DIN EN 1866-2 2014-07 PDF

Full title and description

DIN EN 1866-2:2014-07 — Mobile fire extinguishers - Part 2: Requirements for the construction, pressure resistance and mechanical tests for extinguishers with a maximum allowable pressure equal to or lower than 30 bar, which comply with the requirements of EN 1866-1.

Abstract

This European Standard (adopted as DIN EN) specifies rules for the design, type testing, manufacture and inspection (with emphasis on pressure resistance and mechanical tests) of wheeled/mobile fire extinguishers with metallic bodies and a maximum allowable pressure (PS) ≤ 30 bar. It applies to extinguishers containing non-explosive, non-flammable, non-toxic and non-oxidizing liquids or powders and excludes carbon dioxide extinguishers (covered by Part 3). The document forms Part 2 of the EN 1866 series and complements EN 1866-1 (characteristics, performance and test methods).

General information

• Status: Active / current national adoption of EN 1866-2 (DIN adoption).
• Publication date: July 2014 (designation shown as 2014-07 / publication date 01/07/2014).
• Publisher: DIN (adoption of the CEN/EN standard).
• ICS / categories: 13.220.10 (fire-fighting equipment).
• Edition / version: EN 1866-2:2014 (DIN EN 1866-2:2014-07).
• Number of pages: Typically published as about 22–24 pages depending on national publication format (varies by national publisher).

Scope

Specifies requirements for construction, pressure resistance, mechanical tests, type testing, manufacturing inspections and related design rules for mobile (wheeled) fire extinguishers with metallic bodies and PS ≤ 30 bar. It applies where the extinguisher design must comply with the general performance and test requirements of EN 1866-1 and explicitly excludes CO2 extinguishers (addressed in EN 1866-3). The standard also contains the normative linkage to applicable pressure-equipment requirements and related annexes for conformity.

Key topics and requirements

• Design and constructive requirements for metallic bodies of wheeled/mobile extinguishers.
• Pressure-resistance criteria, hydrostatic and burst testing, and mechanical strength tests.
• Type testing procedures and inspection during manufacturing (quality checks, testing frequency and acceptance criteria).
• Requirements to ensure compatibility with EN 1866-1 performance and testing provisions.
• Exclusions and part allocation within the EN 1866 series (e.g., CO2 extinguisher pressure requirements handled in Part 3).
• Reference to pressure-equipment / conformity relationship (annexes addressing directive/legislation linkage).

Typical use and users

Used by manufacturers of wheeled/mobile fire extinguishers, design and R&D teams, test laboratories, conformity assessment bodies, notified bodies and certification agencies, procurement and safety managers in industry and public authorities, and national standards bodies when implementing or enforcing equipment requirements. The standard is particularly relevant where pressure-resistance testing and mechanical integrity are required for extinguishers with PS ≤ 30 bar.

Related standards

Key related standards in the EN 1866 family: EN 1866-1 — Mobile fire extinguishers — Part 1: Characteristics, performance and test methods (general performance and test methods). EN 1866-3 — Mobile fire extinguishers — Part 3: Requirements for assembly, construction and pressure resistance of CO2 extinguishers.

Keywords

mobile fire extinguisher, wheeled extinguisher, pressure resistance, mechanical tests, type testing, EN 1866-2:2014, DIN EN, pressure equipment, PED, fire-fighting equipment.

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: DIN EN 1866-2:2014 is the German adoption of EN 1866-2 (2014) specifying construction, pressure-resistance and mechanical test requirements for wheeled/mobile fire extinguishers with a maximum allowable pressure ≤ 30 bar.

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers design rules, pressure and mechanical strength tests (hydrostatic/burst tests), type testing and inspection during manufacturing for mobile extinguishers with metallic bodies (non-CO2 types) that meet EN 1866-1 performance requirements.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Manufacturers, testing laboratories, conformity assessment bodies, notified bodies, purchasers and safety/regulatory authorities involved in the production, certification and procurement of wheeled/mobile fire extinguishers.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: EN 1866-2:2014 (adopted as DIN EN 1866-2:2014-07) is the 2014 edition that replaced earlier consolidated editions (the 2006 edition of EN 1866 was replaced when the series was split into parts). It is published/implemented as the current Part 2 version at the national level. Users should confirm national adoption status and any later amendments or updates from the national standards body.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: Yes — EN 1866 is published as a multi-part series. Part 1 addresses characteristics, performance and test methods (EN 1866-1), Part 2 covers construction/pressure resistance/mechanical tests for PS ≤ 30 bar (EN 1866-2), and Part 3 covers CO2 extinguishers (EN 1866-3).

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: mobile/wheeled fire extinguisher, pressure resistance, hydrostatic test, mechanical tests, type testing, EN 1866-2:2014, DIN EN, PED (pressure equipment).