 높이는 데 중요한 역할을 합니다.
La norme SIST EN 12280-3:2002, intitulée « Tissus enduits de caoutchouc ou de plastique - Tests de vieillissement accéléré - Partie 3 : Vieillissement environnemental », constitue un document essentiel dans le domaine des matériaux et tissus techniques. Son champ d'application est clairement défini, car elle propose une procédure d'essai visant à évaluer l'effet de l'humidité, combinée à des températures relativement élevées, sur les propriétés physiques pertinentes des tissus enduits. Cette norme est particulièrement pertinente pour les fabricants et les utilisateurs de tissus enduits, car elle permet de simuler des conditions environnementales qui peuvent affecter la durabilité des matériaux. Parmi les points forts de cette norme, on peut relever sa capacité à répondre aux besoins spécifiques de l'industrie concernant la résistance à l'hydrolyse, surtout dans des atmosphères chaudes et humides. Cela en fait un outil précieux pour garantir la qualité et la longévité des tissus enduits, qui sont souvent exposés à des environnements difficiles. La clarté de la méthodologie proposée facilite son application dans des contextes variés, promouvant ainsi une standardisation des tests au sein des processus de fabrication. En outre, la norme ne recommande pas d'évaluer les matériaux immergés dans l'eau durant leur utilisation, ce qui souligne son approche axée sur des scénarios pratiques et réalistes. Cette précision contribue à éviter des interprétations erronées des résultats d'essai et, par conséquent, à assurer une meilleure compréhension et utilisation des tissus enduits dans des applications spécifiques. En résumé, la norme SIST EN 12280-3:2002 est un guide fondamental pour évaluer le vieillissement environnemental des tissus enduits, grâce à une approche méthodologique rigoureuse qui répond aux exigences des utilisateurs. Sa pertinence dans l'industrie des matériaux est indéniable, renforçant la nécessité de sa mise en œuvre pour garantir des produits de haute qualité et durables.
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