EN ISO 20558-2:2019
(Main)Plastics - Poly(phenylene sulfide) (PPS) moulding and extrusion materials - Part 2: Preparation of test specimen and determination of properties (ISO 20558-2:2018)
Plastics - Poly(phenylene sulfide) (PPS) moulding and extrusion materials - Part 2: Preparation of test specimen and determination of properties (ISO 20558-2:2018)
This document specifies the methods of preparation of test specimens and the test methods to be used in determining the properties of poly(phenylene sulfide) (PPS) moulding and extrusion materials. Requirements for handling test material and for conditioning both the test material before moulding and the specimens before testing are given.
Procedures and conditions are described for the preparation of test specimens, and procedures for measuring properties of the materials from which these specimens are made are given. Properties and test methods which are suitable and necessary to characterize poly(phenylene sulfide) moulding and extrusion materials are listed.
The properties have been selected from the general test methods in ISO 10350‑1. Other test methods in wide use for, or of particular significance to, these moulding and extrusion materials are also included in this document as are the designatory properties specified in ISO 20558‑1 (melt mass-flow rate or melt viscosity, density and tensile modulus).
In order to obtain reproducible and comparable test results, it is intended to use the methods of preparation and conditioning, the specimen dimensions and the test procedures specified in this document. Values determined will not necessarily be identical to those obtained using specimens of different dimensions or prepared using different procedures.
Kunststoffe - Polyphenylensulfid (PPS)-Werkstoffe - Teil 2: Herstellung von Probekörpern und Bestimmung von Eigenschaften (ISO 20558-2:2018)
Plastiques - Matériaux pour moulage et extrusion en poly(phénylène sulfide) (PPS) - Partie 2: Préparation des éprouvettes et détermination des propriétés (ISO 20558-2:2018)
Le présent document spécifie les méthodes de préparation des éprouvettes et les méthodes d'essai à utiliser pour déterminer les propriétés des matériaux à base de poly(sulfure de phénylène) (PPS) pour moulage et extrusion. Les exigences relatives à la manipulation du matériau d'essai et au conditionnement du matériau d'essai avant moulage et des éprouvettes avant essai sont indiquées.
Les modes opératoires et les conditions nécessaires à la préparation des éprouvettes, ainsi que les modes opératoires de mesure des propriétés des matériaux à partir desquels les éprouvettes sont obtenues sont donnés. Les propriétés et méthodes d'essai qui sont utiles et nécessaires pour caractériser les matériaux pour moulage et extrusion à base de poly(sulfure de phénylène) sont énumérées.
Les propriétés ont été sélectionnées parmi les méthodes d'essai générales de l'ISO 10350‑1. D'autres méthodes d'essai largement utilisées ou qui revêtent une importance particulière pour ces matériaux pour moulage et extrusion sont aussi incluses dans l'ISO 20558‑1 (indice de fluidité à chaud en masse ou viscosité à l'état fondu, masse volumique et module en traction).
Dans le but d'obtenir des résultats d'essai reproductibles et comparables, il est prévu d'utiliser les méthodes de préparation et de conditionnement, les dimensions d'éprouvette ainsi que les modes opératoires d'essai spécifiés dans le présent document. Les valeurs déterminées ne seront pas nécessairement identiques à celles obtenues en utilisant des éprouvettes de dimensions différentes ou préparées selon des modes opératoires différents.
Polimerni materiali - Materiali na osnovi polifenilensulfida (PPS) za oblikovanje in ekstrudiranje - 2. del: Priprava preskušancev in ugotavljanje lastnosti (ISO 20558-2:2018)
Ta dokument določa metode za pripravo preskušancev in preskusnih metod za uporabo pri ugotavljanju lastnosti materialov na osnovi polifenilensulfida (PPS) za oblikovanje in ekstrudiranje. Podane so zahteve za ravnanje s preskusnim materialom ter obdelavo preskusnega materiala pred oblikovanjem in obdelavo preskušancev pred preskusom.
Opisani so postopki in pogoji za pripravo preskušancev ter podani postopki za merjenje lastnosti materialov, iz katerih so izdelani preskušanci. Navedene so lastnosti in preskusne metode, ki so primerne in potrebne za opredelitev materialov na osnovi polifenilensulfida za oblikovanje in ekstrudiranje.
Lastnosti so bile izbrane na podlagi splošnih preskusnih metod iz standarda ISO 10350‑1. Druge preskusne metode, ki so v splošni uporabi ali posebej pomembne za te materiale za oblikovanje in ekstrudiranje, so prav tako vključene v ta dokument, vključene pa so tudi označevalne lastnosti, določene v standardu ISO 20558‑1 (stopnja pretok taline ali viskoznost taline, gostota in natezni modul).
Da se zagotovijo primerljivi in ponovljivi rezultati preskusa, naj se uporabljajo metode priprave in obdelave, mere preskušanca ter preskusni postopki, ki so določeni v tem dokumentu. Pri tem ni nujno, da bodo ugotovljene vrednosti enake tistim, ki so pridobljene z uporabo preskušancev, ki imajo drugačne mere ali so pripravljeni z uporabo drugih postopkov.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 19-Mar-2019
- Withdrawal Date
- 29-Sep-2019
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 249 - Plastics
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 249 - Plastics
- Current Stage
- 6060 - Definitive text made available (DAV) - Publishing
- Start Date
- 20-Mar-2019
- Due Date
- 21-Nov-2020
- Completion Date
- 20-Mar-2019
Relations
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
Overview
EN ISO 20558-2:2019 (ISO 20558-2:2018) defines standardized methods for preparing test specimens and determining the properties of poly(phenylene sulfide) (PPS) moulding and extrusion materials. The standard specifies handling and conditioning of feed material, injection‑moulding procedures, specimen conditioning, and the test methods appropriate to characterize PPS in a reproducible and comparable way. It is intended to support consistent material data generation for suppliers, test laboratories and designers working with PPS.
Key topics and requirements
- Scope: Methods for preparation of test specimens and measurement of rheological, mechanical, thermal and electrical properties for PPS moulding and extrusion materials.
- Material handling: Moisture content of material before processing shall not exceed 0.05 % by mass; dry material per manufacturer’s instructions if limit exceeded. Recommended use of gas blanketing or dehumidifying hopper-driers to maintain low moisture.
- Specimen preparation: Specimens shall be produced by injection moulding following ISO 294-1 and the conditions specified in the standard (e.g., melt temperature ~320 °C, mould temperature ~140 °C, injection velocity 350 ±150 mm/s, hold time 20 ±10 s, total cycle time 60 s). Consistent processing conditions are essential for reproducible results.
- Conditioning: Test specimens conditioned per ISO 291 for at least 4 h at (23 ± 2) °C and (50 ± 5) % RH (standard atmosphere) unless otherwise stated.
- Property selection and testing: Properties are selected from ISO 10350‑1 and other relevant standards. Designatory properties referenced in ISO 20558‑1 (melt mass‑flow rate or melt viscosity, density and tensile modulus) are included. Typical test areas:
- Rheological: MFR/MVR (ISO 1133‑1), melt viscosity (ISO 11443)
- Mechanical: tensile properties (ISO 527‑2), flexural (ISO 178), Charpy impact (ISO 179‑1)
- Thermal: DSC (ISO 11357‑3), TMA (ISO 11359‑2), heat deflection (ISO 75‑2)
- Electrical: volume/surface resistivity, tracking and dielectric tests (IEC series)
- Other: density (ISO 1183‑1), ash content (ISO 3451‑1), fluidity (ISO 11443)
Applications - who uses it and why
- Material suppliers and compounders: to generate certified material data sheets and ensure batch-to-batch comparability.
- Test laboratories / quality control: to produce reproducible, comparable test results for acceptance testing and certification.
- Design and application engineers: to select appropriate PPS grades based on standardized mechanical, thermal and electrical properties.
- Standards writers and procurement: to reference consistent test methods in specifications and purchase agreements.
Related standards
- ISO 20558-1 (designation/basis for specifications)
- ISO 10350-1 (data acquisition/presentation)
- ISO 294-1, ISO 20753, ISO 527-2, ISO 1133-1, ISO 1183-1, ISO 11357-3, ISO 11359-2, IEC series (electrical tests)
EN ISO 20558-2:2019 ensures consistent, comparable characterization of PPS moulding and extrusion materials - a foundation for reliable material selection, product development and quality assurance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
EN ISO 20558-2:2019 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Plastics - Poly(phenylene sulfide) (PPS) moulding and extrusion materials - Part 2: Preparation of test specimen and determination of properties (ISO 20558-2:2018)". This standard covers: This document specifies the methods of preparation of test specimens and the test methods to be used in determining the properties of poly(phenylene sulfide) (PPS) moulding and extrusion materials. Requirements for handling test material and for conditioning both the test material before moulding and the specimens before testing are given. Procedures and conditions are described for the preparation of test specimens, and procedures for measuring properties of the materials from which these specimens are made are given. Properties and test methods which are suitable and necessary to characterize poly(phenylene sulfide) moulding and extrusion materials are listed. The properties have been selected from the general test methods in ISO 10350‑1. Other test methods in wide use for, or of particular significance to, these moulding and extrusion materials are also included in this document as are the designatory properties specified in ISO 20558‑1 (melt mass-flow rate or melt viscosity, density and tensile modulus). In order to obtain reproducible and comparable test results, it is intended to use the methods of preparation and conditioning, the specimen dimensions and the test procedures specified in this document. Values determined will not necessarily be identical to those obtained using specimens of different dimensions or prepared using different procedures.
This document specifies the methods of preparation of test specimens and the test methods to be used in determining the properties of poly(phenylene sulfide) (PPS) moulding and extrusion materials. Requirements for handling test material and for conditioning both the test material before moulding and the specimens before testing are given. Procedures and conditions are described for the preparation of test specimens, and procedures for measuring properties of the materials from which these specimens are made are given. Properties and test methods which are suitable and necessary to characterize poly(phenylene sulfide) moulding and extrusion materials are listed. The properties have been selected from the general test methods in ISO 10350‑1. Other test methods in wide use for, or of particular significance to, these moulding and extrusion materials are also included in this document as are the designatory properties specified in ISO 20558‑1 (melt mass-flow rate or melt viscosity, density and tensile modulus). In order to obtain reproducible and comparable test results, it is intended to use the methods of preparation and conditioning, the specimen dimensions and the test procedures specified in this document. Values determined will not necessarily be identical to those obtained using specimens of different dimensions or prepared using different procedures.
EN ISO 20558-2:2019 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 83.080.20 - Thermoplastic materials. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN ISO 20558-2:2019 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 148-1:1999, EN 230:1990, EN ISO 7840:2018, EN 13232-7:2023, CEN ISO/TR 3834-6:2007, EN 10315:2006, EN 4165-026:2015, EN 4533-003:2017. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN ISO 20558-2:2019 is available in PDF format for immediate download after purchase. The document can be added to your cart and obtained through the secure checkout process. Digital delivery ensures instant access to the complete standard document.
Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-maj-2019
Polimerni materiali - Materiali na osnovi polifenilensulfida (PPS) za oblikovanje in
ekstrudiranje - 2. del: Priprava preskušancev in ugotavljanje lastnosti (ISO 20558-
2:2018)
Plastics - Poly(phenylene sulfide) (PPS) moulding and extrusion materials - Part 2:
Preparation of test specimen and determination of properties (ISO 20558-2:2018)
Kunststoffe - Polyphenylensulfid (PPS)-Werkstoffe - Teil 2: Herstellung von
Probekörpern und Bestimmung von Eigenschaften (ISO 20558-2:2018)
Plastiques - Matériaux pour moulage et extrusion en poly(phénylène sulfide) (PPS) -
Partie 2: Préparation des éprouvettes et détermination des propriétés (ISO 20558-
2:2018)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN ISO 20558-2:2019
ICS:
83.080.20 Plastomeri Thermoplastic materials
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
EN ISO 20558-2
EUROPEAN STANDARD
NORME EUROPÉENNE
March 2019
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 83.080.20
English Version
Plastics - Poly(phenylene sulfide) (PPS) moulding and
extrusion materials - Part 2: Preparation of test specimen
and determination of properties (ISO 20558-2:2018)
Plastiques - Matériaux pour moulage et extrusion en Kunststoffe - Polyphenylensulfid (PPS)-Werkstoffe -
poly(phénylène sulfide) (PPS) - Partie 2: Préparation Teil 2: Herstellung von Probekörpern und Bestimmung
des éprouvettes et détermination des propriétés (ISO von Eigenschaften (ISO 20558-2:2018)
20558-2:2018)
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European foreword . 3
European foreword
The text of ISO 20558-2:2018 has been prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 61 "Plastics” of the
International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and has been taken over as EN ISO 20558-2:2019
by Technical Committee CEN/TC 249 “Plastics” the secretariat of which is held by NBN.
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The text of ISO 20558-2:2018 has been approved by CEN as EN ISO 20558-2:2019 without any
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INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 20558-2
First edition
2018-04
Plastics — Poly(phenylene sulfide)
(PPS) moulding and extrusion
materials —
Part 2:
Preparation of test specimen and
determination of properties
Plastiques — Matériaux pour moulage et extrusion en poly(phénylène
sulfide) (PPS) —
Partie 2: Préparation des éprouvettes et détermination des propriétés
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Contents Page
Foreword .iv
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 2
4 Preparation of test specimens . 2
4.1 General . 2
4.2 Treatment of material before moulding . 2
4.3 Injection moulding . 3
5 Conditioning of test specimens for physical, thermal and electrical properties .3
6 Determination of properties . 3
Bibliography . 6
ISO 20558-2:2018(E)
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This first edition of ISO 20558-2 cancel and replaces ISO 28078-2:2009, which has been technically
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Plastics — Poly(phenylene sulfide) (PPS) moulding and
extrusion materials —
Part 2:
Preparation of test specimen and determination of
properties
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