EN 198:2008

Sanitary appliances - Baths made from crosslinked cast acrylic sheets - Requirements and test methods

This European Standard specifies requirements for baths for domestic purposes made from crosslinked cast acrylic sheet conforming to EN 263 with the aim of ensuring that the product, when installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, will provide satisfactory performance in use.
This European Standard is applicable to all sizes and shapes of baths.

Sanitärausstattungsgegenstände - Badewannen hergestellt aus vernetzten gegossenen Acrylplatten - Anforderungen und Prüfverfahren

Diese Europäische Norm legt Anforderungen an Badewannen für den Hausgebrauch, hergestellt aus
vernetzten gegossenen Acrylplatten nach EN 263, fest, um sicherzustellen, dass das nach den
Einbauanweisungen des Herstellers eingebaute Produkt eine zufrieden stellende Gebrauchstauglichkeit
aufweist.
Diese Europäische Norm ist auf alle Größen und Formen von Badewannen anwendbar.

Appareils sanitaires - Baignoires en feuilles d'acrylique réticulées coulées - Exigences et méthodes d'essai

La présente Norme européenne spécifie les prescriptions relatives aux baignoires à usage domestique fabriquées à partir de feuilles d’acrylique réticulées coulées conformes à l’EN 263, afin de garantir que le produit installé conformément aux instructions du fabricant donne des performances satisfaisantes à l’usage.
La présente norme est applicable à toutes les dimensions et formes de baignoires.

Sanitarna oprema - Kopalne kadi iz litih akrilnih plošč - Zahteve in preskusne metode

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 05-Aug-2008
• Withdrawal Date: 27-Feb-2009
• ICS: 91.140.70 - Sanitary installations
• Technical Committee: CEN/TC 163 - Sanitary appliances
• Drafting Committee: CEN/TC 163/WG 4 - Baths (W/Pools) - Shower trays (Performance testing)
• Current Stage: 9060 - Closure of 2 Year Review Enquiry - Review Enquiry
• Start Date: 02-Dec-2024
• Completion Date: 02-Dec-2024
• Ref Project: SIST EN 198:2009 - Sanitary appliances - Baths made from crosslinked cast acrylic sheet - Requirements and test methods

Relations

• Replaces: EN 198:1987 - Specification for finished baths for domestic purposes made of acrylic material
• Effective Date: 22-Dec-2008

Overview

EN 198:2008 - "Sanitary appliances - Baths made from crosslinked cast acrylic sheets - Requirements and test methods" (CEN) specifies performance, construction and testing requirements for domestic baths manufactured from crosslinked cast acrylic sheet (material conformity per EN 263). The standard applies to all sizes and shapes of baths and aims to ensure satisfactory in‑use performance when installed following the manufacturer’s instructions.

Key purposes:

• Define material, dimensional and surface quality requirements
• Set pass/fail criteria for geometric accuracy, rigidity, impact and temperature resistance
• Provide reproducible test methods (Annex A) for conformity assessment

Key Topics and Requirements

• Material: Baths must be made from crosslinked cast acrylic sheet in accordance with EN 263.
• Surface appearance: No cracks, chips or surface defects under strong oblique inspection that impair appearance or performance.
• Dimensional tolerances: Overall dimensions shall not deviate from the manufacturer’s stated size by more than ±5 mm.
• Geometric deviations: Squaring, straightness and flatness limits are specified (typical maximums ≤ 5 mm for deviations when tested via Annex A procedures).
• Drain and overflow: Waste outlet and overflow holes must comply with EN 232 connecting dimensions or the manufacturer must specify compatible fittings.
• Tapware & handgrips: Provision and fitment areas for bath-mounted tapware must follow EN 232 or manufacturer guidance; handgrips must pass dedicated tests (Annex A.6) and show no permanent deformation.
• Performance tests (Annex A):
  • Geometric tests (A.2)
  • Resistance to temperature changes (A.3) - deflection limits (example: ≤ 4 mm allowed)
  • Impact resistance (A.4)
  • Rigidity/deflection under load (A.5) with specified maximum deflections and residuals depending on installation method
• Installation & documentation: Manufacturer must provide installation and care instructions; edges exposed after installation must be free from sharpness.

Applications and Who Uses This Standard

EN 198:2008 is intended for:

• Bath manufacturers - to design, produce and certify acrylic baths to recognised EU technical requirements
• Test laboratories - to apply standardized test methods (Annex A) for conformity assessment
• Product certifiers and compliance bodies - for inspection and market surveillance
• Architects, specifiers and procurement teams - to reference reliable performance criteria in project specifications
• Installers and retailers - to verify compatibility with fittings (waste, overflow, tapware) and follow manufacturer instructions

Related Standards

• EN 263 - Crosslinked cast acrylic sheets for baths and shower trays (material requirements)
• EN 232 - Baths - Connecting dimensions (waste, overflow and tapware interfaces)
• EN 14516 - Baths for domestic purposes (related product standard supporting CPR/CE marking)

Keywords: EN 198:2008, crosslinked cast acrylic, baths standard, sanitary appliances, test methods, geometric deviations, resistance to impact, EN 263, EN 232.

Standards Content (Sample)

2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.PHWRGHSanitärausstattungsgegenstände - Badewannen hergestellt aus vernetzten gegossenen Acrylplatten - Anforderungen und PrüfverfahrenAppareils sanitaires - Baignoires en feuilles d'acrylique réticulées coulées - Exigences et méthodes d'essaiSanitary appliances - Baths made from crosslinked cast acrylic sheet - Requirements and test methods91.140.70Sanitarne napraveSanitary installationsICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 198:2008SIST EN 198:2009en,fr,de01-januar-2009SIST EN 198:2009SLOVENSKI
STANDARDSIST EN 198:19981DGRPHãþD

EUROPEAN STANDARDNORME EUROPÉENNEEUROPÄISCHE NORMEN 198August 2008ICS 91.140.70Supersedes EN 198:1987
English VersionSanitary appliances - Baths made from crosslinked cast acrylicsheets - Requirements and test methodsAppareils sanitaires - Baignoires en feuilles d'acryliqueréticulées coulées - Exigences et méthodes d'essaiSanitärausstattungsgegenstände - Badewannen hergestelltaus vernetzten gegossenen Acrylplatten - Anforderungenund PrüfverfahrenThis European Standard was approved by CEN on 4 July 2008.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 CEN 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 CEN Management Centre has the same status as theofficial versions.CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland,France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal,Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATIONCOMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATIONEUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNGManagement Centre: rue de Stassart, 36
B-1050 Brussels© 2008 CENAll rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reservedworldwide for CEN national Members.Ref. No. EN 198:2008: ESIST EN 198:2009

Bath test methods.9 A.1 Sequence of tests.9 A.2 Geometric deviations.9 A.2.1 Test apparatus.9 A.2.2 Squaring.9 A.2.3 Straightness of the rim side.10 A.2.4 Straightness of the bottom edge of the rim.11 A.2.5 Flatness of the top surface of the rim.12 A.3 Resistance to temperature change.13 A.3.1 Test apparatus.13 A.3.2 Procedure.13 A.4 Resistance to impact.14 A.4.1 Test apparatus.14 A.4.2 Procedure.14 A.5 Determination of rigidity.15 A.5.1 General.15 A.5.2 Test apparatus.15 A.5.3 Installation methods.17 A.5.4 Preloading.18 A.5.5 Deflection test 1 – Deflection of the rim and the bottom due to a load on the bottom.18 A.5.6 Deflection test 2 – Deflection of the bottom and rim due to a load on the bottom.20 A.5.7 Deflection test 3 – Deflection of the rim due to a load on the long side of the rim.21 A.5.8 Deflection test 4 – Deflection of the rim due to a load on the end of the bath.22 SIST EN 198:2009

Identification of technical change from EN 198:1987.24 B.1 General.24 B.2 Clauses that were in EN 198:1987 but are not in the revised EN 198.24 B.2.1 Clause 2, General, EN 198:1987.24 B.2.2 Clause 3, Permitted deviations, EN 198:1987.24 B.3 List of Clauses with significant technical change from EN 198:1987.24 B.3.1 General comment.24 B.3.2 Scope.24 B.3.3 Clause 2, Normative references.24 B.3.4 Clause 3, Terms and definitions.24 B.3.5 Clause 4, Requirements.24 B.3.6 Annex A.25
Waste outlet hole The bath shall have at least one outlet hole. The dimensions of the waste outlet hole and the clearance around the waste outlet hole shall either be in accordance with the requirements of EN 232 or the manufacturer shall supply or recommend a suitable waste outlet fitting. SIST EN 198:2009

Geometric deviations 4.10.1 General The straight sides or edges of the bath that might abut independent surroundings or supporting structures shall comply with the requirements of 4.10.2 to 4.10.4 and all baths shall comply with 4.10.5. These requirements are not applicable to sides or edges that are purposely designed as curves or slopes. 4.10.2 Squaring When tested in accordance with A.2.2, the deviation from square, ûq, shall be less than or equal to 5 mm. 4.10.3 Straightness of the rim sides When tested in accordance with A.2.3, the deviation from straightness of the rim sides, ûs, shall be less than or equal to 5 mm. 4.10.4 Straightness of the bottom edge of the rim When tested in accordance with A.2.4, the total deviation from straightness of the bottom edge of the rim, ûr, shall be less than or equal to 5 mm. SIST EN 198:2009

Flatness of the top surface of the rim When tested in accordance with A.2.5, the deviation from flatness of the top surface of the rim, c, shall be less than or equal to 5 mm. 4.11 Bottom of the bath When the bath is installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and the waste outlet hole is open, all water shall empty from the bath unless prevented by surface tension. 4.12 Resistance to temperature changes When tested in accordance with A.3, baths shall show no evidence of distortion or other defects that impair the appearance or functioning of the bath and any deflection shall be less than or equal to 4 mm. 4.13 Resistance to impact When tested in accordance with A.4, the bottom and the rim of the bath shall show no evidence of distortion or other defects that impair the appearance or functioning of the bath. 4.14 Permitted deflections When tested in accordance with A.5, the deflections shall be less than or equal to the values given in Table 1. Table 1 - Permitted deflections Maximum deflectionsa under load and permitted residual deflections for installation methodsb (mm)
Test method a) b) c) d) e) A.5.5 ≤ 1 on the four free rims ≤ 2 on the bottom ≤ 1 on the three free rims ≤ 0,5 on the fixed rim ≤ 2 on the bottom ≤ 1 on the two free rims ≤ 0,5 on the two fixed rims ≤ 2 on the bottom ≤ 1 on the free rim ≤ 0,5 on the three fixed rims ≤ 2 on the bottom ≤ 0,5 on all rims ≤ 2 on the bottom A.5.6 ≤ 2 on the four free rims ≤ 3 on the bottom ≤ 2 on the three free rims ≤ 0,5 on the fixed rim ≤ 3 on the bottom ≤ 2 on the two free rims ≤ 0,5 on the two fixed rims ≤ 3 on the bottom ≤ 2 on the free rim ≤ 0,5 on the three fixed rims ≤ 3 on the bottom ≤ 0,5 on all rims ≤ 3 on the bottom A.5.7 ≤ 4 on the rim ≤ 0,3 residual ≤ 4 on the rim ≤ 0,3 residual ≤ 4 on the rim ≤ 0,3 residual ≤ 4 on the rim ≤ 0,3 residual Not applicab
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