BS EN 13540:2002
Leather - Physical and mechanical tests - Determination of heat resistance of patent leather

Standard No.

BS EN 13540:2002

Release Date

2002

Published By

British Standards Institution (BSI)

Status

Be replaced 2009-02

Replace By

BS EN ISO 17232:2009

Latest

BS EN ISO 17232:2017

Scope

This European Standard specifies two methods for determining the heat resistance of patent leather. Method A makes use of a modified lastometer whilst Method B uses the ‘Zwik’ apparatus. Both methods are applicable to patent leathers for all end uses.

BS EN 13540:2002 history

• 2017 BS EN ISO 17232:2017 Leather. Physical and mechanical tests. Determination of heat resistance of patent leather
• 2009 BS EN ISO 17232:2009 Leather - Physical and mechanical tests - Determination of heat resistance of patent leather
• 2002 BS EN 13540:2002 Leather - Physical and mechanical tests - Determination of heat resistance of patent leather