EN 16653:2015

Rubber or plastics-coated fabrics - Determination of stitch tear resistance (using a needle) - Test method

This European Standard specifies a method for the determination of the resistance of the seams of rubber or plastic-coated fabrics against tearing out a needle perpendicular to the stitching direction. This resistance is characterized by determining the stitch tear force.

Mit Kautschuk oder Kunststoff beschichtete Textilien - Bestimmung des Stichausreißwiderstands (unter Verwendung einer Nadel) - Prüfverfahren

Diese Europäische Norm legt ein Verfahren zur Bestimmung des Widerstandes fest, den Nahtstellen von Flächengebilden aus Kautschuk oder Kunststoff beschichteten Textilien dem Ausreißen durch eine Nadel senkrecht zur Einstichrichtung entgegensetzen. Dieser Widerstand wird durch Bestimmung der Stichaus-reißkraft charakterisiert.

Supports textiles revêtus de caoutchouc ou de plastique - Détermination de la résistance au déchirement au point de couture (à l'aide d'une aiguille) - Méthode d'essai

La présente Norme européenne spécifie une méthode de détermination de la résistance au déchirement des coutures des supports textiles revêtus de caoutchouc ou de plastique, provoqué par une aiguille perpendiculairement au sens de perforation. Cette résistance est caractérisée par la détermination de la force de déchirement au point de couture.

Gumirane ali plastificirane tekstilije - Ugotavljanje sile šivov proti trganju (z iglo) - Preskusna metoda

Preskus se uporablja za ocenjevanje odpornosti šivov pri gumiranih in plastificiranih tkaninah proti trganju z iglo pravokotno na smer šiva. Ta odpornost je opisana z določanjem sile šivov proti trganju.

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 24-Mar-2015
• ICS: 59.080.40 - Coated fabrics
• Technical Committee: CEN/TC 248 - Textiles and textile products
• Drafting Committee: CEN/TC 248/WG 4 - Coated fabrics
• Current Stage: 9093 - Decision to confirm - Review Enquiry
• Start Date: 02-Nov-2020
• Completion Date: 23-Sep-2025
• Ref Project: SIST EN 16653:2015 - Rubber or plastics-coated fabrics - Determination of stitch tear force (with needle) - Test method

Overview

EN 16653:2015 specifies a laboratory test method for determining the resistance of seams in rubber or plastics‑coated fabrics to tearing when a needle is pulled perpendicular to the stitching direction. The standard defines the measurement of stitch tear force (maximum tearing force) and, where required, stitch tear strength (force divided by specimen thickness). EN 16653:2015 is published by CEN and applies to coated textile products where seam integrity under needle‑pull conditions is relevant.

Key Topics and Requirements

• Scope: Measures resistance of seams to a needle‑pull tear perpendicular to stitching direction; result expressed as stitch tear force (N) and optionally stitch tear strength (N/mm).
• Test apparatus:
  • Constant‑rate‑of‑extension (CRE) tensile testing machine with metrological confirmation per EN ISO 10012.
  • Machine accuracy class 1 per EN ISO 7500‑1 (class 2 allowed if reported).
  • Extension rate: (100 ± 10) mm/min.
  • Data acquisition: ≥ 8 samples/sec if using electronic recording.
  • Needle: smooth stainless steel, diameter (1,0 ± 0,1) mm with conical tip.
  • Clamping device with adjustable parallel bearing bushes and safety to prevent needle ejection.
• Specimens and conditioning:
  • Sample in both warp and weft directions; five specimens per direction.
  • Specimen size: (50 ± 1) mm length × (20 ± 1) mm width.
  • Condition specimens ≥ 24 h in a standard atmosphere per EN ISO 2231.
• Procedure:
  • Measure thickness per EN ISO 2286‑3.
  • Insert needle 5 mm from edge at centre of narrow side; clamp and pull at constant rate until needle is torn out.
  • Record maximum force (Fmax) from force–displacement curve.
• Expression of results:
  • Stitch tear force: arithmetic mean of five Fmax values per direction, rounded to 0.5 N.
  • Stitch tear strength (optional): Fmax / thickness (N/mm).
• Test report: Must reference the method, sample ID, date, atmosphere, results, and any deviations.

Applications and Users

EN 16653:2015 is used by:

• Coated‑fabric manufacturers and converters for quality control of seams.
• Textile and materials testing laboratories for certification and comparative testing.
• Product designers and R&D teams evaluating seam performance in coated textiles (e.g., tarpaulins, inflatable products, protective covers).
• Procurement and compliance officers specifying performance requirements for coated textile goods.

Practical value: provides a repeatable, standardized way to assess seam robustness against needle‑tear failure, aiding product development, quality assurance, and conformity assessment.

Related Standards

Normative references in EN 16653:2015 include:

• EN ISO 2231 (conditioning and testing atmospheres)
• EN ISO 2286‑3 (thickness measurement)
• EN ISO 7500‑1 (verification of tensile machines)
• EN ISO 10012 (measurement management systems)

Keywords: EN 16653:2015, stitch tear resistance, stitch tear force, rubber or plastics‑coated fabrics, coated textiles, test method.

Standards Content (Sample)

2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Gumirane ali plastificirane tekstilije - Ugotavljanje sile šivov proti trganju (z iglo) - Preskusna metodaMit Kautschuk oder Kunststoff beschichtete Textilien - Bestimmung der Stich-Reißkraft (mit Nadel) - PrüfverfahrenSupports textiles revêtus de caoutchouc ou de plastique - Détermination de la résistance au déchirement au point de couture (à l'aide d'une aiguille) - Méthode d'essaiRubber or plastics-coated fabrics - Determination of stitch tear force (with needle) - Test method59.080.40WHNVWLOLMHCoated fabricsICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 16653:2015SIST EN 16653:2015en,fr,de01-maj-2015SIST EN 16653:2015SLOVENSKI
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EN 16653
March 2015 ICS 59.080.40 English Version
Rubber or plastics-coated fabrics - Determination of stitch tear resistance (using a needle) - Test method
Supports textiles revêtus de caoutchouc ou de plastique - Détermination de la résistance au déchirement au point de couture (à l'aide d'une aiguille) - Méthode d'essai
Mit Kautschuk oder Kunststoff beschichtete Textilien - Bestimmung des Stichausreißwiderstands (unter Verwendung einer Nadel) - Prüfverfahren This European Standard was approved by CEN on 7 February 2015.
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