1、raising standards worldwideNO COPYING WITHOUT BSI PERMISSION EXCEPT AS PERMITTED BY COPYRIGHT LAWBSI Standards PublicationBS ISO 6356:2012Textile and laminate floorcoverings Assessment ofstatic electrical propensity Walking testBS ISO 6356:2012 BRITISH STANDARDNational forewordThis British Standard
2、is the UK implementation of ISO 6356:2012. Itsupersedes BS ISO 6356:2000 which is withdrawn.The UK participation in its preparation was entrusted to TechnicalCommittee PRI/3, Textile floor coverings.A list of organizations represented on this committee can beobtained on request to its secretary.This
3、 publication does not purport to include all the necessaryprovisions of a contract. Users are responsible for its correctapplication. The British Standards Institution 2012. Published by BSI StandardsLimited 2012ISBN 978 0 580 65301 8ICS 59.080.60Compliance with a British Standard cannot confer immu
4、nity fromlegal obligations.This British Standard was published under the authority of theStandards Policy and Strategy Committee on 31 July 2012.Amendments issued since publicationDate Text affectedBS ISO 6356:2012 ISO 2012Textile and laminate floor coverings Assessment of static electrical propensi
5、ty Walking testRevtements de sol textiles et lamins valuation de la propension laccumulation des charges lectrostatiques Essai du marcheurINTERNATIONAL STANDARDISO6356Second edition2012-07-15Reference numberISO 6356:2012(E)BS ISO 6356:2012ISO 6356:2012(E)ii ISO 2012 All rights reservedCOPYRIGHT PROT
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7、mber body in the country of the requester.ISO copyright officeCase postale 56 CH-1211 Geneva 20Tel. + 41 22 749 01 11Fax + 41 22 749 09 47E-mail copyrightiso.orgWeb www.iso.orgPublished in SwitzerlandBS ISO 6356:2012ISO 6356:2012(E) ISO 2012 All rights reserved iiiContents PageForeword ivIntroductio
8、n v1 Scope 12 Normative references . 13 Terms and definitions . 14 Principle . 15 Apparatus 25.1 Grounded metal base plate . 25.2 Rubber mat 25.3 Polyethylene foam (PE-foam) . 25.4 Polyethylene foil (PE-foil) 25.5 Test sandals 25.6 Means of cleaning the sandals 25.7 lonizing source . 35.8 Body volta
9、ge measuring system . 35.9 Measuring devices for temperature and relative humidity 36 Sampling and selection of specimens . 36.1 Textile floor coverings 36.2 Laminate 37 Preconditioning of specimens, PE-foam, PE-foil and rubber mats . 38 Atmosphere for conditioning and testing . 49 Test procedures .
10、 49.1 Preparation 49.2 Method A: test procedure in laboratory conditions . 49.3 Method B: test procedure in situ . 610 Calculation and expression of results . 611 Test report . 6Annex A (normative) Specification of the sandals 7Annex B (normative) Standard sole material Neolite (standard XS-664P) .
11、11Annex C (normative) Standard sole material BAM-rubber .12Annex D (normative) Method for measuring the electrical resistance of the footwear .13Annex E (normative) Example of a hand-held electrode and its use .15Annex F (informative) Method of checking calibration of the measuring system 17Bibliogr
12、aphy .18BS ISO 6356:2012ISO 6356:2012(E)ForewordISO (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. Each member bod
13、y interested in a subject for which a technical committee has been established has the right to be represented on that committee. International organizations, governmental and non-governmental, in liaison with ISO, also take part in the work. ISO collaborates closely with the International Electrote
14、chnical Commission (IEC) on all matters of electrotechnical standardization.International Standards are drafted in accordance with the rules given in the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2.The main task of technical committees is to prepare International Standards. Draft International Standards adopted by t
15、he technical committees are circulated to the member bodies for voting. Publication as an International Standard requires approval by at least 75 % of the member bodies casting a vote.Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of patent rights
16、. ISO shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.ISO 6356 was prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 219, Floor coverings.This second edition cancels and replaces the first edition (ISO 6356:2000), which has been technically revised.iv ISO 2012 All rights reservedBS
17、ISO 6356:2012ISO 6356:2012(E)IntroductionThis test is a measurement of the electric potential (voltage) due to the accumulation of static charge on a person walking on the surface of a textile and laminate floor covering under controlled conditions. It is important that this measurement is made unde
18、r carefully controlled conditions to minimize test variability. ISO 2012 All rights reserved vBS ISO 6356:2012BS ISO 6356:2012Textile and laminate floor coverings Assessment of static electrical propensity Walking test1 ScopeThis International Standard specifies a method of evaluating the electrosta
19、tic propensity of textile and laminate floor coverings under controlled conditions. Since the potential generated varies with humidity, shoe materials, walk surface and individuals mannerisms, the values generated by this test will not necessarily reflect actual field experience, but will provide a
20、relative comparison of the performance of different surfaces.For classification purposes and in cases of dispute, the measurement procedure specified in this International Standard can be used under controlled conditions specified in the relevant classification standard or agreed between disputing p
21、arties. There may be occasions where measurements are required under non-controlled conditions, e.g. in situ measurements on installed floor coverings. The principle of measurement using the equipment specified in this International Standard can be used to make measurements, either with the standard
22、 footwear specified or with specific footwear relevant to the end use.2 Normative referencesThe 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 do
23、cument (including any amendments) applies.ISO 48:2010, Rubber, vulcanized or thermoplastic Determination of hardness (hardness between 10 IRHD and 100 IRHD)ISO 1957, Machine-made textile floor coverings Selection and cutting of specimens for physical testsISO 2424, Textile floor coverings Vocabulary
24、ISO 9407:1991, Shoe sizes Mondopoint system of sizing and markingISO 10965:2011, Textile floor coverings Determination of electrical resistance3 Terms and definitionsFor the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions given in ISO 2424 apply.4 PrincipleThe difference in electrical potential
25、, in relation to the earths potential (zero), produced by a person walkinga) on the floor covering under test,b) with standardized footwear,c) in a prescribed manner, andd) under controlled atmospheric conditionsis measured and used to evaluate the risk of a person experiencing the discomfort of sta
26、tic electrical shock from in-service use of this floor covering.INTERNATIONAL STANDARD ISO 6356:2012(E) ISO 2012 All rights reserved 1BS ISO 6356:2012ISO 6356:2012(E)5 Apparatus5.1 Grounded metal base plateGrounded metal base plate, e.g. aluminium, of approximate dimensions 100 cm 200 cm and 1 mm th
27、ick.5.2 Rubber matFor textile floor coverings: rubber mat, of approximate dimensions 220 cm 120 cm and a minimal thickness of 3 mm, having a vertical resistance 1013 in relation to a surface area of 1 cm2, measured at 500 V of direct current (d.c.) laid on a grounded metal base plate, e.g. aluminium
28、, of approximate dimensions 100 cm 200 cm and 1 mm thick.Alternatively: grounded metal base plate (see 5.1).5.3 Polyethylene foam (PE-foam)For laminate floor coverings without attached sound-absorbing material: PE-foam, of approximate dimensions 220 cm 120 cm and with a thickness of (3 0,5) mm, havi
29、ng a vertical resistance 1013 in relation to a surface area of 1 cm2, measured at 500 V of direct current (d.c.), laid on a grounded metal base plate, e.g. aluminium, of approximate dimensions 100 cm 200 cm and 1 mm thick.Alternatively: grounded metal base plate (see 5.1).5.4 Polyethylene foil (PE-f
30、oil)For laminate floor coverings with attached sound-absorbing material: PE-foil for water vapour barrier, of approximate dimensions 220 cm 120 cm and with a thickness of (0,2 0,1) mm, having a vertical resistance 1013 in relation to a surface area of 1 cm2, measured at 500 V of direct current (d.c.
31、), laid on a grounded metal base plate, e.g. aluminium, of approximate dimensions 100 cm 200 cm and 1 mm thick.Alternatively: grounded metal base plate (see 5.1).5.5 Test sandalsTest sandals (see Figure A.1), reserved for use in this test method. The test sandals are open sandals of Mondopoint size
32、270/100 (see ISO 9407:1991) with no heels and with straps mounted to fit various foot sizes. A BAM rubber1)sole (Annex C) material has to be used. The resistance between the metal plate and the person standing on it wearing the sandals with the soles shall be 108 to 109.Only for textile floor coveri
33、ngs: Alternatively, the sole material XS-664P Neolite2)(Annex B) may be used. The resistance between the metal plate and the person standing on it wearing the sandals with the soles shall be 1011.NOTE For guidance on the possible effect of the operators clothing and other factors on test results, se
34、e Annex A.5.6 Means of cleaning the sandals5.6.1 Abrasive paper, from P280 to P360.5.6.2 Scoured cotton cloth, free from finish or detergent.1) The BAM rubber material is available from BAM, Berlin, Germany. This information is given for the convenience of users of this document and does not constit
35、ute an endorsement by ISO of the product. Equivalent products may be used if they can be shown to lead to the same results.2) The Neolite material is available from AATCC, P.O. Box 12215, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709, USA. This information is given for the convenience of users of this document a
36、nd does not constitute an endorsement by ISO of the product. Equivalent products may be used if they can be shown to lead to the same results.2 ISO 2012 All rights reservedBS ISO 6356:2012ISO 6356:2012(E)5.6.3 Denatured ethanol or isopropanol5.6.4 Demineralized water5.7 lonizing sourcelonizing sourc
37、e (e.g. ion blower), for discharging the test piece and rubber mat/PE-foam/PE-foil.5.8 Body voltage measuring systemBody voltage measuring system (see Figure E.2), consisting of a d.c. static voltmeter, an autographic recorder and a hand electrode (see Figure E.3) meeting the following requirements:
38、 input resistance of voltmeter and hand electrode system: 1013; input capacitance of hand electrode: 20 pF; response time: 0,25 s; capable of measurements from -20 kV to +20 kV.5.9 Measuring devices for temperature and relative humidityMeasuring devices should meet the following requirements: resolu
39、tions: for temperature, 0,1 C or better, and for relative humidity, 0,1 % or better; uncertainty of measurement: for temperature, 0,5 C or better, and for relative humidity, 2,0 % or better.6 Sampling and selection of specimens6.1 Textile floor coveringsCarry out sampling and selection of specimens
40、for textile floor coverings in accordance with ISO 1957. From each sample, select a specimen measuring 2 000 mm 1 000 mm in the machine production direction.Generally, the test is performed on the floor covering as received, i.e. with finishes and special treatments as appropriate. If the permanency
41、 of such finishes and treatments is being investigated, the specimen may be submitted to a cleaning process or to practical wear conditions before testing.6.2 LaminateCarry out sampling and selection of specimens for laminate, trying to cover an area measuring 2 000 mm 1 000 mm.7 Preconditioning of
42、specimens, PE-foam, PE-foil and rubber matsPre-condition the test specimen for at least 24 h in an atmosphere of (23 3) C and (55 10) % relative humidity.If possible, ensure free air circulation by, for example, placing samples on a rack or suspending them.The rubber mat (5.2), PE-foam (5.3), PE-foi
43、l (5.4) and sandals (5.5) shall not be used for any other purpose and should be permanently maintained in the test atmosphere. If this is not possible, the rubber mat, PE-foam, PE-foil and sandals shall be conditioned for 2 d prior to testing.Care should be taken to ensure specimens and equipment ar
44、e adequately conditioned, particularly where certain finishes can lead to slow conditioning. ISO 2012 All rights reserved 3BS ISO 6356:2012ISO 6356:2012(E)8 Atmosphere for conditioning and testingCondition the test piece at a temperature of (23 2) C and relative humidity of (25 2) % for a minimum of
45、 7 d, and maintain these conditions during testing. When the test is carried out in situ, record the ambient temperature and relative humidity.NOTE Several standard atmospheres are specified by various regional authorities based upon the severity of conditions the floor covering normally experiences
46、 in service. Values determined under one set of conditions cannot be compared to those using another set of test conditions.9 Test procedures9.1 Preparation9.1.1 Cleaning the sandals9.1.1.1 BAM sandalsBefore beginning a test series, scrub the BAM sole material using a piece of scoured cotton (5.6.2)
47、 wetted with ethanol or isopropanol (5.6.3) to remove any chemical substance from the surface. Repeat the cleaning procedure with demineralized water (5.6.4) until no dark marks appear on the cloth. Repeat the ethanol/isopropanol and water cleaning procedure prior to testing each specimen.Wait at le
48、ast 5 min and make sure the soles are completely dry before testing.If the sole material becomes severely contaminated, it may be necessary to use more rigorous cleaning procedures prior to commencing a test series. Especially in the case of the BAM-soles, it is recommended to abrade the dry soles w
49、ith a fine sandpaper (5.6.1) and then remove the dust. It is generally recommended to clean the sandals before each test series and before storing the soles at the end of the day.9.1.1.2 Neolite sandalsBefore beginning a test series, scrub the Neolite sole material using a piece of scoured cotton (5.6.2) wetted with ethanol or isopropanol (5.6.3) to remove any chemical substance from the surface. Wait at least 5 min and make sure the soles are completely dry bef
