DIN EN ISO 17709 2018-12 PDF

Full title and description

STB DIN EN ISO 17709:2018-12 — Footwear — Sampling location, preparation and duration of conditioning of samples and test pieces. This document specifies where to take samples from footwear and footwear components, how to prepare those samples and test pieces, and how long and under which conditions samples must be conditioned prior to testing to determine properties relevant to end use.

Abstract

This standard (German adoption of EN ISO 17709:2018, identical to ISO 17709:2004 in content) defines the locations on footwear and components for sampling, the preparation of specimens and test pieces, and the required duration and conditions for conditioning prior to performing physical and performance tests. It is intended to ensure repeatable, representative and comparable test results across laboratories and manufacturers.

General information

• Status: Current / Active (EN ISO adoption published and in force since 2018).
• Publication date: 1 December 2018 (2018-12).
• Publisher: Deutsches Institut für Normung (DIN) — German adoption of EN ISO 17709.
• ICS / categories: 61.060 (Footwear).
• Edition / version: 2018-12 (DIN EN ISO 17709:2018, adoption of EN ISO 17709:2018 / ISO 17709:2004 content).
• Number of pages: 18 (typical published version).

Scope

The standard applies to footwear and footwear components and specifies standardized locations for sampling, the preparation of samples and test pieces (including cutting and marking instructions where applicable), and the conditioning procedures (temperature, relative humidity and duration) to be used prior to testing. Its scope is limited to sampling and conditioning procedures used to support the execution of test methods for determination of properties required for end-use performance and quality control.

Key topics and requirements

• Defined sampling locations on different types of footwear and components to ensure representative specimens for testing.
• Preparation and cutting of samples and test pieces (dimensions, orientation, marking) to be used in subsequent test methods.
• Conditioning requirements — specified temperature, relative humidity and minimum conditioning time before testing.
• Instructions for handling layered or composite components (soles, linings, insoles) when selecting and preparing specimens.
• References and cross-references to related footwear test standards used in combination with these sampling and conditioning procedures.

Typical use and users

Used by footwear manufacturers, component suppliers, test laboratories, product development teams, quality assurance personnel and conformity assessment bodies to produce repeatable and comparable test specimens and to ensure that results of mechanical and physical tests are meaningful for intended end uses. It is typically applied when preparing samples for standards-based tests (e.g., material strength, adhesion, dimensional checks, and comfort-related tests).

Related standards

Commonly used alongside other footwear test standards and EN/ISO methods; published cross-references include multiple EN and ISO footwear test methods (examples listed in catalog records include EN 12743, EN 12746, EN 12801, EN 12803, EN 12826, EN 13511, EN 13513 and various prEN/prEN ISO documents). It also replaces earlier national documents such as DIN EN 13400.

Keywords

Footwear, sampling location, specimen preparation, conditioning, test pieces, sample conditioning, quality assurance, test preparation, EN ISO 17709.

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: DIN EN ISO 17709:2018 is the German adoption of EN ISO 17709:2018 (based on ISO 17709) that defines where to take samples from footwear and components and how to prepare and condition them before testing.

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers sampling locations on footwear and components, the cutting and preparation of specimens and test pieces, and the temperature, humidity and duration for conditioning samples prior to conducting standardized tests.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Footwear and component manufacturers, independent testing laboratories, R&D and QA teams, and conformity assessment organizations use this standard to ensure consistent, comparable test specimens and valid test results.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: The DIN EN ISO 17709:2018 edition was published in December 2018 and is listed as the current EN ISO adoption; it supersedes earlier national versions such as DIN EN 13400. Users should check national standards databases for any later revisions or withdrawals relevant in their country.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: It is part of the body of footwear test standards and is intended to be used together with specific footwear testing methods (other EN/ISO standards) that define test procedures — this document standardizes the sampling and conditioning steps common to many of those tests.

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: Footwear, sampling, specimen preparation, conditioning, test pieces, EN ISO 17709.