SIST EN ISO 18636:2026
(Main)Rubber or plastic coated fabrics - Mechanical properties - Determination of the elongation under load and the residual deformation (ISO 18636:2026)
- Abstract
This document specifies the method for determination of the elongation under load and the residual deformation of coated fabrics.
- Status
- Published
- Public Enquiry End Date
- 29-Sep-2025
- Publication Date
- 06-Oct-2026
- Technical Committee
- ITEK - Textile and textile products
- Current Stage
- 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 05-Oct-2026
- Due Date
- 10-Dec-2026
- Completion Date
- 07-Oct-2026
Overview
SIST EN ISO 18636:2026 is the standard for rubber or plastic coated fabrics that defines a method for determining elongation under load and residual deformation. This standard is directly relevant to the evaluation of mechanical properties of coated fabrics used in demanding technical and commercial applications.
The document provides a practical test method for measuring how coated fabrics behave when subjected to a specified load and, after relaxation, how much permanent deformation remains. This makes it useful for quality control, product comparison, and compliance testing in the coated textiles sector. It is particularly important for manufacturers, laboratories, and specifiers working with coated fabrics, rubber-coated textiles, and plastic-coated textiles.
Key Topics
The standard focuses on a clear and repeatable test approach for coated fabrics. Key aspects include:
- Preparation of test specimens in both directions where relevant, such as warp and weft
- Mechanical loading test using specified loads, load times, and relaxation times
- Measurement of elongation under load based on the distance between marked points on the specimen
- Measurement of residual deformation after the load is removed and the specimen has relaxed
- Optional heat exposure procedure before loading, for assessing residual deformation after ageing
- Calculation and reporting requirements to support traceable and consistent results
The method uses defined apparatus such as a calibrated ruler, calliper, manual loading device, and hot air oven when heat ageing is applied. The standard also specifies that results should be reported with enough detail to show the test conditions, measured values, and any deviations that may affect interpretation.
Applications
SIST EN ISO 18636:2026 supports a wide range of practical applications across the coated fabrics industry, including:
- Product development for coated fabrics with controlled stretch and recovery behavior
- Quality assurance and batch testing in manufacturing
- Material comparison between rubber-coated and plastic-coated fabrics
- Performance verification for fabrics used in architectural structures and upholstery
- Durability assessment where long-term deformation matters
- Technical specification work for procurement and conformity evaluation
Because the test parameters vary according to intended use, the standard helps users assess coated fabrics in realistic service conditions. That makes it especially valuable for applications where dimensional stability and mechanical performance are critical.
Related Standards
SIST EN ISO 18636:2026 refers to several related standards that support proper testing:
- ISO 1419:2019 - Rubber- or plastics-coated fabrics - Accelerated-ageing tests
- ISO 2231 - Rubber- or plastics-coated fabrics - Standard atmospheres for conditioning and testing
These references help ensure that specimens are prepared and tested under appropriate conditions. Together, they support a consistent framework for coated fabrics testing, mechanical properties evaluation, and residual deformation measurement in accordance with international standardization practices.
Relations
- Effective Date
- 14-Apr-2025
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Frequently Asked Questions
SIST EN ISO 18636:2026 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Rubber or plastic coated fabrics - Mechanical properties - Determination of the elongation under load and the residual deformation (ISO 18636:2026)". This standard covers: This document specifies the method for determination of the elongation under load and the residual deformation of coated fabrics.
This document specifies the method for determination of the elongation under load and the residual deformation of coated fabrics.
SIST EN ISO 18636:2026 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 59.080.40 - Coated fabrics. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
SIST EN ISO 18636:2026 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST EN 15977:2011. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
SIST EN ISO 18636:2026 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-november-2026
Gumirane ali plastificirane tekstilije - Mehanske lastnosti - Ugotavljanje raztezka
pri obremenitvi in trajne deformacije (ISO 18636:2026)
Rubber or plastic coated fabrics - Mechanical properties - Determination of the
elongation under load and the residual deformation (ISO 18636:2026)
Mit Kautschuk oder Kunststoff beschichtete Textilien - Mechanische Eigenschaften -
Bestimmung der Dehnung unter Last und der verbleibenden Verformung (ISO
18636:2026)
Supports textiles revêtus de caoutchouc ou de plastique - Propriétés mécaniques -
Détermination de l'allongement sous charge et de la déformation résiduelle (ISO
18636:2026)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN ISO 18636:2026
ICS:
59.080.40 Površinsko prevlečene Coated fabrics
tekstilije
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
EN ISO 18636
EUROPEAN STANDARD
NORME EUROPÉENNE
September 2026
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 59.080.40 Supersedes EN 15977:2011
English Version
Rubber or plastic coated fabrics - Mechanical properties -
Determination of the elongation under load and the
residual deformation (ISO 18636:2026)
Supports textiles revêtus de caoutchouc ou de Mit Kautschuk oder Kunststoff beschichtete Textilien -
plastique - Propriétés mécaniques - Détermination de Mechanische Eigenschaften - Bestimmung der
l'allongement sous charge et de la déformation Dehnung unter Last und der verbleibenden
résiduelle (ISO 18636:2026) Verformung (ISO 18636:2026)
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European foreword . 3
European foreword
This document (EN ISO 18636:2026) has been prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 45 "Rubber
and rubber products" in collaboration with Technical Committee CEN/TC 248 “Textiles and textile
products” the secretariat of which is held by BSI.
This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an
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North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Türkiye and the
United Kingdom.
Endorsement notice
The text of ISO 18636:2026 has been approved by CEN as EN ISO 18636:2026 without any modification.
International
Standard
ISO 18636
First edition
Rubber or plastic coated fabrics —
2026-09
Mechanical properties —
Determination of the elongation
under load and the residual
deformation
Supports textiles revêtus de caoutchouc ou de plastique —
Propriétés mécaniques — Détermination de l'allongement sous
charge et de la déformation résiduelle
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ISO 18636:2026(en)
Contents Page
Foreword .iv
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 1
4 Principle . 1
5 Apparatus . 1
6 Preparation of test specimens . 2
7 Mechanical loading test . 2
8 Residual deformation after heat exposure and mechanical loading . 3
9 Calculation . 3
10 Test report . 4
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ISO 18636:2026(en)
Foreword
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