SIST EN 50632-2-19:2016

Overview

SIST EN 50632-2-19:2016 is a European Standard developed by CLC addressing dust measurement procedures specifically for hand-held electric jointers. As part of a broader series on dust emission testing for motor-operated electric tools, this standard defines tailored requirements for accurately measuring inhalable and respirable dust produced by jointers during operation. It supplements the general framework established in EN 50632-1:2015 with specific adaptations reflecting the unique operational characteristics of jointers.

Key Topics

• Scope: Focuses exclusively on hand-held jointers fitted with disc cutters, used primarily for cutting slots or grooves in wood materials such as particleboard.
• Test Procedure: Specifies the method for conducting dust emission measurements under controlled operating conditions. Jointers must be tested under load using chipboard of specified density and dimensions.
• Operating Conditions:
  • Material: P2 chipboard per EN 312:2010 (density 610 ± 60 kg/m³, thickness 19 ± 1 mm, width 400 ± 2 mm).
  • Cutting parameters: Use of 4 mm thick disc cutters, 12 mm cutting depth.
  • Operation includes cutting 15 grooves evenly spaced over approximately 10 minutes at a feed speed of 0.75 m/min; cycle duration may be extended if necessary.
• Instrumentation and Measurement: Requires precise instrumentation as outlined in EN 50632-1 for capturing dust concentration levels to ensure reliable and repeatable results.
• Reporting Requirements: Mandates detailed documentation including any extended cycle times if the standard test workload cannot be completed within the default time frame.

Applications

SIST EN 50632-2-19:2016 is essential for manufacturers, testing laboratories, and safety assessors involved with electric jointers, particularly in industries such as woodworking, carpentry, and furniture manufacturing. Compliance with this standard helps:

• Ensure accurate assessment of dust emissions from jointers for worker safety and regulatory compliance.
• Improve tool design by identifying dust generation patterns under standardized test conditions.
• Support certification and labeling processes related to dust control performance.
• Aid occupational health professionals in evaluating exposure risks linked to jointer operations.

Related Standards

• EN 50632-1:2015: General requirements and procedures for dust measurement on motor-operated electric tools, forming the foundation for Part 2-19.
• EN 312:2010: Particleboards specifications, referenced for defining test materials.
• Additional parts in the EN 50632 series, which cover other tool types and their specific dust measurement requirements.

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