This European Standard specifies means of determining in appropriate ways the variable property known
alternatively as useable working life and pot life.
This European Standard specifies five methods for the determination of the time available for use, each of
which is related to specific circumstances; particularly important being the rheology of the adhesive concerned
and its rate of reaction.
This European Standard can also be used for assessing non-structural adhesives.
Because of the different properties of the individual multi-component systems, like rheology or viscosity,
respectively velocity of hardening, etc., not all methods can be applied to each multi-component system with
the same suitability.
SAFETY STATEMENT— Persons using this document should be familiar with the normal laboratory practice,
if applicable. This document does not purport to address all of the safety problems, if any, associated with its
use. It is the responsibility of the user to establish appropriate safety and health practices and to ensure
compliance with any regulatory conditions.
ENVIRONMENTAL STATEMENT — It is understood that some of the material permitted in this standard may
have negative environmental impact. As technological advantages lead to acceptable alternatives for these
materials, they will be eliminated from this standard to the extent possible.
At the end of the test, the user of the standard should take care to carry out an appropriate disposal of the
wastes, according to local regulation.
BS EN 14022:2010 history
2010BS EN 14022:2010 Structural adhesives - Determination of the pot life (working life) of multicomponent adhesives
2003BS EN 14022:2003 Structural adhesives - Determination of the pot life (working life) of multicomponent adhesives