SIST EN 695:2005
(Main)Kitchen sinks - Connecting dimensions
Kitchen sinks - Connecting dimensions
This European Standard specifies the connecting dimensions for kitchen sinks for domestic purposes, regardless of the material used for their manufacture.
NOTE 1 For the purposes of this standard the term "domestic purposes" includes use in hotels, accommodation for students, hospitals and similar buildings, except when special medical provisions are required.
NOTE 2 The figures are given by way of example; other designs are possible.
This European Standard does not apply to industrial kitchen sinks.
Küchenspülen - Anschlussmaße
La présente Norme européenne spécifie les cotes de raccordement pour éviers de cuisine à usage
domestique, quel que soit le matériau utilisé pour leur fabrication.
NOTE 1 Pour les besoins de la présente norme, le terme «à usage domestique» inclut l’utilisation dans des hôtels, des
lieux d’hébergement pour étudiants, des hôpitaux et des bâtiments analogues, sauf lorsque des dispositions médicales
particulières sont requises.
NOTE 2 Les figures ne sont données qu’à titre d’exemple; d’autres formes sont possibles.
La présente Norme européenne ne s’applique pas aux éviers de cuisines industrielles.
Eviers de cuisine - Cotes de raccordement
La présente Norme européenne spécifie les cotes de raccordement pour éviers de cuisine à usage domestique, quel que soit le matériau utilisé pour leur fabrication.
NOTE 1 Pour les besoins de la présente norme, le terme "à usage domestique" inclut l'utilisation dans des hôtels, des lieux d'hébergement pour étudiants, des hôpitaux et des bâtiments analogues, sauf lorsque des dispositions médicales particulières sont requises.
NOTE 2 Les figures ne sont données qu'à titre d'exemple; d'autres formes sont possibles.
La présente Norme européenne ne s'applique pas aux éviers de cuisines industrielles.
Kuhinjsko pomivalno korito – Priključne mere
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 30-Nov-2005
- Technical Committee
- IOVO - Water supply and waste water engineering
- Current Stage
- 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 01-Dec-2005
- Due Date
- 01-Dec-2005
- Completion Date
- 01-Dec-2005
Relations
- Effective Date
- 01-Dec-2005
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
Overview
SIST EN 695:2005 is a European standard specifying the connecting dimensions for kitchen sinks intended for domestic use. Developed by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST), this standard ensures compatibility and interchangeability for kitchen sinks, regardless of the materials used in their manufacture. The standard covers sinks installed in private homes, as well as those in hotels, student accommodation, hospitals, and similar buildings, unless specialized medical installations are required. Notably, SIST EN 695:2005 does not apply to industrial kitchen sinks.
By harmonizing connecting dimensions, this standard helps manufacturers, installers, and building designers achieve efficient installation, maintenance, and replacement of kitchen sinks across various settings.
Key Topics
SIST EN 695:2005 addresses several critical aspects of kitchen sink installation:
- Waste Outlet Holes: Specifies the sizes and clearances necessary for waste outlet holes, accommodating different materials such as stainless steel, ceramics, enamelled steel, and plastics.
- Fitting Areas for Tap Holes: Defines the dimensions for fitting single tap holes and two-hole mixer taps, ensuring adequate space for tap installation and accessibility for maintenance.
- Overflow Holes: Outlines the requirements for overflow hole positioning, shapes (rectangular and round), and clearances to facilitate effective overflow management and avoid flooding.
- Compatibility: Ensures connecting dimensions are standardized for all domestic kitchen sinks, making it easier to source compatible fittings and accessories.
- Design Versatility: While providing standard dimensions, the document allows for design flexibility, stating that other figures and configurations are possible as long as the dimensional requirements are met.
Applications
Implementing SIST EN 695:2005 provides practical value across the supply chain:
- Manufacturers: Can produce kitchen sinks to standardized dimensions, ensuring their products are compatible with commonly available fittings and fixtures in the European market.
- Plumbers and Installers: Benefit from predictable, uniform connection points, reducing time and error during installation and minimizing the risk of leaks or other complications.
- Architects and Building Designers: Gain the flexibility to specify kitchen sinks in diverse environments, confident that standardized connecting dimensions will meet common plumbing requirements.
- Facility Managers: In hotels, hospitals, or residential complexes, standardized sinks simplify maintenance and part replacement, supporting efficient operations and cost control.
- Homeowners: Enjoy greater flexibility and assurance when replacing or upgrading kitchen sinks, as standardized dimensions facilitate finding compatible units and parts.
Related Standards
For comprehensive kitchen sink specification and installation, the following related standards are referenced within SIST EN 695:2005:
- EN 13310:Kitchen sinks - Functional requirements and test methods. This standard sets out the performance and testing criteria for kitchen sinks, supporting durability and usability.
- EN 274-1:Waste fittings for sanitary appliances - Part 1: Requirements. Details requirements for waste fittings, ensuring reliable water and waste management in sanitary installations.
Together with SIST EN 695:2005, these standards help harmonize kitchen sink products and installations across Europe, supporting quality assurance and consistency in domestic sanitary fixtures.
For further information or to obtain the official text of SIST EN 695:2005, contact your national standards body or visit the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST) website. Adhering to this standard promotes best practices, safety, and interoperability in kitchen installations throughout domestic and similar non-industrial environments.
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Frequently Asked Questions
SIST EN 695:2005 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Kitchen sinks - Connecting dimensions". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies the connecting dimensions for kitchen sinks for domestic purposes, regardless of the material used for their manufacture. NOTE 1 For the purposes of this standard the term "domestic purposes" includes use in hotels, accommodation for students, hospitals and similar buildings, except when special medical provisions are required. NOTE 2 The figures are given by way of example; other designs are possible. This European Standard does not apply to industrial kitchen sinks.
This European Standard specifies the connecting dimensions for kitchen sinks for domestic purposes, regardless of the material used for their manufacture. NOTE 1 For the purposes of this standard the term "domestic purposes" includes use in hotels, accommodation for students, hospitals and similar buildings, except when special medical provisions are required. NOTE 2 The figures are given by way of example; other designs are possible. This European Standard does not apply to industrial kitchen sinks.
SIST EN 695:2005 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 91.140.70 - Sanitary installations. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
SIST EN 695:2005 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST EN 695:1998, SIST EN 13310:2003, SIST EN 15091:2007, SIST EN 14296:2015, SIST EN 15091:2014, SIST EN 14296:2005, SIST EN 13310:2015+A1:2018, SIST EN 1287:2000, SIST EN 14296:2015+A1:2018, SIST EN 1111:1998, SIST EN 1286:2000, SIST EN 13310:2015, SIST EN 15091:2024. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
SIST EN 695:2005 is available in PDF format for immediate download after purchase. The document can be added to your cart and obtained through the secure checkout process. Digital delivery ensures instant access to the complete standard document.
Standards Content (Sample)
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Kitchen sinks - Connecting dimensions
Küchenspülen - Anschlussmaße
Eviers de cuisine - Cotes de raccordement
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 695:2005
ICS:
91.140.70 Sanitarne naprave Sanitary installations
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN 695
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
August 2005
ICS 91.140.70; 97.040.99 Supersedes EN 695:1997
English Version
Kitchen sinks - Connecting dimensions
Eviers de cuisine - Cotes de raccordement Küchenspülen - Anschlussmaße
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Contents
Foreword .3
1 Scope .4
2 Normative references .4
3 Terms and definitions.4
4 Waste outlet holes .4
5 Fitting area for tap holes .7
6 Overflow holes .9
Bibliography.12
Foreword
This European Standard (EN 695:2005) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 163 “Sanitary
appliances”, the secretariat of which is held by UNI.
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 February 2006, and conflicting national standards shall be withdrawn at the latest
by February 2006.
This document supersedes EN 695:1997.
According to the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of the following
countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark,
Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta,
Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.
1 Scope
This European Standard specifies connecting dimensions for kitchen sinks used for domestic purposes, regardless
of the material from which they are manufactured.
NOTE 1 For the purposes of this standard the term "domestic purposes" includes use in hotels, accommodation for students,
hospitals and similar buildings, except when special medical provisions are required.
NOTE 2 The figures are given by way of example; other designs are possible.
This European Standard does not apply to industrial kitchen sinks.
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.
EN 13310:2003, Kitchen sinks – Functional requirements and test methods
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this European Standard, the terms and definitions given in EN 13310:2003 and the following
apply.
3.1
integral overflow
overflow arrangement which is a part of the kitchen sink formed during its manufacture
4 Waste outlet holes
The connecting dimensions for w
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