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Abstract

This European Standard specifies the general requirements for bolt/nut/washer(s) assemblies for high-strength structural bolting, which are suitable for preloading.
The intended use of bolting assemblies in accordance with this European Standard is structural metallic works.
NOTE 1   High-strength structural bolting assemblies in accordance with EN 14399-2 to EN 14399-10 are designed to fulfil the requirements of this European Standard.
NOTE 2   High-strength structural bolting assemblies are suitable for preloading in accordance with EN 1090-2 in steel structures.
High-strength structural bolting assemblies smaller than M12 are not designed to be preloaded.
High-strength structural bolting assemblies are not designed to be welded.
Railway rail fasteners are not covered by this standard.

Status
Published
Publication Date
17-Feb-2015
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29-Nov-2016
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Overview

EN 14399-1:2015 - "High-strength structural bolting assemblies for preloading - Part 1: General requirements" (CEN) defines the general product requirements for bolt/nut/washer(s) assemblies intended for high-strength structural bolting and preloading in structural metallic works. The standard sets out how bolting assemblies are classified, assessed and verified for use in steel structures (preloading in accordance with EN 1090-2). It is a harmonized European standard used for CE marking and factory production control (AVCP) of structural fastener assemblies.

Key topics and technical requirements

  • Scope and limits
    • Applies to bolting assemblies suitable for preloading in structural metallic works.
    • Assemblies smaller than M12 are not designed for preloading.
    • Assemblies are not intended to be welded; railway rail fasteners are excluded.
  • Types of assemblies
    • Type HR (ductility by bolt elongation; minimum nut height ≥ 0.9·D; thread length per ISO 888).
    • Type HV (ductility by engaged thread deformation; nut height ≈ 0.8·D; short thread).
    • Type HRC (calibrated preload systems referenced in EN 14399-10).
  • Product characteristics
    • Property class: tensile strength, elongation, tensile yield strength, strength under wedge loading and related mechanical properties of bolts.
    • Product grade: grade definitions for bolts, nuts, washers and direct tension indicators.
    • k-class / k-factor: parameters relevant to tightening/preload calculations.
  • Testing and assessment
    • Type tests: angle-to-failure during tightening, axial load during tightening (Fbi max).
    • Tests for assemblies with direct tension indicators: compression load performance.
    • Tests for calibrated preload assemblies (Fri).
    • Component tests: tensile, elongation, hardness (Vickers/Rockwell), proof load and thread tolerances.
  • Quality & conformity
    • Definitions for manufacturing lots, single and extended bolting assembly lots.
    • Assessment and Verification of Constancy of Performance (AVCP) and factory production control (FPC) requirements for CE marking.

Applications and who uses this standard

  • Structural engineers and designers specifying bolted connections in steel buildings and bridges.
  • Fabricators and erectors implementing preloaded bolted connections per EN 1090-2.
  • Fastener manufacturers and suppliers for product design, testing and CE marking.
  • Quality managers and conformity assessment bodies overseeing AVCP and factory production control.

Related standards

  • EN 14399 series (Parts 2–10: suitability, system HR/HV/HRC, washers, DTIs, calibrated preload)
  • EN 1090-2 (execution of steel structures - preloading practices)
  • EN ISO 898-1 / EN ISO 898-2 (mechanical properties of fasteners)
  • ISO 888, ISO 965, EN ISO 4759, EN ISO 6507/6508 (thread lengths, tolerances, hardness tests)

Keywords: EN 14399-1:2015, high-strength structural bolting, preloading, bolting assemblies, EN 14399, EN 1090-2, bolts nuts washers, CE marking, AVCP, structural steel.

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Frequently Asked Questions

EN 14399-1:2015 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "High-strength structural bolting assemblies for preloading - Part 1: General requirements". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies the general requirements for bolt/nut/washer(s) assemblies for high-strength structural bolting, which are suitable for preloading. The intended use of bolting assemblies in accordance with this European Standard is structural metallic works. NOTE 1 High-strength structural bolting assemblies in accordance with EN 14399-2 to EN 14399-10 are designed to fulfil the requirements of this European Standard. NOTE 2 High-strength structural bolting assemblies are suitable for preloading in accordance with EN 1090-2 in steel structures. High-strength structural bolting assemblies smaller than M12 are not designed to be preloaded. High-strength structural bolting assemblies are not designed to be welded. Railway rail fasteners are not covered by this standard.

This European Standard specifies the general requirements for bolt/nut/washer(s) assemblies for high-strength structural bolting, which are suitable for preloading. The intended use of bolting assemblies in accordance with this European Standard is structural metallic works. NOTE 1 High-strength structural bolting assemblies in accordance with EN 14399-2 to EN 14399-10 are designed to fulfil the requirements of this European Standard. NOTE 2 High-strength structural bolting assemblies are suitable for preloading in accordance with EN 1090-2 in steel structures. High-strength structural bolting assemblies smaller than M12 are not designed to be preloaded. High-strength structural bolting assemblies are not designed to be welded. Railway rail fasteners are not covered by this standard.

EN 14399-1:2015 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 21.060.01 - Fasteners in general. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.

EN 14399-1:2015 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 14399-1:2005, ISO 965-2:1998, ISO 888:2012, ISO 965-5:1998, EN ISO 9013:2002/A1:2003, EN ISO 4759-3:2016, EN ISO 4759-1:2000, EN 14399-8:2007, EN ISO 6507-1:2023, EN ISO 898-1:2013, EN ISO 10684:2004, EN ISO 6508-1:2023, EN ISO 898-2:2012, EN ISO 225:2010, EN 14399-7:2007. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.

EN 14399-1:2015 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 305/2011, 89/106/EEC; Standardization Mandates: M/120. 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.Hochfeste vorspannbare Garnituren für Schraubverbindungen im Metallbau - Teil 1: Allgemeine AnforderungenBoulonnerie de construction métallique à haute résistance apte à la précontrainte - Partie 1: Exigences généralesHigh strength structural bolting assemblies for preloading - Part 1: General requirements21.060.01Vezni elementi na splošnoFasteners in generalICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 14399-1:2015SIST EN 14399-1:2015en,fr,de01-maj-2015SIST EN 14399-1:2015SLOVENSKI
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EUROPEAN STANDARD NORME EUROPÉENNE EUROPÄISCHE NORM
EN 14399-1
February 2015 ICS 21.060.01 Supersedes EN 14399-1:2005English Version
High-strength structural bolting assemblies for preloading - Part 1: General requirements
Boulonnerie de construction métallique à haute résistance apte à la précontrainte - Partie 1: Exigences générales
Hochfeste vorspannbare Garnituren für Schraubverbindungen im Metallbau - Teil 1: Allgemeine Anforderungen This European Standard was approved by CEN on 22 August 2014.
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.
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Page Foreword .3 Introduction .5 1 Scope .6 2 Normative references .6 3 Terms and definitions .7 4 Product characteristics .8 4.1 General .8 4.2 Type (bolting assemblies) .8 4.3 Property class (bolting assemblies) .9 4.4 Product grade (bolts, nuts, washers and, if provided, direct tension indicators) . 10 4.5 k-class and k-factor (bolting assemblies) . 11 5 Testing and assessment methods . 11 5.1 General . 11 5.2 Type (bolting assemblies) . 12 5.3 Property class (bolting assemblies) . 12 5.4 Product grade (bolts, nuts, washers and, if provided, direct tension indicators) . 13 5.5 k-class and k-factor (bolting assemblies) . 15 6 Assessment and Verification of Constancy of Performance (AVCP) . 15 6.1 General . 15 6.2 Type testing . 16 6.3 Factory production control (FPC) . 17 Annex ZA (informative)
Clauses of this European Standard addressing the provisions of the EU Construction Products Regulation . 23 ZA.1 Scope and relevant characteristics . 23 ZA.2 Procedure for Assessment and Verification of Constancy of Performance (AVCP) of high-strength structural bolting assemblies for preloading . 24 ZA.3 CE marking and labelling . 28 Bibliography . 30
Vk ≤ 0,06 5 Testing and assessment methods 5.1 General The geometry of test specimens, test apparatus, testing procedure and evaluation of test results are specified in supporting standards for each component of the bolting assembly and for their combinations as bolting assemblies. SIST EN 14399-1:2015

The use of GO/NO-GO gauges does not permit the specification of a value of accuracy. Table 3 — Nuts Dimensiona Accuracy mm Method Width across flats (s) ≤ 0,05 Measurement Width across corners (e) ≤ 0,05 Measurement Nut height (m) ≤ 0,05 Measurement Thread dimensions — b Gauge a Symbols and descriptions of dimensions as defined in EN ISO 225. b The use of GO/NO-GO gauges does not permit the specification of a value of accuracy. 5.4.3 Washers Assessment shall be carried out in accordance with EN ISO 4759-3 before any coatings. The tolerances of the components shall be checked by standard gauges or measuring equipment of the required accuracy as specified in Table 4. SIST EN 14399-1:2015
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