SIST EN 1604:2013
(Main)Thermal insulating products for building applications - Determination of dimensional stability under specified temperature and humidity conditions
Thermal insulating products for building applications - Determination of dimensional stability under specified temperature and humidity conditions
This European Standard specifies the equipment and procedures for evaluating dimensional changes of test specimens under specified conditions of temperature, relative humidity and duration of exposure. This European Standard proposes a range of conditions from which one or more desirable test conditions can be selected. It is applicable to thermal insulating products.
Wärmedämmstoffe für das Bauwesen - Bestimmung der Dimensionsstabilität bei definierten Temperatur- und Feuchtebedingungen
Diese Europäische Norm legt Prüfeinrichtungen und Verfahren zur Bestimmung der Dimensionsänderungen von Probekörpern bei definierten Temperatur und Feuchtebedingungen und Dauer der Beanspruchung fest. Diese Norm gibt einen Bereich von Bedingungen an, aus denen eine oder mehrere zweckmäßige Prüfbedingungen ausgewählt werden können. Sie gilt für Wärmedämmstoffe.
Produits isolants thermiques destinés aux applications du bâtiment - Détermination de la stabilité dimensionnelle dans des conditions de température et d'humidité spécifiées
La présente Norme Européenne prescrit l'équipement et les modes opératoires permettant d'évaluer les variations dimensionnelles d'éprouvettes dans des conditions spécifiées de température, d'humidité relative et de durée d'exposition. Elle propose une gamme de conditions parmi lesquelles une ou plusieurs conditions d'essais désirées peuvent être choisies. Elle s’applique aux produits isolants thermiques.
Toplotnoizolacijski proizvodi za uporabo v gradbeništvu - Preskus dimenzijske stabilnosti pri predpisani temperaturi in relativni vlažnosti zraka
Ta evropski standard določa opremo in postopke za ocenjevanje dimenzijskih sprememb testnih vzorcev pri določenih pogojih, kot je temperatura, relativna vlažnost in trajanje izpostavljenosti. Ta evropski standard predlaga vrsto pogojev, od katerih lahko izberete enega ali več želenih testnih pogojev. Uporablja se za toplotnoizolacijske proizvode.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Public Enquiry End Date
- 29-Sep-2012
- Publication Date
- 05-Jun-2013
- Technical Committee
- TOP - Thermal insulation
- Current Stage
- 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 27-Mar-2013
- Due Date
- 01-Jun-2013
- Completion Date
- 06-Jun-2013
- Directive
- Harmonized Standard305/2011 - Regulation (eu) No 305/2011 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 9 march 2011 laying down harmonised conditions for the marketing of construction products and repealing council directive 89/106/eec
Not Harmonized89/106/EEC - Construction products
Relations
- Effective Date
- 01-Jul-2013
- Effective Date
- 01-Jul-2013
- Effective Date
- 01-Jul-2013
- 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
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
Overview
SIST EN 1604:2013, Thermal insulating products for building applications - Determination of dimensional stability under specified temperature and humidity conditions, is a key European standard that sets the procedures and equipment requirements for measuring how thermal insulating materials used in buildings change in dimensions when exposed to controlled temperature and humidity environments. This standard is essential for assessing the performance and reliability of insulation products over time and under various climatic conditions, directly contributing to building quality, energy efficiency, and structural durability.
Key Topics
- Dimensional Stability: Defines how thermal insulating products maintain their shape, thickness, and size after exposure to specified temperatures and humidity levels.
- Testing Procedures: Specifies how to prepare, condition, and measure test specimens, including required equipment like controlled climate chambers and precise measuring tools.
- Test Conditions: Outlines a selection of temperature ranges (e.g., −40°C to +70°C) and relative humidity levels (30% to 90%), providing flexibility to simulate different environmental exposures.
- Specimen Preparation and Measurement: Details how to cut, mark, and handle insulation specimens to ensure representative and accurate results.
- Reporting and Assessment: Requires comprehensive documentation of all testing parameters, specimen identification, conditioning history, and dimensional change calculations.
Applications
The implementation of SIST EN 1604:2013 is vital across a wide range of building and construction projects where thermal insulation reliability is critical. Practical applications include:
- Product Development and Certification: Manufacturers use this standard to validate the dimensional stability of new thermal insulating materials, ensuring compliance with European product regulations.
- Quality Control: Regular use in production facilities to verify batch consistency and meet customer or regulatory specifications for insulation products.
- Building Design & Energy Performance: Designers and engineers rely on these test results to select insulation materials that will maintain their insulating properties and fit within the building envelope over the structure’s lifespan.
- Regulatory Compliance: Meets essential requirements linked to European directives for construction products, supporting the CE marking process and market access within the EU.
- Research and Comparison: A foundation method for comparing different insulation materials under identical simulated environmental conditions.
Related Standards
SIST EN 1604:2013 is part of a comprehensive suite of European standards for thermal insulating materials in building applications. Complementary and related standards include:
- EN 822: Determination of length and width.
- EN 823: Determination of thickness.
- EN 824: Determination of squareness.
- EN 825: Determination of flatness.
- EN 1602: Determination of apparent density.
- EN 1603: Dimensional stability under constant normal laboratory conditions.
- EN 1605, EN 1606: Deformation and compressive creep tests.
- EN 12085: Linear dimensions of test specimens.
- EN 12086, EN 12087, EN 12088: Water vapor transmission and absorption properties.
- EN 12089, EN 12090: Bending and shear behavior.
- ISO 5725-2: Accuracy, trueness, and precision in measurement methods.
Summary
SIST EN 1604:2013 is fundamental in the evaluation of thermal insulation products, helping to ensure their effective and stable application in building environments subject to varying climatic conditions. Adherence to this standard supports compliance, quality assurance, and high performance in construction, making it an indispensable reference for designers, manufacturers, builders, and testing laboratories focused on thermal insulation solutions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
SIST EN 1604:2013 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Thermal insulating products for building applications - Determination of dimensional stability under specified temperature and humidity conditions". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies the equipment and procedures for evaluating dimensional changes of test specimens under specified conditions of temperature, relative humidity and duration of exposure. This European Standard proposes a range of conditions from which one or more desirable test conditions can be selected. It is applicable to thermal insulating products.
This European Standard specifies the equipment and procedures for evaluating dimensional changes of test specimens under specified conditions of temperature, relative humidity and duration of exposure. This European Standard proposes a range of conditions from which one or more desirable test conditions can be selected. It is applicable to thermal insulating products.
SIST EN 1604:2013 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 91.100.60 - Thermal and sound insulating materials. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
SIST EN 1604:2013 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST EN 1604:1997, SIST EN 1604:1997/A1:2007, SIST EN 1604:1997/AC:1999, SIST ENV 14237:2002, SIST EN ISO 29768:2022, SIST EN 14303:2010, SIST EN 13163:2013+A1:2015, SIST EN 14308:2016, SIST EN 17140:2021, SIST EN 14313:2016, SIST EN 14306:2010+A1:2013, SIST EN 14304:2016, SIST EN 14307:2016, SIST EN 14303:2010+A1:2013, SIST EN 14308:2010+A1:2013. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
SIST EN 1604:2013 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 305/2011, 89/106/EEC. 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.Toplotnoizolacijski proizvodi za uporabo v gradbeništvu - Preskus dimenzijske stabilnosti pri predpisani temperaturi in relativni vlažnosti zrakaWärmedämmstoffe für das Bauwesen - Bestimmung der Dimensionsstabilität bei definierten Temperatur- und FeuchtebedingungenProduits isolants thermiques destinés aux applications du bâtiment - Détermination de la stabilité dimensionnelle dans des conditions de température et d'humidité spécifiéesThermal insulating products for building applications - Determination of dimensional stability under specified temperature and humidity conditions91.100.60Thermal and sound insulating materialsICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 1604:2013SIST EN 1604:2013en,fr,de01-julij-2013SIST EN 1604:2013SLOVENSKI
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March 2013 ICS 91.100.60 Supersedes EN 1604:1996English Version
Thermal insulating products for building applications - Determination of dimensional stability under specified temperature and humidity conditions
Produits isolants thermiques destinés aux applications du bâtiment - Détermination de la stabilité dimensionnelle dans des conditions de température et d'humidité spécifiées
Wärmedämmstoffe für das Bauwesen - Bestimmung der Dimensionsstabilität bei definierten Temperatur- und Feuchtebedingungen This European Standard was approved by CEN on 15 December 2012.
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The revision of this standard contains no major changes, only minor corrections and clarifications of an editorial nature. This European Standard is one of a series of standards which specify test methods for determining dimensions and properties of thermal insulating materials and products. It supports a series of product standards for thermal insulating materials and products which derive from the Council Directive of 21 December 1988 on the approximation of laws, regulations and administrative provisions of the Member States relating to construction products (Directive 89/106/EEC) through the consideration of the essential requirements. This European Standard has been drafted for applications in buildings, but it may also be used in other areas where it is relevant. This European test standard is one of the following group of interrelated standards on test methods for determining dimensions and properties of thermal insulation materials and products, all of which fall within the scope of CEN/TC 88: EN 822, Thermal insulating products for building applications — Determination of length and width EN 823, Thermal insulating products for building applications — Determination of thickness EN 824, Thermal insulating products for building applications — Determination of squareness EN 825, Thermal insulating products for building applications — Determination of flatness EN 826, Thermal insulating products for building applications — Determination of compression behaviour EN 1602, Thermal insulating products for building applications — Determination of the apparent density EN 1603, Thermal insulating products for building applications — Determination of dimensional stability under constant normal laboratory conditions (23 °C/50 % relative humidity) EN 1604, Thermal insulating products for building applications — Determination of dimensional stability under specified temperature and humidity conditions EN 1605, Thermal insulating products for building applications — Determination of deformation under specified compressive load and temperature conditions EN 1606, Thermal insulating products for building applications — Determination of compressive creep SIST EN 1604:2013
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