This European Standard specifies the dimensions, the method of sampling, the preparation of the test specimens
and the conditions for performing the tensile test with waisted test specimens in order to determine the tensile
energy welding factor.
A tensile test with waisted specimens may be used in conjunction with other tests (e.g. bend, tensile, tensile creep,
macro...) to assess the performance of welded assemblies, made from thermoplastics materials.
The test is applicable to co-axial or co-planar welded assemblies made from thermoplastics materials filled or
unfilled, but not reinforced, irrespective of the welding process used. It is not applicable to tubular assemblies with a
nominal outside diameter less than 90 mm.
BS EN 12814-7:2002 history
2024BS EN 12814-7:2024 Testing of welded joints of thermoplastics semi-finished products - Tensile test with waisted test specimens
2002BS EN 12814-7:2002 Testing of welded joints of thermoplastics semi-finished products - Tensile test with waisted test specimens