EN 1670:1998

EN 1670:1998 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Building hardware - Corrosion resistance - Requirements and test methods". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies the requirements for the corrosion resistance of hardware for doors, windows, shutters and curtain walling. The standard specifies requirements for both coated and uncoated surfaces, four grades (classes) of corrosion resistance being laid down in accordance with the different conditions of use (grades(classes) 1 to 4). A grade (class) 0 is also included for which no requirements have been specified. Requirements for levels of corrosion higher than those laid down for grade (class) 4 have not been included in this standard and are subject to agreement where required.

This European Standard specifies the requirements for the corrosion resistance of hardware for doors, windows, shutters and curtain walling. The standard specifies requirements for both coated and uncoated surfaces, four grades (classes) of corrosion resistance being laid down in accordance with the different conditions of use (grades(classes) 1 to 4). A grade (class) 0 is also included for which no requirements have been specified. Requirements for levels of corrosion higher than those laid down for grade (class) 4 have not been included in this standard and are subject to agreement where required.

EN 1670:1998 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 91.190 - Building accessories. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.

EN 1670:1998 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 1670:2007, EN 14637:2007, EN 12051:1999, EN 1303:2005, EN 12209:2003, EN 1935:2002. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.

EN 1670:1998 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 305/2011, 89/106/EEC; Standardization Mandates: M/101. 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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