EN 27201-1:1994
(Main)Fire protection - Fire extinguishing media - Halogenated hydrocarbons - Part 1: Specifications for halon 1211 and halon 1301 (ISO 7201-1:1989)
Fire protection - Fire extinguishing media - Halogenated hydrocarbons - Part 1: Specifications for halon 1211 and halon 1301 (ISO 7201-1:1989)
Specifies requirements for testing by an appropriate method of test given. Does not deal with the conditions of use of these products in fire fighting equipment.
Brandbekämpfung - Löschmittel - Halogenierte Kohlenwasserstoffe - Teil 1: Spezifikationen für Halon 1211 und Halon 1301 (ISO 7201-1:1989)
Protection contre l'incendie - Agents extincteurs - Hydrocarbures halogènes - Partie 1: Spécifications pour les halons 1211 et 1301 (ISO 7201-1:1989)
La présente partie de l'ISO 7201 établit les spécifications
applicables aux hydrocarbures halogénés suivants pour une utilisation
comme agents extincteurs :
a) halon 1211 [difluorochlorobromométhane (CF2ClBr)];
b) halon 1301 [trifluorobromométhane (CF3Br)].
La présente partie de l'ISO 7201 ne vise pas les conditions de mise
en oeuvre de ces produits dans les équipements de lutte contre l'incendie.
Ces derniers (extincteurs portatifs, installations fixes, etc.) feront l'objet
de futures Normes internationales.
Požarna zaščita - Gasila - Halogenirani ogljikovodiki - 1. del: Specifikacije za halon 1211 in halon 1301 (ISO 7201-1:1989)
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 25-May-1994
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 191 - Fixed firefighting systems
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 191 - Fixed firefighting systems
- Current Stage
- 9093 - Decision to confirm - Review Enquiry
- Start Date
- 06-Aug-2007
- Completion Date
- 06-Aug-2007
- Directive
- 89/106/EEC - Construction products
Overview
EN 27201-1:1994 (aligned with ISO 7201-1:1989) specifies requirements and test methods for halogenated hydrocarbon fire‑extinguishing media Halon 1211 and Halon 1301. The standard defines sampling, testing and quality‑assurance criteria to confirm that these media meet minimum performance and safety characteristics for sale and distribution as extinguishing agents. It is important to note that the standard does not cover conditions of use in fire‑fighting equipment.
Key Topics
- Scope: Applies to halon 1211 (bromochlorodifluoromethane) and halon 1301 (bromotrifluoromethane); excludes operational use conditions in extinguishing systems.
- Sampling: Requires liquid‑phase samples to be taken from the manufacturer’s shipping container using the method in ISO 3427; sampling containers must safely resist vapour pressure.
- Quality characteristics: Specifies required checks for purity, acidity, water content, non‑volatile residue, halogen ion presence, and suspended matter or sediment.
- Test methods: Recommends accepted laboratory techniques such as gas‑liquid chromatography for purity, the Karl Fischer method for water content, and referenced ISO test methods (e.g., ISO 3363, ISO 5789) for other determinations.
- Packaging and labelling: Requires containers that are compatible with halons and compliant with national regulations where applicable. Labels must include supplier name/address, product identification (Halon 1211 or Halon 1301), the standard reference (ISO 7201-1 / EN 27201-1), package ID and recommended storage precautions.
- Informative annex: Provides general physical properties and notes on electrical conductivity and other practical considerations; the ability to extinguish fires involving live electrical equipment depends on circumstances and discharge method.
Applications
- Quality control and release testing by manufacturers and chemical laboratories to confirm conformity before dispatch.
- Procurement and compliance checks by distributors, storage facilities and regulators to ensure safe handling, labelling and transportation.
- Reference for organizations updating or drafting equipment‑specific standards that will govern the use and installation of extinguishing systems employing halons.
Related Standards
- ISO 7201-1:1989 (original international text)
- ISO 3427 - sampling of gaseous halogenated hydrocarbons
- ISO 3363 - determination of acidity for fluorochlorinated hydrocarbons
- ISO 5789 - determination of non‑volatile residue
This document is a practical reference for stakeholders involved in testing, shipping and quality assurance of halon fire‑extinguishing media. For operational use and equipment requirements, consult equipment‑specific standards and national regulations.
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 27201-1:1994 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Fire protection - Fire extinguishing media - Halogenated hydrocarbons - Part 1: Specifications for halon 1211 and halon 1301 (ISO 7201-1:1989)". This standard covers: Specifies requirements for testing by an appropriate method of test given. Does not deal with the conditions of use of these products in fire fighting equipment.
Specifies requirements for testing by an appropriate method of test given. Does not deal with the conditions of use of these products in fire fighting equipment.
EN 27201-1:1994 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 13.220.10 - Fire-fighting. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 27201-1:1994 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 305/2011, 89/106/EEC. 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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Standards Content (Sample)
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Brandbekämpfung - Löschmittel - Halogenierte Kohlenwasserstoffe - Teil 1: Spezifikationen für Halon 1211 und Halon 1301 (ISO 7201-1:1989)Protection contre l'incendie - Agents extincteurs - Hydrocarbures halogenes - Partie 1: Spécifications pour les halons 1211 et 1301 (ISO 7201-1:1989)Fire protection - Fire extinguishing media - Halogenated hydrocarbons - Part 1: Specifications for halon 1211 and halon 1301 (ISO 7201-1:1989)13.220.10Gašenje požaraFire-fightingICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 27201-1:1994SIST EN 27201-1:1997en01-december-1997SIST EN 27201-1:1997SLOVENSKI
STANDARD
I NTER NAT1 ON AL STANDARD IS0 7201-1 Second edition 1989-12-1 5 Fire protection - Fire extinguishing media - Halogenated hydrocarbons - Part 1 : Specifications for halon 1211 and halon 1301 Protection contre l'incendie - Agents extincteurs - Hydrocarbures halogénés - Partie 1: Spécifications pour les halons 1211 et 1301 Reference number IS0 7201-1 1989 (E) SIST EN 27201-1:1997
IS0 7201-1 : 1989 (E) Foreword IS0 (the International Organization for Standardization) is a worldwide federation of national standards bodies (IS0 member bodies). The work of pwparing International Standards is normally carried out through IS0 technical committees. Each member body interested in a subject for which a technical committee has been established has the right to be represented on that committee. International organizations, govern- mental and non-governmental, in liaison with ISO, also take part in the work. IS0 collaborates closely with the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) on all matters of electrotechnical standardization. Draft International Standards adopted by the technical committees are circulated to the member bodies for approval before their acceptance as International Standards by the IS0 Council. They are approved in accordance with IS0 procedures requiring at least 75 % approval by the member bodies voting. International Standard IS0 7201-1 was prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 21, Equipment for fire protection and fire fighting. This second edition cancels and replaces the first edition (IS0 7201 : 19821, which has been technically revised. At present, IS0 7201 consists of the following part, under the general title Fireprotec- tion - Fire extinguishing media - Halogenated hydrocarbons : - Part 1: Specifications for halon 1211 and halon 1301 Annex A of this part of IS0 7201 is for information only. O IS0 1989 All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or utilized in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and microfilm, without permission in writing from the publisher. international Organization for Standardization Case postale 56 O CH-121 1 Genève 20 Switzerland Printed in Switzerland ii SIST EN 27201-1:1997
IS0 7201-1 : 1989 (E) Introduction This International Standard is one of a series giving specifications for fire extinguishing media in common use and which are in need of standardization for fire fighting pur- poses. These specifications are designed to establish that the medium in question has at least a minimum useful fire extinguishing capability and can therefore be reasonably sold for fire extinguishing purposes. Requirements for media used in particular equipment will form the subject of future International Standards. . 111 SIST EN 27201-1:1997
INTERNATIONAL STANDARD ISO7201-1 : 1989 (E) Fire protection - Fire extinguishing media - Halogenated hydrocarbons - Part 1: Specifications for halon 1211 and halon 1301 - 1 Scope This part of IS0 7201 specifies requirements for the following halogenated hydrocarbons for use as fire extinguishing media : a) b) halon 1301 [bromotrifluoromethane (CF3Br)l. halon 121 1 [bromochlorodifluoromethane (CF2CiBr)l; This part of IS0 7201 does not deal with the conditions of use of these products in fire fighting equipment. Such equipment (portable fire extinguishers, fixed installations, etc.) will be dealt with in future International Standards, 2 Normative references The following standards contain provisions which, through reference in this text, constitute provisions of this part of IS0 7201. At the time of publication, the editions indicated were valid. All stan
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