BS ISO 4586-6:2018 pdf download – High-pressure decorative laminates (HPL, HPDL) – Sheets based on thermosetting resins (usually called laminates) Part 6: Classification and specifications for exterior-grade compact laminates of thickness 2 mm and greater
This document applies to exterior-grade compact laminates of thickness 2 mm and greater. It specifies requirements for standard and flame-retardant laminates intended for use under outdoor weather conditions such as direct sunlight, rain, and frost. Two levels of performance are specified; one for moderate exterior conditions, and the other for severe exterior conditions.
ISO 4586-2 specifies the methods of test relevant to this document.
2 Normative references
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. Forundated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
ISO 178, Plastics — Determination of flexural properties
ISO 527-2, Plastics — Determination of tensile properties — Part 2: Test conditions for moulding and extrusion plastics
ISO 1183-1, Plastics — Methods for determining the density of non-cellular plastics — Part 1: Immersion method, liquid pyknometer method and titration method
ISO 4586-2:2018, High-pressure decorative laminates (HPL) — Sheets based on thermosetting resins (usually called laminates) — Part 2: Determination of properties
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply.
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3.1
high-pressure decorative laminate
HPL HPDL
sheet consisting of layers of cellulosic fibrous material (normally paper) impregnated with thermosetting resins and bonded together by the high pressure process (3.2)
Note 1 to entry: This is a general definition of high-pressure decorative laminate(s). More specific product definitions can be found in ISO 4586-3 to ISO 4586-8.
Note 2 to entry: The surface layer(s) on one or both sides, having decorative colours or designs, are typically impregnated with melamine based resins. The core layers are typically impregnated with phenolic based resins.
Note 3 to entry: The back of the sheet(s) may be made suitable for adhesive bonding to a substrate.
3.2
high-pressure process
simultaneous application of heat (temperature ≥ 120 °C) and high specific pressure (≥ 5 MPa), to provide flowing and subsequent curing of the thermosetting resins to obtain a homogeneous non porous material with increased density (≥ 1,35 g/cm 3 ), and with the required surface finish
3.3
surface layer
upper decorative layer consisting in one or more sheets of fibrous material (usually paper) impregnated with aminoplastic thermosetting resins (usually melamine based resins) or other curable resins or other decorative design surfaces such as metal foils, wood-veneers, and textiles, etc. which are not necessarily treated with thermosetting resin
3.4
core layer
fibrous material (usually paper) impregnated with thermosetting resins (usually phenolic based resins) or other curable resins, possibly reinforced by metal layer(s) or metal mesh(es) and others which are not necessarily treated with thermosetting resin
4 Material types and classification system
Exterior-grade compact laminates are defined using the three letter classification system shown in Table 1.
5 Requirements
5.1 Compliance
Exterior-grade compact laminate types EGS, EGF, EDS and EDF shall meet all appropriate requirements specified in 5.2, 5.3 and 5.4. This applies to both full-size sheets and cut-to-size panels.
5.2 Inspection requirements
5.2.1 General
Inspection shall be carried out in accordance with ISO 4586-2:2018, Clause 4 at a distance of 0,75 m to 1,5 m.
5.2.2 Colour and pattern
When inspected in daylight or D65 standard illuminant and again under tungsten illuminant A, there shall be no significant difference between the corresponding colour reference sample held by the supplier and the specimen under test.
Where colour and surface finish are critical, it is recommended that sheets be checked for colour and surface finish compatibility before fabrication or installation.
5.2.3 Surface finish
When inspected at different viewing angles, there shall be no significant difference between the corresponding surface-finish reference sample held by the supplier and the specimen under test.
Where colour and surface finish are critical, it is recommended that sheets be checked for colour and surface finish compatibility before fabrication or installation.BS ISO 4586-6 pdf download.