EN 438-1:2016 High-pressure decorative laminates (HPL) - Sheets based on thermosetting resins (usually called laminates) - Part 1: Introduction and general information
This part of EN 438 gives an overview of the standard, and provides guidance in the selection and application of test methods and specifications contained in EN 438-2, EN 438-3, EN 438-4, EN 438-5, EN 438-6, EN 438-7, EN 438-8 and EN 438-9. This European Standard is applicable to high-pressure decorative laminate(s) (HPL) produced by using a high pressure process.
EN 438-1:2016 Referenced Document
EN 1186-1:2002 Materials and articles in contact with foodstuffs - Plastics - Part 1: Guide to the selection of conditions and test methods for overall migration
EN 1186-2:2002 Materials and articles in contact with foodstuffs - Plastics - Part 2: Test methods for overall migration into olive oil by total immersion
EN 1186-3:2002 Materials and articles in contact with foodstuffs - Plastics - Part 3: Test methods for overall migration into aqueous food simulants by total immersion
EN 1186-4:2002 Materials and articles in contact with foodstuffs - Plastics - Part 4: Test methods for overall migration into olive oil by cell
EN 1186-5:2002 Materials and Articles in Contact with Foodstuffs - Plastics - Part 5: Test Methods for Overall Migration into Aqueous Food Simulants by Cell Supersedes ENV 1186-5: 1994
EN 438-2:2016 High-pressure decorative laminates (HPL) - Sheets based on thermosetting resins (usually called laminates) - Part 2: Determination of properties
EN 438-3:2016 High-pressure decorative laminates (HPL) - Sheets based on thermosetting resins (usually called laminates) - Part 3: Classification and specifications for laminates less than 2 mm thick intended for bonding to supporting substrates
EN 438-4:2016 High-pressure decorative laminates (HPL) - Sheets based on thermosetting resins (usually called laminates) - Part 4: Classification and specifications for compact laminates of thickness 2 mm and greater
EN 438-5:2016 High-pressure decorative laminates (HPL) - Sheets based on thermosetting resins (usually called laminates) - Part 5: Classification and specifications for flooring grade laminates less than 2 mm thick intended for bonding to supporting substrates
EN 438-6:2016 High-pressure decorative laminates (HPL) - Sheets based on thermosetting resins (usually called laminates) - Part 6: Classification and specifications for Exterior-grade compact laminates of thickness 2 mm and greater
EN 438-7:2005 High-pressure decorative laminates (HPL) - Sheets based on thermosetting resins (Usually called Laminates) - Part 7: Compact laminate and HPL composite panels for internal and external wall and ceiling finishes
EN 438-8:2009 High-pressure decorative laminates (HPL) - Sheets based on thermosetting resins (Usually called Laminates) - Part 8: Classification and specifications for design laminates
EN 438-1:2016 history
2016EN 438-1:2016 High-pressure decorative laminates (HPL) - Sheets based on thermosetting resins (usually called laminates) - Part 1: Introduction and general information
2005EN 438-1:2005 High-pressure decorative laminates (HPL) - Sheets based on thermosetting resins (Usually called Laminates) - Part 1: Introduction and general information
1994EN 438-1:1994 Decorative High-Pressure Laminates (HPL) - Sheets Based on Thermosetting Resins - Flooring Grade Decorative Laminates
1991EN 438-1:1991 Decorative High-Pressure Laminates (HPL)-Sheets Based on Thermosetting Resins-Part 1: Specifications Superseded by EN 438-2:01/2005 and EN 438-4:01/2005