prEN ISO 20871
(Main)Footwear - Test methods for outsoles - Abrasion resistance
Footwear - Test methods for outsoles - Abrasion resistance
This International standard specifies a method for the determination of the abrasion resistance for outsoles, irrespective of the material.
Schuhe - Prüfverfahren für Laufsohlen - Abriebwiderstand
Chaussures - Méthodes d'essai applicables aux semelles d'usure - Résistance à l'abrasion
Obutev - Preskusne metode za zunanje podplate - Odpornost proti odrgnjenju (ISO/DIS 20871:2016)
General Information
- Status
- Not Published
- Publication Date
- 14-Mar-2016
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 309 - Footwear
- Current Stage
- 3098 - Decision to reject - Consensus building
- Start Date
- 11-Apr-2014
- Completion Date
- 11-Apr-2014
Relations
- Effective Date
- 13-Mar-2013
Overview
prEN ISO 20871 is an international draft standard developed by CEN and ISO Technical Committees focused on footwear testing. It specifies a test method for determining the abrasion resistance of footwear outsoles, regardless of the material used. Abrasion resistance is a critical performance attribute that impacts the durability and wear life of footwear, especially in demanding applications.
This standard outlines a controlled laboratory procedure using a specialized abrasion testing machine, enabling manufacturers and testing labs to quantify outsole wear characteristics consistently and reliably. The method supports quality assurance, material comparison, and product development in the footwear industry.
Key Topics
- Abrasion Resistance Determination: Defines the mechanical testing procedure to assess how well outsole materials resist wear due to friction or rubbing against abrasive surfaces.
- Test Apparatus Specification: Describes the equipment comprising a rotatable cylindrical drum with abrasive cloth affixed and a movable test piece holder that applies controlled force and motion.
- Test Conditions:
- Abrasive cloth made from aluminium oxide, grain size 60, ensuring consistent abrasive properties.
- Vertical force applied to the outsole test specimen: 10 N ± 0.2 N.
- Abrasion distance commonly set to 40 meters (~84 drum revolutions), with possibility to reduce to 20 meters for high wear-out samples.
- Specimen dimensions standardized with cylindrical shape, diameter 16 mm ± 0.2 mm, minimum thickness 6 mm.
- Sampling and Conditioning: Specifies test piece preparation from footwear outsoles and conditioning under standard atmospheres before testing as per ISO 18454.
- Result Expression:
- Relative mass loss (mg) and relative volume loss (mm³) calculations to quantify wear.
- Use of standard rubbers for comparison to validate test runs and abrasive cloth condition.
- Reporting Requirements: Comprehensive test report guidelines including sample details, test conditions, results, and any procedural deviations.
Applications
- Footwear Manufacturing: Enables evaluation of outsole materials' wear resistance for quality control and material selection during product development.
- Material Research: Supports laboratories in comparing different rubber compounds, polymers, or composites for durability enhancement.
- Compliance and Certification: Assists regulatory bodies and brand owners in verifying outsole abrasion resistance to meet performance criteria or product standards.
- Performance Benchmarking: Provides standardized data facilitating comparisons across different footwear products or suppliers.
- Product Development: Enhances understanding of material wear behaviors which drives improvement in outsole design, composition, and lifecycle.
Related Standards
- ISO 4649 – Rubber Abrasion Resistance using rotating cylindrical drum device; referenced for standard rubbers and abrasive cloth specifications.
- ISO 18454 – Standard atmospheres for conditioning and testing footwear components.
- ISO 17709 – Sampling locations for footwear components.
- ISO 2420 – Leather density determination relevant for certain outsole materials.
- ISO 2781 – Vulcanized rubber density determination.
- EN 13400 – Sampling method referenced for outsole specimen preparation.
By adhering to prEN ISO 20871, footwear manufacturers and testing bodies can reliably measure outsole abrasion resistance, supporting product quality, durability, and customer satisfaction. This precise, replicable test method is crucial for maintaining high standards in footwear durability across global markets.
Frequently Asked Questions
prEN ISO 20871 is a draft published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Footwear - Test methods for outsoles - Abrasion resistance". This standard covers: This International standard specifies a method for the determination of the abrasion resistance for outsoles, irrespective of the material.
This International standard specifies a method for the determination of the abrasion resistance for outsoles, irrespective of the material.
prEN ISO 20871 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 61.060 - Footwear. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
prEN ISO 20871 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 12770:1999. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-april-2016
Obutev - Preskusne metode za zunanje podplate - Odpornost proti odrgnjenju
(ISO/DIS 20871:2016)
Footwear - Test methods for outsoles - Abrasion resistance (ISO/DIS 20871:2016)
Schuhe - Prüfverfahren für Laufsohlen - Abriebwiderstand (ISO/DIS 20871:2016)
Chaussures - Méthodes d'essai applicables aux semelles d'usure - Résistance à
l'abrasion (ISO/DIS 20871:2016)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: prEN ISO 20871
ICS:
61.060 Obuvala Footwear
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
DRAFT INTERNATIONAL STANDARD
ISO/DIS 20871
ISO/TC 216 Secretariat: AENOR
Voting begins on: Voting terminates on:
2016-01-28 2016-04-28
Footwear — Test methods for outsoles — Abrasion
resistance
Chaussures — Méthodes d’essai applicables aux semelles d’usure — Résistance à l’abrasion
ICS: 61.060
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ISO/WD 20871
Foreword
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ISO 20871 was prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 216, Footwear, Subcommittee SC , and by
Technical Committee CEN/TC 309, Footwear in collaboration.
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WORKING DRAFT ISO/WD 20871
Footwear — Test methods for outsoles — Abrasion resistance
1 Scope
This International standard specifies a method for the determination of the abrasion resistance for outsoles,
irrespective of the material.
2 Normative references
The following normative documents contain provisions which, through reference in this text, constitute
provisions of this International Standard. For dated references, subsequent amendments to, or revisions of,
any of these publications do not apply. However, parties to agreements based on this International Standard
are encouraged to investigate the possibility of applying the most recent editions of the normative documents
indicated below. For undated references, the latest edition of the normative document referred to applies.
Members of ISO and IEC maintain registers of currently valid International Standards.
ISO 18454, Footwear. Standard atmospheres for conditioning and testing of footwear and components for
footwear.
ISO 17709, Footwear. Sampling location of components for footwear.
ISO 2420, Leather. Determination of apparent density.
ISO 2781, Rubber vulcanized. Determination of density.
ISO 4649, Rubber. Determination of abrasion resistance using a rotating cylindrical drum device.
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this standard the following definitions apply:
3.1
abrasion resistance
the resistance to wear by mechanical action upon a surface
3.2
relative mass loss
the mass loss, in milligrams, of the outsole after being subjected to abrasion by an abrasive cloth will cause
the appropriate standard rubber to lose a mass of 200 mg under the preferred conditions, namely a distance
of 40 m, a load of 10 N and using a non-rotating test piece
3.3
relative volume loss
the volume loss, in cubic millimetres, of the test rubber after being subjected to abrasion by an abrasive cloth
will cause the appropriate standard rubber (see clause B.1 of ISO 4649) to lose a mass of 200 mg under the
preferred conditions, namely a distance of 40 m, a load of 10 N and using a non-rotating test piece
ISO/WD 20871
4 Apparatus and materials
The following apparatus and material shall be used:
4.1 Abrasion machine
The test apparatus (see figure 1) consists of a laterally movable test piece holder and a rotatable cyli
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