Klass.-Nr./Class. No.

55161 June 2007

Norm vor Anwendung auf Aktualität prüfen / Check standard for current issue prior to usage.
Rubber Products PV
Reference Photographs after Exposure to Ozone 3316
Konzernnorm
Descriptors: rubber, cracks, ozone
The English translation is believed to be accurate.In case of discrepancies the German version shall govern.

Changes
The following changes have been made as compared to Test Specification PV 3316, 1992-08:
─ Standard editorially revised

Previous issues
1971-03, 1992-08

1 Scope
This Test Specification defines the evaluation classes for crack formation in rubber products
following exposure to ozone.
Numerical notation according to ISO practice (see VW 01000).

2 Test
The following evaluation classes should be referred to when assessing cracks:

─ Evaluation class 0: Free of cracks

─ Evaluation class 1: Fine cracks
─ Evaluation class 2: Distinct cracks
─ Evaluation class 3: Severe cracks
─ Evaluation class 4: Very severe cracks

If it should be necessary, transitional classes such as 0 to 1, 1 to 2 etc. can also be selected.

An evaluation 0 to 1 is used for superficial cracks or extremely fine cracks. Figure 1 shows
characteristic examples of crack evaluation.
Evaluation is conducted with the relevant sample clamped in position. If any particular crack
structures are present, it is advisable to make a note of the facts, e.g. "crack areas with star-
shaped structure". If necessary, the depth, width and number of cracks can also be entered. Details
such as number of cracks > 100 or < 20 etc. are permissible.
Special mention should be made in the event of ozone cracking caused by visible processing
defects and surface flaws on the rubber parts.

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Evaluation
classes:

Figure 1 – Evaluation classes for crack formation in rubber products after exposure to
ozone