SIST ISO 7796:1995

Skis -- Geometry -- Measuring conditions

Specifies the conditions for measuring the geometrical characteristics of alpine and cross-country skis (sampling and conditioning, tolerances) and the details of the test report.

Skis -- Géométrie -- Conditions de mesurage

La présente Norme internationale spécifie les conditions de mesurage des caractéristiques géométriques des skis (skis alpin et skis de fond), qui sont définies dans l'ISO 6289.

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General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 30-Nov-1995
• ICS: 97.220.20 - Winter sports equipment
• Technical Committee: SPO - Sports
• Current Stage: 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 01-Dec-1995
• Due Date: 01-Dec-1995
• Completion Date: 01-Dec-1995
• Ref Project: ISO 7796:1985 - Skis - Geometry - Measuring conditions

Relations

• Revised: ISO 5901:1980 - Alpine skis - Geometry - Terms, definitions and measuring conditions
• Effective Date: 12-May-2008

Overview

SIST ISO 7796:1995 is an international standard developed by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), specifically by Technical Committee ISO/TC 83, which focuses on sports and recreational equipment. This standard establishes clear and precise measuring conditions for the geometrical characteristics of alpine and cross-country skis. By specifying the sampling, conditioning, tolerance limits, and test report requirements, SIST ISO 7796:1995 ensures consistent and reliable ski dimension measurements across the industry, supporting manufacturers, testers, and regulatory bodies.

Key Topics

• Scope and Application
  ISO 7796 applies to the geometric measurement of skis without any fittings or ancillary parts. It covers both alpine skis and cross-country skis, with dimensional units specified in millimeters.

• Measurement Conditions
  Measurements must be performed on finished skis conditioned for at least two hours in a standard atmosphere (23°C / 50% relative humidity) as per ISO 554. This conditioning standardizes environmental factors affecting ski material properties.

• Dimension Tolerances
  The standard defines tolerance limits for key ski dimensions including:

  • Length: Alpine skis ±30 mm, cross-country skis ±10 mm
  • Width: ±1.5 mm for both ski types
  • Thickness: ±0.5 mm
  • Height and bottom camber with specified tolerances to ensure dimensional accuracy

• Sampling and Conditioning
  Skis measured must be free of bindings or additional parts, representing the finished product. Conditioning prepares the skis for consistent measurement outcomes.

• Test Report Requirements
  The test report generated must detail:

  • Reference to SIST ISO 7796:1995
  • Complete ski identification (brand, model, size, manufacturer registration)
  • Any deviations from the standard along with reasons for such deviations

Applications

SIST ISO 7796:1995 is essential for:

• Ski Manufacturers: Enables standardized dimensional verification to ensure product quality and conformity to industry norms.
• Quality Assurance & Testing Laboratories: Provides a clear protocol for measuring ski geometry, facilitating consistent and comparable results.
• Regulatory Compliance: Supports adherence to safety and dimension standards in international markets.
• Retail and Consumer Confidence: Accurate geometry measurement helps maintain performance specifications, thereby enhancing consumer trust.
• Research and Development: Useful in designing new skis and comparing prototypes under regulated measurement conditions.

Related Standards

• ISO 6289: Skis – Terms and Definitions
  Defines geometrical ski characteristics referenced in ISO 7796.

• ISO 554: Standard Atmospheres for Conditioning and/or Testing
  Establishes the environmental conditions (temperature and humidity) for preparing skis prior to measurement.

By aligning measurement practices with SIST ISO 7796:1995, stakeholders in the ski industry can ensure dimension consistency, product reliability, and international standard compliance, fostering greater innovation and consumer safety in ski manufacturing and testing.

Standards Content (Sample)

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-december-1995
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Skis -- Geometry -- Measuring conditions
Skis -- Géométrie -- Conditions de mesurage
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: ISO 7796:1985
ICS:
97.220.20 Oprema za zimske športe Winter sports equipment
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

International Standard
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Skis - Geometry - Measuring conditions
Gt+ome trie - Conditions de mesurage
Skis -
First edition - 1985-09-15
Ref. No. ISO 77964985 (E)
UDC 685.363.2 : 531.71
Descriptors : Sports equipment, Skis, dimensional measurements, dimensionsl tolerantes.
Price based on 1 page
Foreword
ISO (the International Organization for Standardization) is a worldwide federation of
national Standards bodies (ISO member bodies). The work of preparing International
Standards is normally carried out through ISO technical committees. Esch member
body interested in a subject for which a technical committee has been established has
the right to be represented on that ctimmittee. International organizations, govern-
mental and non-governmental, in liaison with ISO, also take part in the work.
Draft International Standards adopted by the technical committees are circulated to
the member bodies for approval before their acceptance as International Standards by
the ISO Council. They are approved in accordance with ISO procedures requiring at
least
...

International Standard
INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR STANDARDIZATION.ME~YHAP0~HAf-l OPTAHM3AUMR fl0 CTAH~APTI43A~tWl~RGANISATION INTERNATIONALE DE NORMALISATION
Skis - Geometry - Measuring conditions
Gt+ome trie - Conditions de mesurage
Skis -
First edition - 1985-09-15
Ref. No. ISO 77964985 (E)
UDC 685.363.2 : 531.71
Descriptors : Sports equipment, Skis, dimensional measurements, dimensionsl tolerantes.
Price based on 1 page
Foreword
ISO (the International Organization for Standardization) is a worldwide federation of
national Standards bodies (ISO member bodies). The work of preparing International
Standards is normally carried out through ISO technical committees. Esch member
body interested in a subject for which a technical committee has been established has
the right to be represented on that ctimmittee. International organizations, govern-
mental and non-governmental, in liaison with ISO, also take part in the work.
Draft International Standards adopted by the technical committees are circulated to
the member bodies for approval before their acceptance as International Standards by
the ISO Council. They are approved in accordance with ISO procedures requiring at
least 75 % approval by the member bodies voting.
International Standard ISO 7796 was prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 83,
Sports and recrea tional equipmen t.
0 International Organkation for Standardkation, 1985 0
Printed in Switzerland
ISO 77964985 (E)
INTERNATIONAL STA
...

Norme internationale
INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZ.ATION FOR STANDARDIZATION.ME)I(~YHAPO~HAR OPrAHM3ALWlR Il0 CTAH~APTbl3AWWl.ORGANISATlON INTERNATIONALE DE NORMALISATION
Skis - Géométrie - Conditions de mesurage
Skis - Measuring conditions
Geometry -
Première édition - 1985-09-15
CDU 685.363.2 : 531.71 Réf. no : ISO 77964985 (FI
Descripteurs : matériel de sport, ski, mesurage de dimension, tolérance de dimension.
Prix basé sur 1 page
Avant-propos
L’ISO (Organisation internationale de normalisation) est une fédération mondiale
d’organismes nationaux de normalisation (comités membres de I’ISO). L’élaboration
des Normes internationales est confiée aux comités techniques de I’ISO. Chaque
comité membre intéressé par une étude a le droit de faire partie du comité technique
créé à cet effet. Les organisations internationales, gouvernementales et non gouverne-
mentales, en liaison avec I’ISO, participent également aux travaux.
Les projets de Normes internationales adoptés par les comités techniques sont soumis
aux comités membres pour approbation, avant leur acceptation comme Normes inter-
nationales par le Conseil de I’ISO. Les Normes internationales sont approuvées confor-
mément aux procédures de I’ISO qui requièrent l’approbation de 75 % au moins des
comités membres votants.
La Norme internationale ISO 7796 a été élaborée par le comité technique ISO/TC 83,
Matériel de sport et d’activités de plein air.
0 Organisation internationale de normalisation, 1985
Imprimé en Suisse
...

Norme internationale
INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZ.ATION FOR STANDARDIZATION.ME)I(~YHAPO~HAR OPrAHM3ALWlR Il0 CTAH~APTbl3AWWl.ORGANISATlON INTERNATIONALE DE NORMALISATION
Skis - Géométrie - Conditions de mesurage
Skis - Measuring conditions
Geometry -
Première édition - 1985-09-15
CDU 685.363.2 : 531.71 Réf. no : ISO 77964985 (FI
Descripteurs : matériel de sport, ski, mesurage de dimension, tolérance de dimension.
Prix basé sur 1 page
Avant-propos
L’ISO (Organisation internationale de normalisation) est une fédération mondiale
d’organismes nationaux de normalisation (comités membres de I’ISO). L’élaboration
des Normes internationales est confiée aux comités techniques de I’ISO. Chaque
comité membre intéressé par une étude a le droit de faire partie du comité technique
créé à cet effet. Les organisations internationales, gouvernementales et non gouverne-
mentales, en liaison avec I’ISO, participent également aux travaux.
Les projets de Normes internationales adoptés par les comités techniques sont soumis
aux comités membres pour approbation, avant leur acceptation comme Normes inter-
nationales par le Conseil de I’ISO. Les Normes internationales sont approuvées confor-
mément aux procédures de I’ISO qui requièrent l’approbation de 75 % au moins des
comités membres votants.
La Norme internationale ISO 7796 a été élaborée par le comité technique ISO/TC 83,
Matériel de sport et d’activités de plein air.
0 Organisation internationale de normalisation, 1985
Imprimé en Suisse
...