This document specifies the minimum requirements and the test methods for meteorological
balloons made from natural rubber latex or natural rubber latex compounded with synthetic
rubber emulsion.
This document applies to two types of balloons:
— Type 1: meteorological balloon by dipping process;
— Type 2: meteorological balloon by moulding process.
BSI recommends this version of standard for organisations operating in or with the UK. The ISO edition is available here if required.