EN 1653:1997
(Main)Copper and copper alloys - Plate, sheet and circles for boilers, pressure vessels and hot water storage units
Copper and copper alloys - Plate, sheet and circles for boilers, pressure vessels and hot water storage units
This European Standard specifies the composition, property requirements and tolerances on dimensions and form for copper and copper alloy plate, sheet and circles for boilers, pressure vessels, heat exchangers and hot water storage units. The sampling procedures, the methods of test for verification of conformity to the requirements of this standard, and the delivery conditions are also specified.
Kupfer und Kupferlegierungen - Platten, Bleche und Ronden für Kessel, Druckbehälter und Warmwasserspeicheranlagen
Diese Europäische Norm legt die Zusammensetzung, die Anforderungen an Eigenschaften, Grenzabmaße und Formtoleranzen von Platten, Blechen und Ronden aus Kupfer und Kupferlegierungen für Kessel, Druckbehälter, Wärmeaustauscher und Warmwasserspeicheranlagen fest. Der Ablauf der Probenentnahme, die Prüfverfahren zur Feststellung der Übereinstimmung mit den Anforderungen dieser Norm und die Lieferbedingungen sind ebenfalls festgelegt.
Cuivre et alliages de cuivre - Plaques, tôles et disques pour chaudières, réservoirs à pression et unités de stockage d'eau chaude
La présente norme européenne spécifie la composition, les caractéristiques et les tolérances de dimensions et de formes des plaques, tôles, et disques en cuivre et alliages de cuivre pour chaudières, réservoirs à pression, échangeurs thermiques et unités de stockage d'eau chaude. Les procédures d'échantillonnage,les méthodes d'essai pour la vérification de la conformité aux prescriptions de la présente norme et les conditions de livraison sont également spécifiées.
Baker in bakrove zlitine - Plošče, pločevina in diski za grelnike vode, tlačne posode ter hranilnike vroče vode
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 16-Dec-1997
- Withdrawal Date
- 29-Jun-1998
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 133 - Copper and copper alloys
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 133/WG 2 - Rolled flat products
- Current Stage
- 9093 - Decision to confirm - Review Enquiry
- Start Date
- 16-Nov-2023
- Completion Date
- 14-Apr-2025
Relations
- Effective Date
- 22-Dec-2008
Overview
EN 1653:1997 - published by CEN - defines requirements for copper and copper alloy plate, sheet and circles intended for use in boilers, pressure vessels, heat exchangers and hot water storage units. The standard covers material composition, property requirements, dimensional and form tolerances, plus the sampling procedures, test methods for conformity verification and delivery conditions needed to ensure consistent quality and safe service.
Key topics and requirements
- Material scope: Applies to copper and copper alloy plate, sheet and circles for pressure- and heat-related equipment.
- Composition and properties: Specifies the required chemical and mechanical property classes for eligible copper alloys (as applicable to pressure equipment).
- Dimensional and form tolerances: Defines acceptable limits on thickness, flatness, circle form and other geometric tolerances to ensure fit, fabrication and performance.
- Sampling procedures: Details how samples are selected for testing to provide statistically meaningful conformity checks.
- Methods of test: Lists the test types and procedures used to verify chemical composition, mechanical properties and dimensional compliance.
- Conformity verification: Describes acceptance criteria and test-result interpretation for compliance with the standard.
- Delivery conditions: Sets requirements for marking, documentation, packaging and supply conditions to support traceability and handling.
Applications and users
EN 1653 is practical for professionals involved in the design, manufacture, procurement and inspection of pressure and heat-exchange equipment where copper alloys are specified. Typical users include:
- Material suppliers and mill producers of copper plate, sheet and circles
- Boiler, pressure vessel and heat exchanger manufacturers and fabricators
- Procurement and quality managers specifying raw-material acceptance criteria
- Inspection, testing and certification bodies performing conformity assessments
- Maintenance and repair teams validating replacement materials for hot water storage units
Practical uses:
- Creating purchase specifications and certificates of conformity for copper products
- Ensuring material compatibility and safe performance in thermal and pressure applications
- Defining inspection and acceptance testing during incoming-material quality control
- Supporting regulatory compliance and traceability in manufacturing and servicing
Related standards
EN 1653 should be used alongside other applicable European standards for pressure equipment, materials and testing. Users typically consult relevant EN standards for pressure vessels, boiler codes and specific copper product standards to ensure comprehensive compliance and design safety.
Keywords: EN 1653, copper and copper alloys, plate sheet circles, boilers, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, hot water storage units, material composition, tolerances, sampling procedures, methods of test, delivery conditions, conformity verification.
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 1653:1997 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Copper and copper alloys - Plate, sheet and circles for boilers, pressure vessels and hot water storage units". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies the composition, property requirements and tolerances on dimensions and form for copper and copper alloy plate, sheet and circles for boilers, pressure vessels, heat exchangers and hot water storage units. The sampling procedures, the methods of test for verification of conformity to the requirements of this standard, and the delivery conditions are also specified.
This European Standard specifies the composition, property requirements and tolerances on dimensions and form for copper and copper alloy plate, sheet and circles for boilers, pressure vessels, heat exchangers and hot water storage units. The sampling procedures, the methods of test for verification of conformity to the requirements of this standard, and the delivery conditions are also specified.
EN 1653:1997 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 77.150.30 - Copper products. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 1653:1997 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 1653:1997/A1:2000. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN 1653:1997 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 2014/68/EU, 97/23/EC; Standardization Mandates: M/071. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
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