EN 14847:2005

Aerosol containers - Tinplate containers - Dimensions of the 25,4 mm aperture

This European Standard specifies the following dimensions of tinplate metal aerosol cans with 25,4 mm aperture: contact height, outside diameter, inside diameter and shoulder height. It is intended to be used with EN 14848 for clinching with valve cups.

Aerosolverpackungen - Behälter aus Weißblech - Maße der 25,4 mm weiten Öffnung

Diese Europäische Norm legt folgende Maße von Aerosolbehältern aus Weißblech mit einer Öffnung von
25,4 mm fest: Kontakthöhe, Außendurchmesser, Innendurchmesser und Schulterhöhe. Diese Norm ist zu-
sammen mit EN 14848 für Clinchung mit Ventilträgern anzuwenden.

Récipients pour aérosols - Récipients en fer blanc - Dimensions des boîtiers avec ouverture de 25,4 mm

La présente norme européenne spécifie les dimensions suivantes des boîtiers métalliques pour aérosols en fer blanc caractérisés par une ouverture de 25,4 mm : la hauteur de contact, le diamètre extérieur, le diamètre intérieur et la hauteur d’épaule. Elle est destinée à être utilisée conjointement avec l’EN 14848 relatif au serrage à l’aide de coupelles de valves

Embalaža za aerosole – Posode iz bele pločevine – Mere za 25,4-milimetrsko odprtino

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 22-Nov-2005
• Withdrawal Date: 30-May-2006
• ICS: 55.130 - Aerosol containers
• Technical Committee: CEN/TC 261 - Packaging
• Drafting Committee: CEN/TC 261/SC 5/WG 22 - Metal packaging-wall thickness max 0,49 mm
• Current Stage: 9093 - Decision to confirm - Review Enquiry
• Start Date: 01-Feb-2023
• Completion Date: 14-Apr-2025
• Directive: 80/232/EEC - Ranges of nominal quantities and nominal capacities permitted for certain pre-packaged products
• Directive: 87/356/EEC - Ranges of nominal quantities and nominal capacities permitted for certain pre-packged products (Dir. 80/232/EEC amendment)
• Ref Project: SIST EN 14847:2006 - Aerosol containers - Tinplate containers - Dimensions of the 25,4 mm aperture

Overview

EN 14847:2005 is a European Standard developed by CEN that specifies the dimensional requirements for tinplate aerosol containers with a 25.4 mm (one inch) aperture. This standard is critical for ensuring the quality, compatibility, and closure efficiency of aerosol containers, which are widely used in packaging various consumer and industrial products. It defines key dimensions such as contact height, outside diameter, inside diameter, and shoulder height of tinplate metal aerosol cans, facilitating harmonized manufacturing and quality control practices across Europe.

Key Topics

• Dimensional Specifications
  EN 14847 outlines precise measurements for the 25.4 mm aperture to maintain consistency and interoperability of aerosol containers. Essential dimensions include:

  • Contact height: Mean value of 4.00 mm ± 0.15 mm, measured at three equidistant points around the aperture
  • Outside diameter: 31.2 mm ± 0.2 mm, ensuring maximum and minimum range tolerances
  • Inside diameter: 25.4 mm ± 0.1 mm, controlling the fit for valves and closure components
  • Shoulder height: Minimum values based on can diameter, important for valve cup attachment and sealing

• Measurement Methods
  The standard prescribes specific methods for measuring these dimensions, guaranteeing accuracy and repeatability. It recommends using commercially available gauges and measuring at multiple points around the aperture to calculate mean values and variation limits.

• Interrelation with Other Standards
  EN 14847 is designed to be used alongside EN 14848, which details the dimensions of valve cups compatible with 25.4 mm aperture metal aerosol containers. Compliance with both standards is critical for successful clinching and sealing operations.

Applications

• Aerosol Packaging Manufacturing
  Producers of tinplate aerosol containers rely on EN 14847 for design and quality control specifications. This reduces manufacturing defects and ensures seamless valve attachment and product integrity.

• Quality Control and Inspection
  Fillers and quality inspectors use the standard's measurement requirements as checkpoints for incoming aerosol cans. Accurate dimension verification helps prevent leakage and enhances closure reliability.

• Closure System Design
  Valve manufacturers and sealing system designers utilize EN 14847 to optimize clinch profiles and valve cup dimensions, minimizing manufacturing variation risks and improving the aerosol container’s performance.

• Cross-Border Trade
  The standard's harmonization of aerosol container dimensions supports smooth intra-European trade by eliminating technical barriers and fostering mutual recognition of product conformity.

Related Standards

• EN 14848: Metal Containers with 25.4 mm Aperture – Dimensions of Valve Cups
  Defines valve cup sizes and shapes ensuring compatibility with containers standardized under EN 14847.

• EN 14850: Measurement of Contact Height for Metal Containers with 25.4 mm Aperture
  Provides detailed methodology for contact height measurement, referenced in EN 14847.

• EN 14849, EN 14854: Aerosol Containers with Glass Components
  Covers dimensions for aerosol containers using glass, complementing metal container standards.

• prEN 15006 – prEN 15010: Related Metal and Aluminium Aerosol Container Dimensions
  These standards address dimensions for aluminium containers and additional aerosol packaging configurations, providing broader coverage within aerosol container manufacturing.

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Keywords: EN 14847, aerosol containers standard, tinplate aerosol cans, 25.4 mm aperture, container dimensions, contact height, outside diameter, inside diameter, shoulder height, aerosol packaging, closure efficiency, valve cup clinching, European standards, packaging quality control, metal aerosol containers.

Standards Content (Sample)

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-februar-2006
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Aerosol containers - Tinplate containers - Dimensions of the 25,4 mm aperture
Aerosolverpackungen - Behälter aus Weißblech - Maße der 25,4 mm weiten Öffnung
Récipients pour aérosols - Récipients en fer blanc - Dimensions des boîtiers avec
ouverture de 25,4 mm
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 14847:2005
ICS:
55.130 3ORþHYLQNH]DDHURVROH Aerosol containers
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN 14847
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
November 2005
ICS 55.130
English Version
Aerosol containers - Tinplate containers - Dimensions of the
25,4 mm aperture
Récipients pour aérosols - Récipients en fer blanc - Aerosolpackungen - Behälter aus Weißblech - Maße der
Dimensions des boîtiers avec ouverture de 25,4 mm (un 25,4 mm (ein Zoll) weiten Öffnung
pouce)
This European Standard was approved by CEN on 14 October 2005.
CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this European
Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such national
standards may be obtained on application to the Central Secretariat or to any CEN member.
This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translation
under the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the Central Secretariat has the same status as the official
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Contents
Foreword .3
Introduction.4
1 Scope .5
2 Normative references .5
3 Requirements for specifying and measuring.5
3.1 Dimensions of the 25,4 aperture.5
3.2 Contact height.6
3.3 Outside diameter.6
3.4 Inside diameter.6
3.5 Measurement of shoulder height.7
Bibliography.8

Foreword
This document (EN 14847:2005) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 261 “Packaging”, the
secretariat of which is held by AFNOR.
This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an identical text or
by endorsement, at the latest by May 2006, and conflicting national standards shall be withdrawn at the latest by
May 2006.
This draft European Standard is one of a series of thirteen related standards with the following titles:
EN 14847, Aerosol containers — Tinplate containers — Dimensions of the 25,4 mm aperture.
EN 14848, Aerosol containers — Metal containers with 25,4 mm aperture — Dimensions of valve cups.
EN 14849, Aerosol containers — Glass containers — Dimensions of aerosol valve ferrules.
EN 14850, Aerosol containers — Metal containers with 25,4 mm aperture — Measurement of contact height.
EN 14851, Aerosol containers — Aerosol foam flammability test.
EN 14852, Aerosol co
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