EN ISO 1043-2:2011
(Main)Plastics - Symbols and abbreviated terms - Part 2: Fillers and reinforcing materials (ISO 1043-2:2011)
General Information
- Abstract
ISO 1043-2:2011 specifies uniform symbols for terms referring to fillers and reinforcing materials. It includes only those symbols that have come into established use, and its main aim is both to prevent the occurrence of more than one symbol for a given filler or reinforcing material and to prevent a given symbol being interpreted in more than one way.
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 14-Nov-2011
- Withdrawal Date
- 30-May-2012
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 249 - Plastics
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 249 - Plastics
- Current Stage
- 6060 - Definitive text made available (DAV) - Publishing
- Start Date
- 15-Nov-2011
- Due Date
- 21-Dec-2010
- Completion Date
- 15-Nov-2011
Overview
EN ISO 1043-2:2011 is an international standard that defines uniform symbols and abbreviated terms specifically for fillers and reinforcing materials used in plastics. Developed by ISO/TC 61 and adopted by CEN, this standard ensures consistent communication and documentation within the plastics industry by preventing multiple symbols for the same filler or reinforcement and avoiding ambiguous interpretations of symbols. It forms part of the ISO 1043 series covering symbols for various types of additives and components in plastics.
Key Topics
- Standardized Symbols: The standard specifies standardized capital letter symbols for a range of fillers and reinforcing materials commonly used in polymer composites. Examples include:
- A for aramid fibers
- G for glass
- M for minerals
- ME for metals, with chemical symbols for specific metals (e.g., MED(Al) for aluminum powder)
- Form and Structure Identification: Additional letters represent the physical form or structure of the material, such as:
- F for fiber
- CM for chopped-strand mat
- LF for long fibers
- NF for nanofibers
- Combination of Symbols: Mixtures of materials or forms can be denoted by combining symbols using a plus sign inside parentheses, e.g., (GF+MD) represents a mix of glass fibers and mineral powder.
- Avoidance of Duplication: The standard aims to prevent duplication of symbols and multiple interpretations, enhancing clarity in technical documents, product labeling, and communication across international markets.
Applications
- Material Specification: Manufacturers and engineers use EN ISO 1043-2:2011 symbols to clearly specify the type and form of fillers or reinforcement in plastic formulations.
- Technical Documentation: This standard is essential for preparing datasheets, labeling, and product information to ensure uniform understanding in technical and commercial documents globally.
- Research and Development: Facilitates clear reporting and comparison of composite materials by providing a common terminology for fillers and reinforcing elements.
- Quality Control and Compliance: Supports consistency in material classification and compliance with international regulations by standardizing the terminology used for plastic additives.
- Supply Chain Communication: Helps suppliers, manufacturers, and end-users maintain unambiguous communication concerning plastic additives, reinforcing materials, and fillers.
Related Standards
EN ISO 1043-2:2011 is part of the broader ISO 1043 series addressing symbols and abbreviations for plastics:
- ISO 1043-1: Symbols and abbreviated terms for basic polymers and their special characteristics
- ISO 1043-3: Symbols for plasticizers
- ISO 1043-4: Symbols for flame retardants
By using these complementary standards together, stakeholders achieve comprehensive and unified terminology for all key components and additives in plastics.
Keywords: EN ISO 1043-2:2011, plastics standard, fillers symbols, reinforcing materials abbreviations, polymer additives, composite materials, plastics terminology, international plastics standards, material symbols, ISO 1043 series, plastic fillers standard, reinforcing fibers symbols, uniform symbols for plastics
Relations
- Effective Date
- 26-Nov-2011
- 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
- Consolidated By
ISO 1043-2:2011 - Plastics — Symbols and abbreviated terms — Part 2: Fillers and reinforcing materials - Effective Date
- 12-Feb-2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
EN ISO 1043-2:2011 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Plastics - Symbols and abbreviated terms - Part 2: Fillers and reinforcing materials (ISO 1043-2:2011)". This standard covers: ISO 1043-2:2011 specifies uniform symbols for terms referring to fillers and reinforcing materials. It includes only those symbols that have come into established use, and its main aim is both to prevent the occurrence of more than one symbol for a given filler or reinforcing material and to prevent a given symbol being interpreted in more than one way.
ISO 1043-2:2011 specifies uniform symbols for terms referring to fillers and reinforcing materials. It includes only those symbols that have come into established use, and its main aim is both to prevent the occurrence of more than one symbol for a given filler or reinforcing material and to prevent a given symbol being interpreted in more than one way.
EN ISO 1043-2:2011 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 59.100.01 - Materials for the reinforcement of composites in general; 83.040.30 - Auxiliary materials and additives for plastics; 83.080.01 - Plastics in general. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN ISO 1043-2:2011 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN ISO 1043-2:2001, EN 14118-3:2003, EN 1013:2012+A1:2014, EN 13677-1:2003, EN 14344:2004, CEN/TR 15353:2007, EN 1013:2012, EN 14118-2:2003, CEN/TR 15438:2007, EN 14598-1:2005, ISO 1043-2:2011. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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Standards Content (Sample)
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Kunststoffe - Kennbuchstaben und Kurzzeichen - Teil 2: Füllstoffe und Verstärkungsstoffe (ISO 1043-2:2011)Plastiques - Symboles et termes abrégés - Partie 2: Charges et matériaux de renforcement (ISO 1043-2:2011)Plastics - Symbols and abbreviated terms - Part 2: Fillers and reinforcing materials (ISO 1043-2:2011)83.040.30Pomožni materiali in aditivi za polimerne materialeAuxiliary materials and additives for plastics01.075Simboli za znakeCharacter symbolsICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN ISO 1043-2:2011SIST EN ISO 1043-2:2012en,fr01-februar-2012SIST EN ISO 1043-2:2012SLOVENSKI
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November 2011 ICS 83.040.30; 83.080.01 Supersedes EN ISO 1043-2:2001English Version
Plastics - Symbols and abbreviated terms - Part 2: Fillers and reinforcing materials (ISO 1043-2:2011)
Plastiques - Symboles et termes abrégés - Partie 2: Charges et matériaux de renforcement (ISO 1043-2:2011) Kunststoffe - Kennbuchstaben und Kurzzeichen - Teil 2: Füllstoffe und Verstärkungsstoffe (ISO 1043-2:2011) This European Standard was approved by CEN on 12 November 2011.
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INTERNATIONAL STANDARD ISO1043-2Third edition2011-11-15Plastics — Symbols and abbreviated terms — Part 2: Fillers and reinforcing materials Plastiques — Symboles et termes abrégés — Partie 2: Charges et matériaux de renforcement
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