EN 1859:2009+A1:2013
(Main)Chimneys - Metal chimneys - Test methods
Chimneys - Metal chimneys - Test methods
This European Standard describes test methods for metal chimney products.
Abgasanlagen - Metall-Abgasanlagen - Prüfverfahren
Diese Europäische Norm beschreibt Prüfverfahren für Bauteile für Metall-Abgasanlagen.
Conduits de fumée - Conduits de fumée métalliques - Méthodes d'essai
La présente Norme européenne spécifie les méthodes d’essai des composants de conduits de fumée métalliques.
Dimniki - Kovinski dimniki - Preskusne metode
Ta evropski standard določa preskusne metode za kovinske dimnike.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 02-Apr-2013
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 166 - Chimneys
- Current Stage
- 9093 - Decision to confirm - Review Enquiry
- Start Date
- 28-Jul-2014
- Completion Date
- 14-Apr-2025
- Directive
- 89/106/EEC - Construction products
Relations
- Effective Date
- 19-Jan-2023
- Effective Date
- 06-Feb-2013
- Effective Date
- 19-Jan-2023
Overview
EN 1859:2009+A1:2013 is a CEN European Standard that specifies test methods for metal chimneys. It provides standardized procedures to assess mechanical, aerodynamic and thermal performance of metal chimney products and components. The standard is intended to harmonize testing across CEN member countries and supports consistent evaluation of safety, durability and functional behavior.
Key topics
This standard defines test assemblies, procedures and result reporting for a wide range of performance characteristics, including:
- Compressive strength (sections, fittings, chimney supports)
- Test loads are applied via manufacturer adaptors; compressive tests include proof/load-to-failure procedures (e.g., up to 4× design load where the flue liner is load-bearing, 3× where non-load-bearing).
- Load measurement accuracy required (example: ±2 %).
- Tensile strength
- Loads applied through adaptors; tests typically increase to 1.5× design load to determine failure points.
- Lateral strength
- Tests for fittings installed at maximum angle from vertical and for wind load - includes uniformly distributed lateral loads (example wind load test up to 1.5 kN/m²).
- Gas tightness - assembly and leak test procedures to verify containment of combustion products.
- Thermal performance and thermal resistance
- Apparatus, conditioning, temperature measurement and result calculation methods (annexes include measurement techniques for ambient, hot gas and metal surface temperatures).
- Water vapour diffusion and condensate resistance - procedures to assess moisture behaviour and condensate handling.
- Rainwater resistance and terminal tests - checks for section and terminal performance in rain and wind.
- Flow and aerodynamic tests
- Terminal flow resistance, aerodynamic behaviour under wind, and flow resistance of fittings with measurement and calculation methods.
- Reporting requirements - standardized test report content and annexes with normative/informative guidance (e.g., thermocouple locations, simplified thermal resistance calculations).
Applications and users
EN 1859 is used by:
- Chimney manufacturers - to design, test and document product performance;
- Independent test laboratories - to carry out accredited conformity and type testing using standardized methods;
- Product certifiers and regulators - to evaluate safety and compliance across European markets;
- Specifiers, architects and HVAC engineers - to compare products and select systems based on proven mechanical, thermal and aerodynamic performance;
- Installers and maintenance organizations - to understand limits for support spacing, load capacity and terminal behaviour.
Using EN 1859 helps ensure consistent, reproducible testing and supports product acceptance across CEN member states.
Related standards
Key normative references include:
- EN 1443:2003 (Chimneys - General requirements)
- EN 1856-1:2009 (Requirements for metal chimney system products)
- Other referenced documents: EN 60068-2-59, EN 60529, ISO 3966
Keywords: EN 1859, metal chimneys, chimney test methods, chimney testing, thermal performance, gas tightness, compressive strength, terminal flow resistance, CEN standard.
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 1859:2009+A1:2013 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Chimneys - Metal chimneys - Test methods". This standard covers: This European Standard describes test methods for metal chimney products.
This European Standard describes test methods for metal chimney products.
EN 1859:2009+A1:2013 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 91.060.40 - Chimneys, shafts, ducts. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 1859:2009+A1:2013 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 1859:2009, EN 1859:2009/FprA1, prEN 1856-1. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN 1859:2009+A1:2013 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 305/2011, 89/106/EEC; Standardization Mandates: M/105. 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.Dimniki - Kovinski dimniki - Preskusne metodeAbgasanlagen - Metall-Abgasanlagen - PrüfverfahrenConduits de fumée - Conduits de fumée métalliques - Méthodes d'essaiChimneys - Metal chimneys - Test methods91.060.40Dimniki, jaški, kanaliChimneys, shafts, ductsICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 1859:2009+A1:2013SIST EN 1859:2009+A1:2013en,fr,de01-september-2013SIST EN 1859:2009+A1:2013SLOVENSKI
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EN 1859:2009+A1
April 2013 ICS 91.060.40 Supersedes EN 1859:2009
English Version
Chimneys - Metal chimneys - Test methods
Conduits de fumée - Conduits de fumée métalliques - Méthodes d'essai
Abgasanlagen - Metall-Abgasanlagen - Prüfverfahren This European Standard was approved by CEN on 1 May 2009 and includes Amendment 1 approved by CEN on 24 February 2013.
CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this European Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such national standards may be obtained on application to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre or to any CEN member.
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B-1000 Brussels © 2013 CEN All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved worldwide for CEN national Members. Ref. No. EN 1859:2009+A1:2013: E SIST EN 1859:2009+A1:2013
Method for measuring ambient temperature . 34 Annex B (normative)
Method for hot gas temperature measurements . 35 Annex C (informative)
Method for metal surface temperature measurements . 36 Annex D (normative)
Method for combustible wood surface temperature measurements . 37 Annex E (normative)
Locations of thermocouples for surface temperature measurements . 38 E.1 Test structure, surface temperatures . 38 E.2 Test chimney, surface temperatures . 38 E.2.1 General . 38 E.2.2 Test chimney, freestanding . 38 E.2.3 Test chimney, corner installation . 38 E.2.4 Test chimney, corner installation, enclosed. 39 Annex F (normative)
Simplified calculation of thermal resistance for circular flues . 43 Annex G (informative)
Method for applying an evenly distributed load (horizontal) . 45 Annex H (informative)
Possible test sequence . 46 Annex I (informative)
Techniques for flue gas volume flow measurements . 47 Bibliography . 48
2 Normative references !The following documents, in whole or in part, are normatively referenced in this document and are indispensable for its application. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies." EN 1443:2003, Chimneys General requirements EN 1856-1:2009, Chimneys Requirements for metal chimneys Part 1: System chimney products EN 60068-2-59, Environmental testing Part 2: Test methods Test Fe: Vibration, Sine beat method (IEC 60068-2-59:1990) EN 60529, Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP Code) (IEC 60529:1989) ISO 3966, Measurement of fluid flow in closed conduits. Velocity area method using Pitot static tubes 3 Definitions For the purposes of this standard, the definitions given in EN 1443:2003 and EN 1856-1:2009 apply. 4 Test methods for metal chimney products 4.1 Compressive strength 4.1.1 Sections and Fittings 4.1.1.1 Test assembly Assemble the fitting according to the manufacturer's installation instructions between two adaptors including one chimney section (see Figure 1a). The adaptors shall be supplied by the chimney manufacturer and shall transfer the test load in the usual way to the load bearing wall of the test components as it is done in the installation. The test load shall be transferred to the test components by means of a pivoted plate. 4.1.1.2 Procedure and results Increase the test load on the components without shock up to 4 times the design load where the flue liner is load bearing or 3 times the design load where the flue liner is non load bearing. The load shall be measured to an accuracy of 2 % of the design load. Record the result. Where the design load is unknown, increase the test load uniformly and record the results to allow the point of failure to be detected. Failure is deemed to have occurred when the fitting cannot sustain a further increase in load. Use the minimum value from three failure loads to determine the design load. SIST EN 1859:2009+A1:2013
Where the design load is unknown, increase the load uniformly and record the results to allow the point of failure to be detected. Failure is deemed to have occurred when the support cannot sustain a further increase in load. Record the displacement during the load increase. Use the minimum value from three failure loads to determine the design load. 4.2 Tensile strength 4.2.1 Test assembly Install the chimney sections according to the manufacturer's installation instructions. Apply the test load through an adaptor (see Figure 1c). The adaptor shall be supplied by the chimney manufacturer and shall transfer the test load in the usual way to the load bearing wall of the chimney sections. 4.2.2 Test procedure and results Increase the test load on the components without shock up to 1,5 times the design load. The load shall be measured to an accuracy of 2 % of the design load. Record the result. Where the design load is unknown, increase the test load uniformly and record the results to allow the point of failure to be detected. Failure is deemed to have occurred when the fitting cannot sustain a further increase in load. Use the minimum value from three failure loads to determine the design load. 4.3 Lateral strength 4.3.1 Fittings in non-vertical orientation 4.3.1.1 Test assembly Install the chimney fittings and supports at the maximum angle from vertical according to the manufacturer's installation instructions using additional vertical supports to install the sections without deflection (see Figure 2). 4.3.1.2 Procedure and results Remove the additional vertical supports. Record the maximum deflection to an accuracy of 0,1 mm. SIST EN 1859:2009+A1:2013
The chimney shall be tested according to Figure 5. NOTE Figure 6 shows the arrangement for testing off-sets. SIST EN 1859:2009+A1:2013
through a 150 mm ± 2 mm length of stainless steel tubing, internal diameter
3mm10mmmm+ inserted through the flue pipe and flush with the flue surface and sealed by brazing, at a distance of 100 mm ± 2 mm from the entry to the test chimney. 4.5.1.5.7 Hot gas volume flow Measure the flue gas volume to an accuracy of + 10 %, - 5 %. Informative Annex I gives acceptable techniques. SIST EN 1859:2009+A1:2013
Seal only joints and openings between spacers or supports and the test structure and all joints in the enclosure casing. Install a chimney designated for use without an enclosure into the test structure, without enclosing the test chimney and without closing the floor penetrations (see Figure 7). For a chimney designated for internal use and with non combustible enclosure, the sides of the enclosure shall be closed to the walls of the test assembly unless otherwise specified by the manufacturer, (see Figure 8). Install the floor penetration assembly supplied by the manufacturer. Maintain the test environment. SIST EN 1859:2009+A1:2013
Maintain this condition for 10 min, then shut off the hot gas generator and allow to cool for 10 min. Repeat this cycle 11 times. Measure, at ambient temperature, with an accuracy of 0.001 m, the change in vertical position of the chimney wall(s) at the top of the test sample before and after subjecting the product to the cycles. Measure and record the gas tightness according to 4.4. 4.5.3.2 Thermal shock test With the test assembly temperatures within 10 °C of the test room ambient conditions generate hot gas with the volume flow and test temperature specified in Table 1 appropriate to the diameter. Regulate the rate of rise of the hot gas temperature to achieve 1 000 °C in 10 min ± 1 min. Maintain the hot gas temperature at 10005020+− °C for a period of 30 min ± 1 min, then turn off the hot gas generator. Continue to record the temperatures on the test assembly until the temperatures have reached their maximum and are decreasing. Measure and record flue regularity and measure gas tightness according to 4.4. Repeat the heat stress test. 4.5.4 Results Record all temperature values as specified in 4.5.1.5. Record any instance where the temperature exceeds the allowed values. SIST EN 1859:2009+A1:2013
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