BS EN 60454-2:2007

What is BS EN 60454-2- Test method for pressure sensitive adhesive tape about?  

BS EN 60454-2 is a  part of IEC 60454. BS EN 60454-2 specifies methods of test for pressure-sensitive adhesive tapes for electrical purposes  

Other than the tests, BS EN 60454-2 also talks about conditioning and specimen preparation, ways to determine thickness, width and roll length, and to assess the tapes for corrosion-related properties. 

Who is BS EN 60454-2- Test method for pressure sensitive adhesive tape  for? 

BS EN 60454-2 on test method for pressure sensitive adhesive tape is useful for: 

• Electrical engineer                                                                    
• Manufacturer pressure sensitive adhesive tapes 
• Manufacturer of heavy electrical equipment                               
• Manufacturer of electrical and electronic appliances 
• Cable manufacturers                                   

Why should you use BS EN 60454-2- Test method for pressure sensitive adhesive tape?  

With the improvement in adhesive technology, pressure sensitive adhesive tapes have become very common as a fastening solution. BS EN 60454-2 provides various tests such as  

• Determination of thickness  
• Determination of width  
• Determination of roll length  
• Corrosion-related properties  
• Tensile strength and elongation at break  
• Low-temperature properties  
• Resistance to penetration at elevated temperatures  
• Adhesion 
• Adhesion to backing at low temperatures 
• Shear adhesion to backing after liquid immersion 
• Flagging tests 
• Water vapor permeability 

And many other tests to help manufacturers, engineers and designers to choose correct material. 

Using BS EN 60454-2 guidelines on pressure sensitive adhesive tapes, you can make them safer and less prone to short circuit. 

What’s changed since the last update?  

BS EN 60454-2:2007 supersedes EN 60454-2:1995. BS EN 60454-2:2007 includes some editorial changes with respect to EN 60454-2:1995. This revision includes improved text regarding the flame test (Clause 20), improved text on adhesion (Clause 11) and new Figures 9a and 9b.