SIST EN 1944:1997

Self-adhesive tapes - Measurement of unwind adhesion at low speed

The standard specifies a method to measure the force required to unwind a roll of adhesive tape at low speed under standard test conditions.

Klebebänder - Messung der Abrollkraft bei niedriger Geschwindigkeit

Diese Norm legt ein Verfahren zum Messen der Kraft, die erforderlich ist, um eine Klebebandrolle mit niedriger Geschwindigkeit unter Normprüfbedingungen abzuwickeln.

Rubans auto-adhésifs - Mesure de la force de déroulement a faible vitesse

La présente norme européenne prescrit une méthode pour mesurer la force nécessaire pour dérouler un rouleau de ruban adhésif à faible vitesse dans des conditions spécifiées.

Samolepilni trakovi - Merjenje lepilne sile pri počasnem odvijanju

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 31-Jul-1997
• ICS: 83.180 - Adhesives
• Technical Committee: EPO - Packaging - sales and grouped
• Current Stage: 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 01-Aug-1997
• Due Date: 01-Aug-1997
• Completion Date: 01-Aug-1997
• Ref Project: EN 1944:1996 - Self-adhesive tapes - Measurement of unwind adhesion at low speed

Overview

SIST EN 1944:1997 is a European standard developed by CEN that specifies a precise method for measuring the force required to unwind self-adhesive tapes at low speeds. The standard defines test conditions ensuring consistent and reliable measurement of unwind adhesion, which is critical for quality control and product development in adhesive tape manufacturing. By standardizing this test, SIST EN 1944:1997 helps manufacturers and users evaluate tape performance under defined conditions.

Key Topics

• Unwind Adhesion Measurement: Defines the procedure to measure the force needed to unwind adhesive tape rolls at low speed.
• Standard Test Conditions: Details specific environmental and operational parameters such as temperature, speed, and sample preparation to ensure test accuracy.
• Force Measurement: Focus on quantifying the peel force required to separate tape layers during unwind.
• Tape Types: Applicable to various self-adhesive tapes used across industries.
• Reproducibility: Ensures consistent results between different laboratories and production batches.

Applications

• Quality Control in Manufacturing: Producers of adhesive tapes apply SIST EN 1944:1997 to monitor unwind adhesion uniformity, ensuring product consistency.
• Product Development: Researchers and engineers use the standard to evaluate new adhesive formulations and backing materials.
• Compliance Testing: Assists manufacturers in meeting regulatory and customer requirements for tape performance.
• Supplier Evaluation: Manufacturers and buyers use standardized measurements to assess suppliers and select appropriate adhesive tapes.
• Troubleshooting: Helps diagnose issues related to tape unwind behavior in applications like packaging, electrical insulation, and surface protection.

Related Standards

• EN 1939 - Standard for measuring the tensile strength of adhesive tapes.
• EN ISO 29862 - Specifies test methods for adhesive tape performance characterization.
• ISO 8510 - Test for peel adhesion of pressure-sensitive tapes.
• EN 12092 - Methods for measuring adhesion and cohesion characteristics of adhesive products.

By adhering to SIST EN 1944:1997, enterprises within the adhesive tape industry can achieve reliable, repeatable peel force measurements that improve product quality and customer satisfaction. This standard provides a foundational test method that supports innovation and quality assurance in self-adhesive tape production.

Standards Content (Sample)

2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.XKlebebänder - Messung der Abrollkraft bei niedriger GeschwindigkeitRubans auto-adhésifs - Mesure de la force de déroulement a faible vitesseSelf-adhesive tapes - Measurement of unwind adhesion
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