oSIST prEN ISO 17699:2008

Footwear - Test methods for uppers and lining - Water vapour permeability and absorption (ISO/DIS 17699:2008)

2010-07-09 EMA: ISO/CS confirmed that no text has been received, WI deleted following the 3-year timeframe exercise.

Schuhe - Prüfverfahren für Obermaterialien und Futter - Wasserdampfdurchlässigkeit und Wasserdampfaufnahme (ISO/DIS 17699:2008)

Diese Norm legt zwei Prüfverfahren zur werkstoffunabhängigen Beurteilung der Wasserdampfdurchlässigkeit bzw. der Wasserdampfaufnahme von Obermaterialien oder vollständigem Schuhoberteil (Schaft) fest, um die Eignung für die Endanwendung zu beurteilen.

Chaussures - Méthodes d'essai des tiges et des doublures - Perméabilité à la vapeur d'eau et absorption de la vapeur d'eau (ISO/DIS 17699:2008)

Obutev - Preskusne metode za podloge in vložke - Odpornost proti vodni pari in vpijanju (ISO/DIS 17699:2008)

General Information

• Status: Not Published
• Public Enquiry End Date: 30-Jun-2008
• ICS: 61.060 - Footwear
• Technical Committee: I13 - Imaginarni 13
• Current Stage: 98 - Abandoned project (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 15-Jan-2020
• Due Date: 20-Jan-2020
• Completion Date: 15-Jan-2020
• Ref Project: prEN ISO 17699 - Footwear - Test methods for uppers and lining - Water vapour permeability and absorption (ISO/DIS 17699:2008)

Relations

• Revised: SIST EN 13515:2004 - Footwear - Test methods for uppers and lining - Water vapour permeability and absorption
• Effective Date: 18-Jan-2023
• Revised: SIST EN 13515:2004 - Footwear - Test methods for uppers and lining - Water vapour permeability and absorption
• Effective Date: 01-Jun-2008

Overview

oSIST prEN ISO 17699:2008 defines internationally recognized test methods for measuring the water vapour permeability and absorption of footwear uppers and linings. Developed by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN) and the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), this standard ensures consistent assessment of upper and lining materials, regardless of their composition. The document supersedes EN 13515:2001 and is crucial for determining the suitability of footwear materials for comfort and moisture management.

Key Topics

• Water Vapour Permeability: This test method quantifies the amount of water vapour transmitted through footwear materials, evaluated as the mass of water passing per unit area per hour.
• Water Vapour Absorption: This method measures the amount of water vapour absorbed by the material over a specific time, providing insight into the material's moisture retention properties.
• Test Specimen Preparation: Guidelines for cutting and conditioning test specimens to ensure reproducibility and accuracy.
• Test Procedures: Detailed apparatus requirements and step-by-step methods for conducting the tests under controlled laboratory conditions.
• Result Expression & Reporting: Defines how to calculate and report water vapour permeability and absorption, including necessary details for a comprehensive test report.

Applications

Understanding the water vapour permeability and absorption of footwear materials is vital for manufacturers, designers, and quality control specialists in the footwear industry. The practical applications include:

• Material Selection: Helping manufacturers choose suitable materials for footwear uppers and linings based on their breathability and moisture handling properties.
• Product Development: Supporting designers in developing comfortable, high-performance footwear that meets end-user requirements, especially for sports, outdoor, and specialty shoes.
• Quality Assurance: Enabling standardized testing to compare different materials or finished products, ensuring regulatory and customer specifications are met.
• Consumer Safety and Comfort: Enhancing overall foot health and comfort by using materials that effectively manage perspiration and humidity inside the shoe.
• Compliance: Meeting both national and international regulations for footwear sold in various markets.

Related Standards

• ISO 18454: Standard atmospheres for conditioning and testing footwear and footwear components - specifies environmental conditions for accurate and comparable test results.
• ISO 3696: Specifications and test methods for water used in analytical laboratories - referenced for water quality in absorption tests.
• ISO 17694: Test methods for uppers and lining - flex resistance, often used alongside permeability and absorption tests for comprehensive material assessment.

Practical Value

Adopting oSIST prEN ISO 17699:2008 provides a foundation for the objective evaluation of footwear materials, directly influencing product quality and user satisfaction. It facilitates:

• Standardized comparison of products across different brands and markets
• Enhanced understanding of material properties under varied environmental conditions
• Evidence-based improvement in footwear design for breathability and moisture control
• Assurance to consumers regarding comfort and product claims related to moisture management

The standard is essential for professionals involved in the research, development, and quality control of footwear, offering a robust framework for testing and improving materials used in uppers and linings.

Standards Content (Sample)

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-junij-2008
Obutev - Preskusne metode za podloge in vložke - Odpornost proti vodni pari in
vpijanju (ISO/DIS 17699:2008)
Footwear - Test methods for uppers and lining - Water vapour permeability and
absorption (ISO/DIS 17699:2008)
Chaussures - Méthodes d'essai des tiges et des doublures - Perméabilité à la vapeur
d'eau et absorption de la vapeur d'eau (ISO/DIS 17699:2008)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: prEN ISO 17699
ICS:
61.060 Obuvala Footwear
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

EUROPEAN STANDARD
DRAFT
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
April 2008
ICS 61.060 Will supersede EN 13515:2001
English Version
Footwear - Test methods for uppers and lining - Water vapour
permeability and absorption (ISO/DIS 17699:2008)
Chaussures - Méthodes d'essai des tiges et des doublures
- Perméabilité à la vapeur d'eau et absorption de la vapeur
d'eau (ISO/DIS 17699:2008)
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Contents Page
Foreword.3

Foreword
This document (prEN ISO 17699:2008) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 309 “Footwear”,
the secretariat of which is held by AENOR, in collaboration with Technical Committee ISO/TC 216 "Footwear".
This document is currently submitted to the parallel Enquiry.
This document will supersede EN 13515:2001.
DRAFT INTERNATIONAL STANDARD ISO/DIS 17699
ISO/TC 216 Secretariat: AENOR
Voting begins on: Voting terminates on:
2008-04-03 2008-09-03
INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR STANDARDIZATION • МЕЖДУНАРОДНАЯ ОРГАНИЗАЦИЯ ПО СТАНДАРТИЗАЦИИ • ORGANISATION INTERNATIONALE DE NORMALISATION
Footwear — Test methods for uppers and lining — Water vapour
permeability and absorption
Chaussures — Méthodes d'essai des tiges et des doublures — Perméabilité à la vapeur d'eau et absorption de
la vapeur d'eau
[Revision of first edition (ISO 17699:2003)]
ICS 61.060
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ISO/DIS 17699
Contents Page
Foreword .iv
1 Scope.1
2 Normative references.1
3 Terms and definitions .1
4 Apparatus and material.2
4.1 Water vapour permeability test method.2
4.2 Water vapour absorption test method (see Figure 4).3
5 Sampling and conditioning.5
5.1 Water vapour permeability test method.5
5.2 Water vapour absorption test method.6
6 Test method.6
6.1 Water vapour permeability test method.6
6.1.1 Principle.6
6.1.2 Procedure.6
6.2 Water vapour absorption test method.7
6.2.1 Principle.7
6.2.2 Procedure.7
7 Expression of results.8
7.1 Water vapour permeability test method.8
7.2 Water vapour absorption test method.8
8 Test report.9
8.1 Water vapour permeability test method.9
8.2 Water vapour absorption test method.9

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DRAFT INTERNATIONAL STANDARD ISO/DIS 17699

Footwear — Test methods for uppers and lining — Water vapour
permeability and absorption
1 Scope
This standard specifies two test methods for assessing, respectively, the water vapour permeability and the
water vapour absorption of uppers or complete upper assembly irrespective of the material, in order to assess
the suitability for the end use.
2 Normative references
The following referenced documents are indispensable for the application of this document. For dated
references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced
document (including any amendments) applies.
ISO 18454 Footwear - Standard atmospheres for conditioning and testing of footwear and components for
footwear.
ISO 3696, Water for analytical laboratory use - Specification and test methods (ISO 3696:1987).
ISO 17694, Footwear - Test methods for uppers and lining - Flex resistance.
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this European Standard, the following terms and definitions apply.
3.1
water vapour permeability
amount of water vapour a material will transmit through its structure expressed as mass of water transmitted
per area of material per hour
3.2
water vapour absorption
amount of water vapour a material will absorb in a specified time expressed as mass of water per area of
material
3.3
upper
material forming the outer face of the footwear which is attached to the sole assembly and covers the upper
dorsal surface of the foot. In case of boots, this also includes the outer face of the material covering the leg.
Only the materials that are visible are included, no account should be taken of underlying materials
3.4
complete upper assembly
finished upper, fully seamed, joined or laminated as appropiate, comprising the centre material and any
lining(s) together with all components such as interlinings, adhesives, membranes, foams or rein
...