This European Standard specifies a test method for measuring the puncture resistance of protective clothing or materials used for these products.
The puncture resistance is expressed as the maximum force required to push a spike with a specified speed through the test specimens.
BS EN 863:1995 history
0000 BS EN 863:1996(1999)
1996BS EN 863:1996 Protective clothing - Mechanical properties - Test method: puncture resistance
1970BS EN 863:1995 Protective clothing - Mechanical properties - Test method: puncture resistance