What is BS EN 1288-5 - Coaxial double ring test about?
BS EN 1288-5 is a European Standard that talks about the Coaxial double ring test. BS EN 1288-5 specifies a method for determining the comparative bending strength of glass for use in buildings.
Note 1: See 5.1.4 in BS EN 1288-1 for an explanation as to why this test method should only be used for comparing the strength types of glass and not for assessing strength for design purposes.
Note 2: The limitations of BS EN 1288-5 are described in BS EN 1288-1.
Note 3: BS EN 1288-1 should be read in conjunction with BS EN 1288-5.
Note 4: BS EN 1288-5 excludes the effects of the edges.
Note 5: The test is not suitable for patterned glass.
Who is BS EN 1288-5 - Coaxial double ring test for?
BS EN 1288-5 on the Coaxial double ring test is useful for:
- Manufacturers of building glass
- Glass Technologists
- Interior Designers and Architects
- Testing authorities
- Regulatory authorities
- Product development authorities
Why should you use BS EN 1288-5 - Coaxial double ring test?
Glass for buildings serves both – aesthetic as well as functional purposes. They have several properties that make them highly useful for a plethora of applications. One of the important properties is the bending strength of the glass. The strength of glass is complex and tough to determine and that is where the coaxial double ring test gets important.
However, this test needs to be carried out effectively. For this, standardization becomes important.
Using BS EN 1288-5 for the effective testing of glass in buildings ensures its high performance. It covers detailed information about the apparatus needed to perform the test, explains the principle of the test, helps the users to execute the calculations as well as concludes the final test report.
BS EN 1288-5 also informs the customers about the reliability and credibility of the glass produced by you.