SIST EN 16263-2:2015
(Main)Pyrotechnic articles - Other pyrotechnic articles - Part 2: Requirements
Pyrotechnic articles - Other pyrotechnic articles - Part 2: Requirements
This European Standard specifies requirements for the construction and performances of other pyrotechnic articles, except pyrotechnic articles for vehicles, ignition devices and cartridges for powder actuated tools (PAT), of the following generic types:
- flares;
- flash devices;
- gas generators;
- heaters;
- other cartridges;
- pyromechanical devices;
- rockets and rocket motors;
- semi-finished pyrotechnic articles;
- smoke / aerosol generators;
- sound emitters;
- pyrotechnic liquid dispersers.
This European Standard does not apply for articles containing pyrotechnic compositions that include any of the following substances:
- arsenic or arsenic compounds;
- polychlorobenzenes;
- mercury compounds;
- lead compounds (except for those included in ignition devices);
- white phosphorus;
- picrates or picric acid.
This European Standard does not apply to pyrotechnic articles that contain detonative explosives other than black powder and/or flash composition, if these detonative explosives:
- can be easily extracted from the pyrotechnic article, or;
- can initiate secondary explosives, or;
- can function in a detonative manner although the article is not designed to detonate and the article belongs to the category P2.
Pyrotechnische Gegenstände - Sonstige pyrotechnische Gegenstände - Teil 2: Anforderungen
Dieser Teil von EN 16263 legt die Anforderungen an den Bau und die Leistung von sonstigen pyrotechnischen Gegenständen mit Ausnahme von pyrotechnischen Gegenständen für Fahrzeuge, Anzündmittel und Kartuschen für Bolzensetzwerkzeuge für die folgenden Gegenstandstypen fest:
- Fackeln;
- Knallkartuschen;
- Gasgeneratoren;
- Aufheizer;
- andere Kartuschen;
- pyromechanische Geräte;
- Raketen und Raketenmotoren;
- pyrotechnische Halbfertigerzeugnisse;
- Rauch /Nebelgeneratoren;
- Schall /Geräuscherzeuger;
- pyrotechnische Flüssigkeitszerstäuber.
Diese Europäische Norm gilt nicht für pyrotechnische Gegenstände, die Sprengstoffe oder militärische Explosivstoffe mit Ausnahme von Schwarzpulver- und Blitzpulversätzen enthalten.
Articles pyrotechniques - Autres articles pyrotechniques - Partie 2: Exigences
La présente Norme européenne spécifie les exigences de construction et de performances des autres articles pyrotechniques, à l’exception des articles pyrotechniques destinés aux véhicules, des dispositifs d’allumage et des cartouches pour outils actionnés par poudre, relevant des types génériques suivants :
- torches et flammes ;
- cartouches flash ;
- générateurs de gaz ;
- réchauffeurs/générateurs thermiques ;
- autres cartouches ;
- pyromécanismes ;
- fusées et moteurs fusées ;
- articles pyrotechniques semi-finis ;
- fumigènes/générateurs d’aérosol ;
- émetteurs sonores ;
- disperseurs pyrotechniques de liquide.
La présente Norme européenne ne s’applique pas aux articles contenant des compositions pyrotechniques incluant l’une des substances suivantes :
- arsenic ou composés d’arsenic ;
- polychlorobenzènes ;
- composés de mercure ;
- composés de plomb (excepté ceux inclus dans les dispositifs d’allumage) ;
- phosphore blanc ;
- picrates ou acide picrique.
La présente Norme européenne ne s’applique pas aux articles pyrotechniques contenant des explosifs détonants autres que de la poudre noire et/ou de la composition flash, si ces explosifs détonants :
- peuvent être extraits aisément de l’article pyrotechnique ; ou
- peuvent entraîner l’amorçage d’explosifs secondaires ; ou
- peuvent fonctionner de manière détonante même si l’article n’est pas conçu pour détoner et que l’article appartient à la catégorie P2.
Pirotehnični izdelki - Drugi pirotehnični izdelki - 2. del: Zahteve
Ta evropski standard določa zahteve glede zasnove in zmogljivosti drugih pirotehničnih izdelkov (razen pirotehničnih izdelkov za vozila) za naslednje generične izdelke:
– pirotehnični polizdelki,
– bliskovne kasete,
– druge kasete,
– pirotehnične vžigalice,
– svetlobni signali,
– oddajniki zvoka/hrupa,
– plinski generatorji,
– generatorji dima/megle,
– piromehanske naprave,
– rakete in njihovi motorji,
– grelniki.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Public Enquiry End Date
- 24-Jun-2011
- Publication Date
- 01-Sep-2015
- Technical Committee
- IEKS - Explosives
- Current Stage
- 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 24-Aug-2015
- Due Date
- 29-Oct-2015
- Completion Date
- 02-Sep-2015
Relations
- Revises
oSIST prEN 16263-2:2021 - Pyrotechnic articles - Other pyrotechnic articles - Part 2: Requirements - Effective Date
- 18-Jan-2023
- Revised
oSIST prEN 16263-2:2021 - Pyrotechnic articles - Other pyrotechnic articles - Part 2: Requirements - Effective Date
- 01-Jul-2021
Overview
EN 16263-2:2015 (CEN) - “Pyrotechnic articles - Other pyrotechnic articles - Part 2: Requirements” defines essential construction, safety and performance requirements for a broad range of non-vehicle pyrotechnic articles. Covered product types include flares, flash devices, gas generators, heaters, rockets and rocket motors, smoke/aerosol generators, sound emitters, pyromechanical devices, semi‑finished articles and pyrotechnic liquid dispersers. The standard excludes articles that contain certain toxic or environmentally harmful substances (e.g., arsenic, mercury, white phosphorus, lead compounds except in ignition devices) and excludes some detonative explosives except where limited to black powder and/or flash composition.
Keywords: EN 16263-2:2015, pyrotechnic articles, CEN, requirements, flares, smoke generators, rockets.
Key Topics
- Scope & exclusions - product types covered and substances not permitted in formulations.
- General safety requirements - incompatible substances, safe disposal, protection of ignition means and required safety features (safe/arm devices, pins, delays).
- Ignition devices - requirements for included or subcomponent ignition devices; reference to prEN 16265 for non-CE certified ignition devices (electrical characteristics, ESD resistance, mechanical strength, all‑fire/no‑fire thresholds).
- Toxicity & user information - manufacturer obligations to disclose toxic reaction products and provide exposure-limiting instructions.
- Performance verification - functional testing per EN 16263-4 (firing, timing, effects) including verification after mechanical and thermal conditioning.
- Mechanical & environmental resistance - mechanical impact, moisture, high/low temperature resistance and integrity tests.
- Manufacturing quality control - primary pack requirements, type testing, batch testing, sampling plans (reference to ISO 2859-1) and test reporting.
- Documentation & labelling - mandatory labelling and instructions for safe use, disposal and conformity with EU directives.
Keywords: safety features, ignition devices, mechanical impact, thermal conditioning, labelling, type testing, batch testing.
Applications
Who uses EN 16263-2:2015:
- Manufacturers and product designers - to design compliant articles and safety systems.
- Quality and test laboratories - to perform type and batch testing and produce conformity test reports.
- Conformity assessors and notified bodies - to verify compliance with EU Directives (e.g., 2013/29/EU).
- Importers, distributors and safety engineers - to ensure labeling, instructions for use, safe disposal and environmental compliance.
Practical uses include product development, pre‑market testing, routine batch inspection, and supplier/customer compliance documentation.
Keywords: product compliance, testing labs, conformity assessment, EU Directive.
Related Standards
- EN 16263-1:2015 - Terminology
- EN 16263-3:2015 - Categories and types
- EN 16263-4:2015 - Test methods (referenced for performance/conditioning tests)
- EN 16263-5:2015 - Labelling and instructions for use
- prEN 16265:2013 - Ignition devices requirements
- ISO 2859-1 - Sampling procedures for inspection by attributes
Using EN 16263-2 helps organizations ensure safer, compliant pyrotechnic products and supports regulatory market access across CEN member states.
Frequently Asked Questions
SIST EN 16263-2:2015 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Pyrotechnic articles - Other pyrotechnic articles - Part 2: Requirements". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies requirements for the construction and performances of other pyrotechnic articles, except pyrotechnic articles for vehicles, ignition devices and cartridges for powder actuated tools (PAT), of the following generic types: - flares; - flash devices; - gas generators; - heaters; - other cartridges; - pyromechanical devices; - rockets and rocket motors; - semi-finished pyrotechnic articles; - smoke / aerosol generators; - sound emitters; - pyrotechnic liquid dispersers. This European Standard does not apply for articles containing pyrotechnic compositions that include any of the following substances: - arsenic or arsenic compounds; - polychlorobenzenes; - mercury compounds; - lead compounds (except for those included in ignition devices); - white phosphorus; - picrates or picric acid. This European Standard does not apply to pyrotechnic articles that contain detonative explosives other than black powder and/or flash composition, if these detonative explosives: - can be easily extracted from the pyrotechnic article, or; - can initiate secondary explosives, or; - can function in a detonative manner although the article is not designed to detonate and the article belongs to the category P2.
This European Standard specifies requirements for the construction and performances of other pyrotechnic articles, except pyrotechnic articles for vehicles, ignition devices and cartridges for powder actuated tools (PAT), of the following generic types: - flares; - flash devices; - gas generators; - heaters; - other cartridges; - pyromechanical devices; - rockets and rocket motors; - semi-finished pyrotechnic articles; - smoke / aerosol generators; - sound emitters; - pyrotechnic liquid dispersers. This European Standard does not apply for articles containing pyrotechnic compositions that include any of the following substances: - arsenic or arsenic compounds; - polychlorobenzenes; - mercury compounds; - lead compounds (except for those included in ignition devices); - white phosphorus; - picrates or picric acid. This European Standard does not apply to pyrotechnic articles that contain detonative explosives other than black powder and/or flash composition, if these detonative explosives: - can be easily extracted from the pyrotechnic article, or; - can initiate secondary explosives, or; - can function in a detonative manner although the article is not designed to detonate and the article belongs to the category P2.
SIST EN 16263-2:2015 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 71.100.30 - Explosives. Pyrotechnics and fireworks. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
SIST EN 16263-2:2015 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to oSIST prEN 16263-2:2021, oSIST prEN 16263-2:2021. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
SIST EN 16263-2:2015 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 2007/23/EC, 2013/29/EU; Standardization Mandates: M/416. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.YHPyrotechnische Gegenstände - Sonstige pyrotechnische Gegenstände - Teil 2: AnforderungenArticles pyrotechniques - Autres articles pyrotechniques - Partie 2: ExigencesPyrotechnic articles - Other pyrotechnic articles - Part 2: Requirements71.100.30Eksplozivi. PirotehnikaExplosives. PyrotechnicsICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 16263-2:2015SIST EN 16263-2:2015en,fr,de01-oktober-2015SIST EN 16263-2:2015SLOVENSKI
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EUROPEAN STANDARD NORME EUROPÉENNE EUROPÄISCHE NORM
EN 16263-2
August 2015 ICS 71.100.30 English Version
Pyrotechnic articles - Other pyrotechnic articles - Part 2: Requirements
Articles pyrotechniques - Autres articles pyrotechniques - Partie 2 : Exigences
Pyrotechnische Gegenstände - Sonstige pyrotechnische Gegenstände - Teil 2: Anforderungen This European Standard was approved by CEN on 6 February 2015.
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 CEN-CENELEC 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 translation under the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre has the same status as the official versions.
CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and United Kingdom.
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B-1000 Brussels © 2015 CEN All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved worldwide for CEN national Members. Ref. No. EN 16263-2:2015 ESIST EN 16263-2:2015
Overview of essential safety requirements and corresponding clauses of all parts of EN 16263 . 15 SIST EN 16263-2:2015
Relationship between this European Standard and the Essential Requirements of EU Directive 2007/23/EC on the placing on the market of pyrotechnic articles . 16 Annex ZB (informative)
Relationship between this European Standard and the Essential Requirements of EU Directive 2013/29/EU on the placing on the market of pyrotechnic articles . 17 Bibliography . 18
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La norme SIST EN 16263-2:2015, intitulée "Articles pyrotechniques - Autres articles pyrotechniques - Partie 2 : Exigences", établit des exigences claires pour la construction et les performances d'une large gamme d'articles pyrotechniques, à l'exception de ceux spécifiquement destinés aux véhicules, aux dispositifs d'allumage et aux cartouches pour outils à gaz. La portée de cette norme couvre des articles variés tels que les fusées éclairantes, les dispositifs à éclat, les générateurs de gaz, les chauffages, ainsi que d'autres cartouches et dispositifs pyromécaniques. Un des principaux atouts de cette norme réside dans sa capacité à garantir la sécurité et la fiabilité des articles pyrotechniques, en écartant ceux qui contiennent des substances dangereuses comme l’arsenic, le mercure ou le plomb, ce qui est essentiel pour minimiser les risques d'accidents liés à l'utilisation de ces produits. En outre, elle exclut les articles pouvant contenir des explosifs détonants autres que la poudre noire et les compositions à éclat, renforçant ainsi le cadre de sécurité applicable à ces produits. La pertinence de la norme SIST EN 16263-2:2015 dans l'industrie pyrotechnique est indéniable, étant donné qu'elle s'assure que les articles restent conformes aux exigences réglementaires tout en permettant une vaste gamme d'applications. En établissant des critères rigoristes en matière de conception et de performance, elle contribue à l'innovation et à l'amélioration continue des produits pyrotechniques, tout en soutenant la responsabilité des fabricants. En somme, cette norme joue un rôle crucial dans la régulation des articles pyrotechniques non seulement en garantissant la sécurité, mais aussi en restant adaptable aux évolutions du secteur, ce qui en fait un élément fondamental pour toute entreprise œuvrant dans ce domaine.
Die Norm SIST EN 16263-2:2015 stellt einen wesentlichen Standard für die Konstruktion und die Leistungsanforderungen an verschiedene pyrotechnische Artikel dar. Sie konzentriert sich auf eine Vielzahl von Produkten, die nicht für Fahrzeuge, Zündgeräte oder Kartuschen für konstruktionstechnische Werkzeuge gedacht sind. Die Norm umfasst wichtige generische Typen wie Signalraketen, Blinkgeräte, Gasgeneratoren, Heizgeräte, weitere Kartuschen, pyromechanische Geräte, Raketen und Raketentriebwerke sowie Rauch- und Geräuscherzeuger. Ein herausragendes Merkmal dieser Norm ist ihre umfassende Eingrenzung des Anwendungsbereichs. Sie definiert spezifische Anforderungen, die Anbietern helfen, die Sicherheit und Funktionalität ihrer Produkte zu gewährleisten. Ein weiterer Pluspunkt ist der klare Ausschluss gefährlicher Substanzen wie Arsen, Quecksilberverbindungen und polychlorierte Biphenyle, was die Sicherheit für Endverbraucher erheblich erhöht. Damit trägt die Norm entscheidend zum Schutz der Umwelt und der Gesundheit der Nutzer bei. Die Norm ist besonders relevant für Hersteller und Produzenten von pyrotechnischen Artikeln, da sie ihnen eine klare Grundlage bietet, um die gesetzlichen Anforderungen zu erfüllen und gleichzeitig Produkte von höchster Qualität anzubieten. Durch die Festlegung von Anforderungen an die Konstruktion und die Leistung wird sichergestellt, dass die Produkte den Sicherheitsstandards entsprechen und das Risiko von Fehlfunktionen minimiert wird. Zusammenfassend lässt sich sagen, dass die SIST EN 16263-2:2015 eine zentrale Rolle in der Normierung von pyrotechnischen Artikeln spielt. Ihre detaillierten Anforderungen und der Fokus auf Sicherheit und Umweltverträglichkeit machen sie zu einem unverzichtbaren Dokument für die Branche.
The SIST EN 16263-2:2015 standard provides a comprehensive framework for the construction and performance requirements of various pyrotechnic articles. Its scope explicitly defines the range of products covered, including flares, flash devices, gas generators, heaters, pyromechanical devices, and smoke/aerosol generators, among others. This broad coverage underscores the standard's relevance in ensuring safety and reliability across multiple applications of pyrotechnic articles. One of the standout strengths of this standard is its clear exclusion of specific hazardous substances, such as arsenic and mercury compounds, which presents significant safety advantages. By outlining what materials should not be used, the standard mitigates health risks associated with the manufacture and use of pyrotechnics. Furthermore, the explicit mention of articles containing detonative explosives, and the conditions in which they are excluded, adds another layer of safety consideration. This means that manufacturers and users can better assess risk and compliance regarding explosives and potentially harmful materials. The standard’s relevance extends to multiple industries, including entertainment, aerospace, and defense, where pyrotechnic devices play a critical role. Its detailed requirements help manufacturers create products that not only comply with safety regulations but also perform effectively. With the ongoing development of new pyrotechnic technologies, standards like SIST EN 16263-2:2015 are essential in maintaining high-quality and safety benchmarks within the industry. In summary, SIST EN 16263-2:2015 stands out due to its extensive coverage of various pyrotechnic articles, its stringent safety measures regarding chemical compositions, and its pivotal role in ensuring industry compliance and product efficacy. The standard is vital for manufacturers aiming to adhere to best practices and enhance safety in their pyrotechnic offerings.
SIST EN 16263-2:2015 표준은 다양한 유형의 불꽃놀이 기구 및 그 구성 요소에 대한 규정을 상세하게 정의하고 있습니다. 이 표준의 범위는 비차량용 불꽃놀이 기구, 점화 장치 및 분말 작동 공구(PAT)에 대한 카트리지를 제외한 다른 불꽃놀이 기구의 구조 및 성능 요구 사항을 포괄합니다. 구체적으로, 신호용 플래어, 플래시 장치, 가스 발생기, 히터, 기타 카트리지, 열역학 장치, 로켓 및 로켓 모터, 반제품 불꽃놀이 기구, 연기/에어로졸 발생기, 음향 발사기, 불꽃놀이 액체 분산기가 포함됩니다. 이 표준의 강점은 다양한 불꽃놀이 기구에 대한 명확한 요구 사항을 설정함으로써 산업 안전 및 소비자 보호를 증진한다는 점입니다. 불꽃놀이와 관련된 제품들은 잘못 사용될 경우 큰 위험을 초래할 수 있기 때문에, SIST EN 16263-2:2015는 이들 제품의 안전성과 성능을 보장하기 위해 반드시 따라야 할 규칙을 명시하고 있습니다. 또한, 이 표준은 특정 유해 물질을 포함한 불꽃놀이 기구에는 적용되지 않음을 분명히 하고 있습니다. 이는 아르센, 수은 화합물, 납 화합물 등과 같은 위험 물질이 포함된 제품들이 소비자와 환경에 미치는 영향을 최소화하도록 설계되었음을 보여줍니다. 이러한 제한 사항은 표준의 신뢰성을 높이는 중요한 부분입니다. 따라서 SIST EN 16263-2:2015 표준은 불꽃놀이 기구의 설계와 제작에 있어서 필수적인 기준을 제공하며, 업계에서 중요한 참고 자료로 활용될 수 있습니다. 이 표준의 준수는 사용자의 안전을 보장하고, 불꽃놀이 기구 사용 시 발생할 수 있는 사고를 예방하는 데 중대한 역할을 합니다.
SIST EN 16263-2:2015は、様々な種類の花火製品に関する欧州標準であり、特に他の花火製品の構造と性能に関する要件を定めています。この標準の適用範囲は、車両用花火や点火装置、パウダー作動工具（PAT）のカートリッジ以外の花火製品に広がります。具体的には、フレア、フラッシュデバイス、ガス発生装置、ヒーター、その他のカートリッジ、パイロメカニカルデバイス、ロケットおよびロケットモーター、半製品の花火、煙/エアロゾル発生器、音響発信装置、花火液体散布装置が含まれます。 この標準の強みは、その包括的な要件にあります。花火製品の設計者や製造者に対し、具体的な技術的要求事項を提示することで、安全性や性能の基準を向上させることができます。また、危険な物質に関する適用除外も明記されており、ヒ素、ポリ塩化ビフェニル、水銀化合物、鉛化合物、白リン、ピクレートなどの使用を禁止しています。このことは、環境保護や安全性に寄与する点で極めて重要です。 さらに、SIST EN 16263-2:2015は、起爆性爆薬を含む花火製品に関する明確な基準を設けており、特に設計上爆発しないことが求められる製品において、その信頼性と安全性を高める確かな根拠となります。この標準は、業界内での製品の信頼を増進し、消費者にとっても安心して使用できる製品の流通を促進します。 総じて、SIST EN 16263-2:2015は、他の花火製品に関する非常に重要な標準であり、安全性、環境保護、業界の信頼性向上に寄与しています。これにより、花火業界全体の品質基準が向上し、より安全な製品への道を開くものと言えるでしょう。
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