BS EN 13501-4:2016

BSI Standards Publication

Fire classification of
construction products and
building elements
Part 4: Classification using data from fire
resistance tests on components of smoke
control systems
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National foreword
This British Standard is the UK implementation of EN 13501-4:2016.
It supersedes BS EN 13501-4:2007+A1:2009 which is withdrawn.
The UK participation in its preparation was entrusted to Technical
Committee FSH/22/-/9, Fire resistance tests for ducts, including smoke
extract ducts.
A list of organizations represented on this committee can be
obtained on request to its secretary.
This publication does not purport to include all the necessary
provisions of a contract. Users are responsible for its correct
application.
© The British Standards Institution 2016.
Published by BSI Standards Limited 2016
ISBN 978 0 580 86569 5
ICS 13.220.50
Compliance with a British Standard cannot confer immunity from
legal obligations.
This British Standard was published under the authority of the
Standards Policy and Strategy Committee on 31 July 2016.
Amendments/corrigenda issued since publication
Date Text affected
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EUROPEAN STANDARD EN 13501-4

NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM June 2016

ICS 13.220.50 Supersedes EN 13501-4:2007+A1:2009

English Version

Fire classification of construction products and building

elements - Part 4: Classification using data from fire
resistance tests on components of smoke control systems
Classement au feu des produits et éléments de Klassifizierung von Bauprodukten und Bauarten zu
construction - Partie 4: Classement à partir des ihrem Brandverhalten - Teil 4: Klassifizierung mit den
données d'essais de résistance au feu des composants Ergebnissen aus den Feuerwiderstandsprüfungen von
de dispositifs de contrôle de fumée Anlagen zur Rauchfreihaltung

This European Standard was approved by CEN on 23 April 2016.

CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this
European Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references
concerning such national standards may be obtained on application to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre or to any CEN
member.

This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by
translation under the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN-CENELEC Management
Centre has the same status as the official versions.

CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia,
Finland, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania,
Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and
United Kingdom.

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Contents Page

European foreword..........................................................................................................................................4
Introduction .......................................................................................................................................................5
1 Scope .......................................................................................................................................................6
2 Normative references .......................................................................................................................6
3 Terms and definitions ......................................................................................................................7
4 Fire scenarios ......................................................................................................................................8
4.1 General ...................................................................................................................................................8
4.2 The standard temperature/time curve (post flash-over fire) ...........................................9
4.3 The slow heating curve (smouldering fire) ..............................................................................9
4.4 Constant temperature attack .........................................................................................................9
4.5 Specific thermal actions ................................................................................................................ 10
4.5.1 Smoke control ducts ....................................................................................................................... 10
4.5.2 Smoke control dampers ................................................................................................................ 10
4.5.3 Smoke barriers................................................................................................................................. 10
4.5.4 Powered smoke and heat control ventilators....................................................................... 10
4.5.5 Natural smoke and heat exhaust ventilators ........................................................................ 10
5 Resistance to fire performance characteristics ................................................................... 11
5.1 General ................................................................................................................................................ 11
5.2 Performance characteristics ....................................................................................................... 11
5.2.1 E – Integrity ....................................................................................................................................... 11
5.2.2 I – Insulation ..................................................................................................................................... 12
5.2.3 S – Smoke leakage ........................................................................................................................... 12
5.2.4 D – Stability duration under constant temperature ........................................................... 12
5.2.5 DH – Stability duration under the standard time-temperature curve ......................... 12
5.2.6 F – Functionality of powered smoke and heat ventilators ............................................... 13
5.2.7 B – Functionality of natural smoke and heat ventilators .................................................. 13
6 Declaration of performance ........................................................................................................ 13
6.1 Classification periods .................................................................................................................... 13
6.2 Designatory letters ......................................................................................................................... 13
6.3 Declaration of performance ........................................................................................................ 13
6.4 Declaration of classes in product standards ......................................................................... 13
6.5 Number of tests required for classification ........................................................................... 13
6.6 Presentation of classification ..................................................................................................... 14
7 Classification procedure for fire resistance .......................................................................... 14
7.1 General ................................................................................................................................................ 14
7.1.1 Procedure........................................................................................................................................... 14
7.1.2 General rules for deducing the number of fire resistance tests ..................................... 15
7.1.3 Field of application ......................................................................................................................... 15
7.2 Classification of smoke control ducts ...................................................................................... 16
7.2.1 General ................................................................................................................................................ 16
7.2.2 Test methods and field of application rules .......................................................................... 16
7.2.3 Tests to be performed ................................................................................................................... 16
7.2.4 Performance criteria ..................................................................................................................... 17
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7.2.5 Classes ................................................................................................................................................. 18

7.3 Classification of smoke control dampers ............................................................................... 19
7.3.1 General ................................................................................................................................................ 19
7.3.2 Test method and field of application rules ............................................................................ 19
7.3.3 Tests to be performed ................................................................................................................... 19
7.3.4 Performance criteria ..................................................................................................................... 20
7.3.5 Classes ................................................................................................................................................. 22
7.4 Classification of smoke barriers ................................................................................................ 23
7.4.1 General ................................................................................................................................................ 23
7.4.2 Test method....................................................................................................................................... 23
7.4.3 Tests to be performed ................................................................................................................... 23
7.4.4 Performance criteria ..................................................................................................................... 24
7.4.5 Classes ................................................................................................................................................. 24
7.5 Classification of powered smoke and heat control ventilators ...................................... 24
7.5.1 Test method....................................................................................................................................... 24
7.5.2 Tests to be performed ................................................................................................................... 24
7.5.3 Performance criteria ..................................................................................................................... 24
7.5.4 Classes ................................................................................................................................................. 25
7.6 Classification of natural smoke and heat exhaust ventilators ........................................ 25
7.6.1 Test method....................................................................................................................................... 25
7.6.2 Tests to be performed ................................................................................................................... 25
7.6.3 Performance criteria ..................................................................................................................... 25
7.6.4 Classes ................................................................................................................................................. 25
Annex A (normative) Classification report ......................................................................................... 26
A.1 General ................................................................................................................................................ 26
A.2 Content and format......................................................................................................................... 26
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European foreword

This document (EN 13501-4:2016) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 127
“Fire safety in buildings”, the secretariat of which is held by BSI.

This document supersedes EN 13501-4:2007+A1:2009.

This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of
an identical text or by endorsement, at the latest by December 2016, and conflicting national
standards shall be withdrawn at the latest by March 2018.

Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the
subject of patent rights. CEN [and/or CENELEC] shall not be held responsible for identifying any
or all such patent rights.

This document has been prepared under a mandate given to CEN by the European Commission
and the European Free Trade Association.

CEN, CENELEC and EOTA committees preparing technical specifications which contain
performance requirements against fire resistance tests can make reference to the fire resistance
classification given in this European Standard and not refer directly to any specific fire test
method.

EN 13501 Fire classification of construction products and building elements consists of the
following parts:

— Part 1: Classification using data from reaction to fire tests

— Part 2: Classification using data from fire resistance tests, excluding ventilation services

— Part 3: Classification using data from fire resistance tests on products and elements used in
building service installations: fire resisting ducts and fire dampers

— Part 4: Classification using data from fire resistance tests on components of smoke control
systems

— Part 5: Classification using data from external fire exposure to roof tests

— Part 6: Classification using data from reaction to fire tests on electric cables

According to the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organisations of

the following countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium,
Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Former Yugoslav Republic
of Macedonia, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania,
Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain,
Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and the United Kingdom.
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Introduction

This European Standard defines a harmonized procedure for the classification for resistance to
fire of construction products. This classification is based on the test procedures sited in the
relevant documents listed in Clause 2 and the relevant field of application procedures.
This European Standard is prepared in support of the second basic requirement, in the EC
Construction Products Regulation ( 305/2011) and is detailed in the Interpretative Document
number 2 (ID2): Safety in case of fire (OJC62 Vol 37).
The Interpretative Document and the Commission Decision of 3 May 2000 specify performance
and classes regarding fire resistance.
These classes are identified by designation letters, each of which refers to an important
characteristic of fire resistance behaviour.
This European Standard provides for a common understanding for these requirements. It
interprets the functional requirements for the different groups of building products/elements
and explains the method for deriving their classification on the basis of test results and/or
extended application results for individual products/elements.
NOTE Test reports constitute the basis for extended application reports as explained in EN 15725.
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1 Scope
This European Standard specifies the procedure for classification of components of smoke
control systems, using data from fire resistance tests which are within the field of application of
the relevant test methods. Classification on the basis of extended application of test results is
also included in the scope of this European Standard.
Products covered by this European Standard are:
— smoke control ducts;

— smoke control dampers;

— smoke barriers;

— powered smoke and heat control ventilators (fans), including connectors;

— natural smoke and heat exhaust ventilators.

Relevant documents which include the relevant test methods which have been prepared for
these products are listed in Clause 2.

2 Normative references
The following documents, in whole, or in part, are normatively referenced in this document and
are indispensable for its application. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For
undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments)
applies.
EN 1363-1, Fire resistance tests - Part 1: General Requirements

EN 1363-2, Fire resistance tests - Part 2: Alternative and additional procedures

EN 1366-1, Fire resistance tests for service installations - Part 1: Ventilation ducts

EN 1366-2, Fire resistance tests for service installations - Part 2: Fire dampers

EN 1366-8, Fire resistance tests for service installations - Part 8: Smoke extraction ducts

EN 1366-9, Fire resistance tests for service installations - Part 9: Single compartment smoke
extraction ducts

EN 1366-10, Fire resistance tests for service installations - Part 10: Smoke control dampers

EN 12101-1:2005, Smoke and heat control systems - Part 1: Specification for smoke barriers

EN 12101-2, Smoke and heat control systems - Part 2: Specification for natural smoke and heat
exhaust ventilators

EN 12101-3, Smoke and heat control systems - Part 3: Specification for powered smoke and heat
control ventilators (Fans)

EN 15725, Extended application reports on the fire performance of construction products and
building elements
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EN ISO 13943:2010, Fire safety - Vocabulary (ISO 13943:2008)

3 Terms and definitions

For the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions given in EN ISO 13943:2010 and
the following apply.
3.1
direct field of application
outcome of a process (involving the application of defined rules) whereby a test result is
deemed to be equally valid for variations in one or more of the product properties and/or
intended end use applications

3.2
extended field of application
outcome of a process (involving the application of defined rules that can incorporate calculation
procedures) that predicts, for a variation of a product property and/or its intended end use
application(s), a test result on the basis of one or more test results to the same test standard

3.3
test specimen
product provided for test purposes

3.4
smoke control duct
duct used in a system to control the movement and/or containment of smoke and heat

3.4.1
single compartment smoke control duct
smoke control duct designed to provide a degree of fire resistance for use within single fire
compartment application

3.4.2
multi compartment smoke control duct
smoke control duct designed to provide a degree of fire resistance for use in multicompartment
applications

3.5
smoke control dampers
device, open or closed in its operational position to control the flow of smoke and hot gasses,
which is automatically or manually activated

3.5.1
single-compartment smoke control damper
device for use within a single compartment, associated with a single compartment smoke
extraction duct conforming to EN 1366-9

3.5.2
multi-compartment fire resisting smoke control damper
smoke control damper for use in multi-compartment applications, associated with a smoke
extraction duct conforming to EN 1366-8
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3.6
smoke barrier
device to channel, contain and/or prevent the migration of smoke (fire effluent)

Note1 to entry: Smoke barriers are also referred to as smoke curtains, smoke blinds or smoke
screens.

3.7
smoke and heat exhaust ventilator
device specially designed to move smoke and hot gasses out of a construction works under
conditions of fire

3.8
powered smoke and heat exhaust ventilator
powered device (usually a fan) that is suitable for exhausting hot gasses from a building under
fire conditions

Note 1to entry: Such devices are often able to function under fire conditions for a limited period
only.

3.9
natural smoke and heat exhaust ventilator
device specifically designed to move smoke and hot gasses out of the construction works by
buoyancy forces

3.10
extended application result
predicted result for performance parameter obtained following the process of extended field of
application

3.11
extended application report
document reporting extended application results, including all details of the process leading to
those results, prepared in accordance with EN 15725

4 Fire scenarios

4.1 General
NOTE 1 The essential requirement ‘safety in case of fire’ of the Construction Products Regulation
addresses the spread of fire and smoke in a building. To demonstrate satisfaction of this requirement, the
fire resistance performance of these components is addressed in this European Standard.

Fire resistance shall be assessed using one or more of the levels of thermal attack given in 4.2 to
4.5.
NOTE 2 Later clauses of this European Standard identify which attack(s) shall be used for which
products.

NOTE 3 The various levels of thermal action given in 4.2 to 4.5 reflect different fire scenarios and the
standards which specify their translation into practical tests give tolerances for their application.
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NOTE 4 Other heating curves exist, for example the hydrocarbon curve. Also, for extreme fire scenarios
(e.g. traffic tunnels, nuclear plants), more severe conventional curves are specified. These are not,
however, used for the classification of products according to this European Standard.

4.2 The standard temperature/time curve (post flash-over fire)

The ‘post flash-over’ fire test utilizes the ‘standard temperature/time relationship’ which is a
model of a fully developed fire in a compartment and is given by the following relationship:
T = 345 log10 (8t + 1) + 20

where
t is the time from the start of the test in minutes (min);
T is the mean furnace temperature in degrees Celsius (°C).

The post flash-over fire curve shall be applied in accordance with EN 1363-1.
When applied as a basis for testing, the relationship shall be applied for the full duration of the
test.
4.3 The slow heating curve (smouldering fire)

The ‘smouldering’ fire test shall only used if the fire resistance performance of the product is
expected to be reduced by exposure to temperatures associated with the growth stage of a fire.
NOTE It is, therefore, particularly relevant to products whose performance can be dependent upon
high heating rates below approximately 500 °C (defined in the ‘standard temperature/time’ curve) for
achievement of their classifications (i.e. mainly reactive or intumescent products).

The slow heating curve is given by the following relationship:

for 0 < t ≤ 21
=T 154t 0,25 + 20

for t > 21
=T 345log10 ( 8 ( t − 20 ) + 1) + 20

where
t is the time from start of test, in minutes (min);
T is the mean furnace temperature in degrees Celsius (°C).

The smouldering fire curve shall be applied in accordance with EN 1363-2.

4.4 Constant temperature attack

In addition to the heating regimes given above, the evaluation of smoke barriers and smoke and
heat exhaust ventilators shall be made using a notional constant temperature attack. The
specified temperature and the rate at which the temperature is reached, is specified in the
relevant test method.
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4.5 Specific thermal actions

4.5.1 Smoke control ducts

Multicompartment ducts – standard temperature/time curve.

Single compartment ducts – a constant temperature of either 300 °C or 600 °C, following the
standard temperature/time curve up to the specified constant temperature.
NOTE EN 1366-9 does not include a test for assessing integrity at 300 °C.

4.5.2 Smoke control dampers

Multi-compartment dampers – standard temperature/time curve.

Single compartment dampers – a constant temperature of either 300 °C or 600 °C, following the
standard temperature/time curve up to the specified constant temperature.
NOTE EN 1366-10 does not include a test for assessing integrity at 300 °C.

4.5.3 Smoke barriers

A constant temperature of 600 °C, following the standard temperature/time curve up to the
specified constant temperature.
4.5.4 Powered smoke and heat control ventilators

A constant temperature of:

200 °C, reached within 5 min to 10 min, or

300 °C, reached within 5 min to 10 min, or

400 °C, reached within 5 min to 10 min, or

600 °C, reached within 5 min to 10 min, or

842 °C following the standard temperature/time curve up to the specified constant

temperature.

4.5.5 Natural smoke and heat exhaust ventilators

A constant temperature of 300 °C, increasing the furnace temperature following a gradient as
specified in EN 12101-2.
A constant temperature of 600 °C, increasing the furnace temperature following a gradient as
specified in EN 12101-2.
A constant temperature of θ °C, increasing the furnace temperature following a gradient as
specified in EN 12101-2.
NOTE θ °C is an open class for special applications.
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5 Resistance to fire performance characteristics

5.1 General
NOTE 1 The basic requirement ‘safety in case of fire’ of the Construction Products Regulation requires
the products covered in this standard to be assessed against specified characteristics. These include
integrity, insulation, stability, smoke leakage and reliability. This clause provides the necessary details of
each of the above characteristics.

NOTE 2 Where a characteristic may have more than one different definition or type of performance,
later clauses identify which specific definition applies to which products.

5.2 Performance characteristics

5.2.1 E – Integrity

Integrity E is the ability of a component of a smoke control system to prevent the transmission
of fire as a result of the passage of significant quantities of flames or hot gases from the fire to
the unexposed side, thereby causing ignition either of the non-fire exposed surface or of any
material adjacent to that surface.
The assessment of integrity shall be made on the basis of one or more of the following aspects
simultaneously:
— cracks or openings in excess of given dimensions;

— ignition of a cotton pad;

— sustained flaming on the non-exposed side;

— leakage measurements;

— maintenance cross section and mechanical stability.

The integrity shall be determined by all methods during the test. The cotton pad procedure shall
be applied until the pad ignites and once it has ignited, it shall be withdrawn and the test
continued until all aspects have been exceeded (the sponsor has the option, however, of
stopping the test once the desired level has been reached). The times of each mode of integrity
failure shall be recorded.
Classification of integrity is according to whether or not the component is also classified for
insulation. Where a component is classified both for integrity E and insulation I, the integrity
value shall be that determined by whichever of the four criteria fails first. Where a component is
classified E but without an I classification, failure of the cotton pad shall not be taken into
account.
Where leakage rate is a performance characteristic for integrity, the limit value for different
products is given in the relevant clause.
Conformity to the requirements for criterion, E, is required for:
— multi-compartment smoke control ducts;

— single compartment smoke control ducts;

— multi-compartment smoke control dampers;

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— single compartment smoke control dampers.

5.2.2 I – Insulation

Insulation I is the ability of a component of a service installation to withstand fire exposure

without the transmission of fire as a result of significant transfer of heat.
Heat transfer shall be limited so that non-exposed surfaces or any material in close proximity to
that surface is not ignited. The product shall also provide a barrier to heat sufficient to protect
people near to it.
Conformity to the requirements for criterion, I, is required for:
— multi-compartment smoke control ducts;

— multi-compartment smoke control dampers.

Conformity to the requirements for criterion, I is also required for powered smoke and heat
ventilators outside the burning room inside the building.
5.2.3 S – Smoke leakage

Smoke leakage S is the ability of a product to resist the passage of smoke under defined
temperature and pressure conditions. Conformity to the requirements for criterion, S, is
required for:
— multi-compartment smoke control ducts;

— single compartment smoke control ducts;

— multi-compartment smoke control dampers;

— single compartment smoke control dampers.

5.2.4 D – Stability duration under constant temperature

Stability duration under constant temperature is the ability of a product to resist the passage of
gasses or smoke under a constant temperature attack of 600 °C. It includes:
— penetration of gap gauges;

— sustained flaming;

— collapse.

Conformity to the requirements for criterion D, is required for smoke barriers.

5.2.5 DH – Stability duration under the standard time-temperature curve

Stability duration under the standard time-temperature curve is the ability of a product to resist
the passage of gasses or smoke when subjected to the standard temperature/ time curve. It
includes:
— penetration of gap gauges;

— sustained flaming;
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— collapse.

Conformity to the requirements for criterion, DH, is required for smoke barriers.
5.2.6 F – Functionality of powered smoke and heat ventilators

Functionality of powered smoke and heat ventilators is the ability of a powered smoke and heat
ventilator to function as prescribed under the defined test conditions. Conformity to the
requirements for criterion F, is required for
— powered smoke and heat ventilators.

5.2.7 B – Functionality of natural smoke and heat ventilators

Functionality of natural smoke and heat ventilators is the ability of a natural smoke and heat
ventilator to function as prescribed under the defined test conditions. Conformity to the
requirements for criterion B, is required for
— natural smoke and heat ventilators.

6 Declaration of performance

6.1 Classification periods

All classification periods against any of the characteristics are declared in minutes. Not all
periods apply to all products, and later clauses show which classification periods apply to which
products.
6.2 Designatory letters

For the classification of components of smoke and heat control systems use is made of the
designatory letters explained in 5.2.
6.3 Declaration of performance

Combinations of these designatory letters, as appropriate, are used as part of the classification
of performance. They are supplemented by the time, in elapsed completed minutes, during
which the functional requirements are satisfied.
Test results and extended application results are always rounded down to the nearest lower
class. When characteristics are combined, the time declared is that for the characteristic having
the shortest time.
6.4 Declaration of classes in product standards

Product standards including descriptive product specifications and claiming a given fire
resistance classification in accordance with this European Standard are expected to have their
classification justified by fire resistance testing. This establishes the performance at an adequate
level of confidence, taking into account the possible variations of the components and the
production technique.
6.5 Number of tests required for classification

6.5.1 No tests are duplicated for aspects of repeatability, but for classification purposes more
than one test may be needed. If, however, a wider field of application is envisaged, all relevant
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aspects may not be covered by a single test and additional tests are then required. Also the
influence of different boundary conditions may require evaluation of additional test specimens.

6.5.2 Asymmetrical products may have a different performance depending on the side from
which they are tested. An asymmetrical product tested from one side only is classified for fire
attack from that side only. Where a classification from both sides is required for such a product,
a test on each side is carried out, except where provided for in the direct field of application, and
the classification is based on the fire exposure from the side demonstrated as giving the lower
fire resistance time. Classification for exposure from one side only is also possible.

NOTE A damper construction with the blade in the middle of the damper case, but the actuator
motor on one side, is asymmetric.

6.5.3 The number of tests required may further depend on:

— the required classifications;

— the combination of performance criteria envisaged;

— the need to apply more than one thermal attack.

6.5.4 Information on the number of tests required for classification for the different types of
construction products is given in Clause 7.

A higher number of tests may be required for extended application.

6.6 Presentation of classification

The combination of classes and times for E, I and S shall be deduced from test results and/or
extended application results. Only those combinations of classes and times as defined in the
following clauses of this European Standard shall be used for the relevant elements. Combined
classifications shall be declared in order of decreasing number of performance criteria and
increasing time. The designatory letters for the expansion of performance parameters shall be
added as far as relevant and as far as the conditions are satisfied. The classification(s) shall be
awarded after verification that specific additional requirements for certain construction
products/elements are satisfied.

7 Classification procedure for fire resistance

7.1 General

7.1.1 Procedure

a) The envisaged field of application of the classification is proposed by the sponsor and
includes aspects such as:

— exposure conditions: the side(s) to be exposed e.g. ducts (fire inside/outside);

— dimensions of the component: height, width;

— boundary and support conditions: restraint, free movement, distance between supports;

— variation of constructional details;

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— the envisaged class(es): i.e. combinations of performance criteria and time(s).

b) Taking into account the direct field of application of test results as specified in the relevant
test method and/or extended application results, the number of tests, standard
temperature/time tests and other exposures, and the specimen to be tested are deduced.

c) The standard fire tests are carried out and for each test the times are determined, in
elapsed minutes, for which the test specimen continues to satisfy the different aspects of
the performance criteria.

d) If more than one test has to be carried out because of the envisaged field of application, the
lowest result determines the classification for the entire field of application. Results of
individual tests may lead to higher ranking for a limited field of application. The
classification is dependent on the field of application.

e) Classification reports are prepared as shown in normative Annex A. A report may be issued
for any combination of performance parameters and times that are covered by test results
and/or extended application results.

7.1.2 General rules for deducing the number of fire resistance tests

Products are supplied in a wide variety of sizes, shapes and materials including finishes to
satisfy the requirements of the market. It is impractical to test every variation of shape, size or
material for each product.
The extent to which a tested product may or may not be changed under the field of application
is given in rules or guidelines which limit the permitted variation away from the test specimen
without further evaluation or calculation. The field of direct application clause in each specific
test method relates to the common forms of construction for which experience of testing has
provided the knowledge that such variations can be safely accepted. The field of extended
application for each product family is defined in the relevant extended application standards.
Dimensions:
The test specimen shall be normally full size. When the specimen cannot be tested full size, the
specimen size shall be in accordance with the specification of the relevant test method. In
general, test results obtained for given dimensions, span, height, width, are also valid for smaller
dimensions. For applicability to larger dimensions, the relevant test methods and the relevant
extended application rules shall be consulted.
Variation of constructional details:
In general the field of application of a test result is limited to components with identical
constructional details. Different variations of constructional details shall not be included in a
single test specimen, unless it can be shown that they will not interfere with the performance of
each other.
7.1.3 Field of application

Field of application can be defined using test reports and other relevant data in accordance with
the procedures specified in EN 15725, which for example, describe the role of extended
application in the classification process.
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7.2 Classification of smoke control ducts

7.2.1 General

Smoke control ducts are differentiated from fire resistant ventilation ducts by virtue of their
need only to be able to withstand high temperatures whilst conducting their function, i.e.
exhausting smoke and hot gasses from a fire compartment. If they remain within the
compartment of fire origin and exhaust to the exterior of the building without passing through
another fire compartment, then they need only remain stable, integral, have a known leakage
rate and maintain the majority of their cross sectional opening whilst exposed to those
temperatures associated with the pre-flashover stage.
If a duct passes from one fire compartment to another to exhaust from the building, however, it
shall also be capable of maintaining the fire compartmentation and will, therefore, have the
additional need of fire resistance performance as well as maintaining the majority of cross
sectional opening (area) and fulfil leakage criteria in the post-flashover stage (standard curve).
Two categories of smoke control ducts are, therefore, provided: multi-compartment ducts and
single compartment ducts.
7.2.2 Test methods and field of application rules

The test method for multi-compartment ducts shall be as given in EN 1366-8 (duct C) and that
for single compartment ducts in EN 1366-9. The method in EN 1366-8 is applicable to vertical
and horizontal four sided ducts with fire exposure from the outside and/or inside. The method
in EN 1366-9 is applicable to horizontal ducts only.
7.2.3 Tests to be performed

7.2.3.1 Ducts for multi-compartment smoke control systems

The design of the test specimen and the number of tests to be performed shall be derived from a
comparison between the intended field of application of the classification and the field of
application of test results as defined in EN 1366-8. The same design – in the limits of the field of
direct application of EN 1366-1 – shall be tested according to EN 1366-1. Duct A and duct B shall
be tested in horizontal and/or vertical orientation. Duct A shall be tested with a minimum
under-pressure of 500 Pa.
These tests involve the following exposure / action:
a) standard temperature/time curve from the inside;

b) standard temperature/time curve from the outside;

c) pressure difference inside to outside;

d) vertical and horizontal orientations, unless only one is to be provided for in the intended field
of application.

7.2.3.2 Ducts for single compartment smoke control systems

The design of the test specimen and the number of tests to be performed shall be derived from a
comparison between the intended field of application of the classification and the field of
application of test results as defined in EN 1366-9.
The test involves the following exposure / action:
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a) from the inside and outside of the duct to a constant temperature of 300 °C or 600 °C,
following the standard temperature/time curve up to the specified constant temperature;

NOTE EN 1366-9 does not include a test for assessing integrity at 300 °C.

b) pressure difference inside to outside;

c) horizontal orientations.

7.2.4 Performance criteria

7.2.4.1 Ducts for multi-compartment smoke control systems

E – Integrity
Integrity is assessed during the test as the time at which integrity failure for the duct C occurs at
the seal / penetration between the duct and supporting construction.
This includes assessment of leakage (at 10 m³/(h·m²) 1, maintenance of cross-section and
mechanical stability of the duct itself.
I – Insulation
Insulation is assessed during the test as the time at which the criteria given in 5.2.2 apply, as
specified in EN 1366-1.
S – Smoke leakage
Failure of this criterion occurs if the flow rate in a duct during the test exceeds 5 m³/(h·m²)
both, at ambient temperature and under fire conditions as described in the test standard.

1 m³/(h·m²) means Leakage rate in m³ per hour and m² inner surface area of the duct.
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Table 1 — Summary of classification criteria

Duct Integrity Insulation Smoke leakage

Within Outside
Furnace Furnace

Duct A Volume flow Volume Flow Average and Volume Flow

(Fire outside rate Rate maximum Rate
duct) Cotton Pad Temperature
Openings
Flaming
Duct B _________ Cotton Pad Average and _________
(Fire inside duct) Openings maximum
Flaming Temperature

Duct C Mechanical Cotton Pad _________ Volume Flow

stability Openings Rate
Flaming
Volume flow
rate
Mechanical
stability
Maintenance
of cross-section

7.2.4.2 Ducts for single compartment smoke control systems

E – Integrity
This includes assessment of leakage at 10 m³/(h·m²), maintenance of cross section and
mechanical stability.
S – Smoke leakage
Failure of this criterion occurs if the flow rate in a duct during the test exceeds 5 m³/(h·m²)
both, at ambient temperature and under fire conditions as described in the test standard.
7.2.5 Classes

7.2.5.1 Ducts for multi-compartment smoke control systems

EI 30 60 90 120
The classification is completed by the suffix 'multi' to indicate suitability for multi-compartment
use. In addition, the symbols 've' and/or 'ho' indicate the suitability for vertical and/or
horizontal use.
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'S' indicates a leakage rate of less than 5 m³/(h·m²).

‘500’, ‘1 000’ or ‘1 500’ indicates that when tested at these negative pressures the duct is
suitable for use over the range from the tested negative pressure up to a positive pressure of
500 Pa, at ambient.
7.2.5.2 Ducts for single compartment smoke control systems

E300 30 60 90 120
E600 30 60 90 120
The classification is completed by the suffix 'single' to indicate suitability for single
compartment use only. In addition, the symbols, 'ho' indicate the suitability for horizontal use.
'S' indicates a leakage rate of less than 5 m³/(h·m²).
‘500’, ‘1 000’ or ‘1 500’ indicates that when tested at these negative pressures the duct is
suitable for use over the range from the tested negative pressure up to a positive pressure of
500 Pa, at ambient temperature.
The classification E600 covers the classification E300 for the same time period.
NOTE 1 In the current standard EN 1366-9 horizontal ducts only are addressed.

NOTE 2 The current test standard EN 1366-9 does not yet address testing to 300 °C.

7.3 Classification of smoke control dampers

7.3.1 General

As described in 7.2.1 (for smoke ducts) there are two types of smoke control dampers: multi-
compartment and single compartment smoke control dampers.
7.3.2 Test method and field of application rules

The test method for multi and single compartment smoke control dampers shall be as given in
EN 1366-10. The method is applicable to smoke dampers installed in a duct or in fire separating
elements designed to withstand the standard temperature time curve for multi compartment
dampers and a constant temperature of either 300 °C or 600 °C for single compartment
dampers. Extended application shall be carried out as specified in EN 15725.
NOTE EN 1366-10 does not include a test for assessing integrity at 300 °C.

7.3.3 Tests to be performed

7.3.3.1 Multi-compartment fire resisting smoke control dampers

The design of the test specimen and the number of tests to be performed is derived from a
comparison between the envisaged field of application of the classification and the field of
application of test results as defined in the test standard. Full details of the number of tests are
given in EN 1366-10. Extended application rules may be taken into account.
The test involves the following exposure / action:
a) standard temperature/time curve;

b) pressure difference;
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c) vertical and horizontal orientations, unless only one is to be provided for in the field of
direct application.

Multi-compartment fire resisting smoke control dampers claiming the HOT 400/30
classification shall be tested according to the HOT 400/30 test described in EN 1366-10 and
additionally according to EN 1366-2 (300 Pa) instead of the other fire tests specified in
EN 1366-10 (500 Pa).
7.3.3.2 Single compartment smoke control dampers

The design of the test specimen and the number of tests to be performed is derived from a
comparison between the envisaged field of application of the classification and the field of
application of test results as defined in the test standard. Full details of the number of tests are
given in EN 1366-10. Extended application rules may be taken into account.
The test involves the following exposure / action:
a) constant temperature of 300 °C or 600 °C;

b) pressure differential;

c) vertical and horizontal orientations, unless only one is to be provided for in the field of
direct application.

7.3.4 Performance criteria

7.3.4.1 Multi compartment fire resisting smoke control dampers

— E – Integrity

Integrity is assessed by:

a) leakage through the damper at ambient temperature and when closed after 5 min from the
start of the fire test;

b) the ability of the damper to maintain its opening when subjected to the fire test,

c) cracks or openings in excess of given dimensions and ignition of a cotton pad and sustained
flaming on the non-exposed side at the perimeter of the damper junction with the wall or
floor or duct (the penetration);

d) the suitability of the use of the damper at an under pressure, measured at ambient;

e) the ability of the damper to maintain its function as determined by the open and closing
cycle test.

— I – Insulation

The performance level used to define insulation is the mean temperature rise on the unexposed
face, limited to 140 °C above the initial mean temperature, with the maximum temperature rise
at any point limited to 180 °C above the initial mean temperature.
— S – Smoke leakage
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The maximum leakage permitted for smoke control dampers is 360 m3/(h m2), corrected to
20 °C. For dampers for which the S class is envisaged, the leakage through the smoke control
damper shall not exceed 200 m3/(h·m2), corrected to 20 °C.
Leakage shall be recorded at ambient temperature and at elevated temperature. At elevated
temperature, the leakage shall be measured after the first 5 min of the test and shall then be
measured for the rest of the test duration, while dampers are closed.
The performance criteria shall be in accordance with Table 2.
HOT – HOT 400/30
The damper succeeds in being opened and closed during the test described in EN 1366-10.

Table 2 — Multi compartment fire resisting smoke control dampers test performance
criteria
Classification Sizes to be tested Leakage limit at Fire test
ambient
temperature Leakage limit Temperature rise
m3/(h·m2) m3/(h·m2) limit °C
mean/max.
E Maximum 360 360* Not required
Minimum 360 No test No test
ES Maximum 200 200 a Not required
Minimum 200 No test No test
EI Maximum 360 360 a 140/180
Minimum 360 No test No test
EI S Maximum 200 200 a 140/180
Minimum 200 No test No test
a Leakage limit application.

7.3.4.2 Single compartment smoke control dampers

— E – Integrity

Integrity is assessed by:

a) leakage through the damper when closed after 5 min from the start of the fire test;

b) the ability of the damper to maintain its opening when subjected to the fire test (300 °C or
600 °C);

c) the suitability of the use of a damper at an under pressure, measured at ambient;

d) the ability of the damper to maintain its function over the life of the system as determined
by the open and closing cycle test.

— S – Smoke leakage

The maximum leakage permitted for smoke control dampers is 360 m3/(h·m2), corrected to
20 °C. For dampers for which the S class is envisaged, the leakage through the smoke control
damper shall not exceed 200 m3/(h·m2), corrected to 20 °C.
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Leakage shall be recorded at ambient temperature and at elevated temperature. At elevated

temperature, the leakage shall be measured after the first 5 min of the test and shall then be
measured for the rest of the test duration, while dampers are closed.
The performance criteria shall be in accordance with Table 3.

Table 3 — Elevated temperature test performance criteria for single compartment smoke
control dampers
Classification Sizes to be tested Leakage limit at Elevated temperature test
ambient
Leakage limit Temperature rise
temperature
m3/(h·m2) limit °C mean/max.
m3/(h·m2)
E600 Maximum 360 360 a Not required
Minimum 360 No test No test
E600 S Maximum 200 200 a Not required
Minimum 200 No test No test
NOTE As EN 1366-10 does not include a test for 300 °C, this table only covers the 600 °C test.
a Leakage limit applies.

7.3.5 Classes

7.3.5.1 Multi compartment fire resisting smoke control dampers

EI 30 60 90 120
E 30 60 90 120
The classification is completed by the suffix ‘multi’ to indicate suitability for multi compartment
use.
“HOT 400/30” (High Operational Temperature) indicates that the damper has the ability to be
opened or closed during a period of 30 minutes under temperature conditions below 400 °C.
“ved”, “vew” or “vedw” and/or “hod”, “how” or “hodw” indicate the suitability for vertical and/or
horizontal use, together with mounting in a duct or in a wall or both respectively.
NOTE .

- Vertical, ve, indicates the damper is placed in a vertical plane

- Horizontal, ho, indicates the damper is placed in a horizontal plane

- w indicates the damper is mounted in a wall or floor

- d indicates the damper is mounted in a duct

“S” indicates a leakage rate of less than 200 m3/(h·m2) as an additional leakage restriction to the
defined performance requirement.
“500”, “1 000” or “1 500” indicates that when tested at these negative pressures the damper is
suitable for use over the range from the tested negative pressure up to a positive pressure of
500 Pa.
“AA” or “MA” indicates automatic activation or manual intervention.
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“i→o”, “i ←o” and “i ↔o”, indicates that the performance criteria are satisfied from inside to
outside (fire inside), outside to inside (fire outside) or both, respectively.
“C300”, “C10000” or “Cmod” indicates the suitability of the damper for use in smoke control only
systems, combined smoke control and environmental systems, or modulating dampers used in
combined smoke control and environmental systems, respectively.
7.3.5.2 Single compartment smoke control dampers

E300 30 60 90 120
E600 30 60 90 120
The classification is completed by the suffix ‘single’ to indicate suitability for single
compartment use.
“HOT 400/30” (High Operational Temperature) indicates that the damper has the ability to be
opened or closed during a period of 30 min under temperature conditions below 400 °C (to be
used only with E600 classification).“ved”, “vew” or “vedw” and/or “hod”, “how” or “hodw” indicate the
suitability for vertical and/or horizontal use, together with mounting in a duct or in a wall or
both respectively.
NOTE Vertical, ve, indicates a damper mounted within a duct passing through a wall or mounted
directly in a wall. Horizontal, ho, indicates a damper mounted in a duct passing through a floor or
mounted directly in a floor. It will preferably not be taken to imply the direction of operation, nor the
orientation of the axis of the damper blade.

“S” indicates a leakage rate of less than 200 m3/(h·m2) as an additional leakage restriction to the
defined performance requirement.
“500”, “1 000” or “1 500” indicates that when tested at these negative pressures the damper is
suitable for use over the range from the tested negative pressure up to a positive pressure of
500 Pa.
“AA” or “MA” indicates automatic activation or manual intervention.
“i→o”, “i ←o” and “i ↔o”, indicates that the performance criteria are satisfied from inside to
outside (fire inside), outside to inside (fire outside) or both, respectively.
“C300”, “C10000” or “Cmod” indicates the suitability of the damper for use in smoke control only
systems, combined smoke control and environmental systems, or modulating dampers used in
combined smoke control and environmental systems, respectively.
7.4 Classification of smoke barriers

7.4.1 General

Smoke barriers which are used for the restriction of the movement of fire gasses within
buildings can be formed as fixed smoke barrier panels (SSB) or as automatic smoke barriers
(ASB).
7.4.2 Test method

The test method for smoke barriers shall be as given in EN 12101-1. The test procedure applies
to static and automatic barriers.
7.4.3 Tests to be performed

The tests to be performed in function of the envisaged classification and field of application are
defined taking into account the specifications in EN 12101-1:2005, Annexes B, C and D. Smoke
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barriers shall be tested in the orientation representative of their intended use indicated by the
manufacturer for their application and installation.
7.4.4 Performance criteria

— D – Stability duration

When tested as described in the test method test specimens shall maintain stability, without:
a) cracks or openings in excess of given dimensions as specified in EN 12101-1;

b) sustained flaming;

c) collapse.

Any smoke barrier shall resist smoke penetration.

Additionally test specimens shall not release flaming droplets or particles within the first 600 s
of the test.
— DH – Stability duration

The classification DH indicates performance at higher temperature ranges.

The same criteria apply as for the D class.
7.4.5 Classes

D600 30 60 90 120 A
DH 30 60 90 120 A
where A indicates any time over 120 min.
7.5 Classification of powered smoke and heat control ventilators

7.5.1 Test method

The test method for powered smoke and heat control ventilators shall be as given in
EN 12101-3. The ventilator is tested as a complete assembly, with, for example, dampers or
deflectors if fitted.
7.5.2 Tests to be performed

The ventilator is tested in a furnace at the specified temperature. The performance is

determined by testing the ventilator so that at normal ambient temperature and pressure the
power output is 80 % to 100 % of the maximum absorbed power of the ventilator and it is
operating anywhere on its volume pressure curve, provided that the volume or pressure
reading are stable.
7.5.3 Performance criteria

The ventilator is shown to be functioning satisfactorily by its continued ability to provide the
initial volume or pressure, within the defined limits in the test method.
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7.5.4 Classes

F200 120
F300 60
F400 90 120
F600 60
F842 30
7.6 Classification of natural smoke and heat exhaust ventilators

7.6.1 Test method

The test method for natural smoke and heat exhaust ventilators shall be as given in EN 12101-2.
7.6.2 Tests to be performed

The ventilator is tested in a furnace at the specified temperature.

7.6.3 Performance criteria

The performance is determined by testing the ability of the installed ventilator to open under
exposure to heat and to remain in the fire open position with not more than 10 % reduction of
the throat area.
7.6.4 Classes

B300 30
B600 30
Bθ 30

where θ indicates the exposure condition in °C.

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Annex A
(normative)

Classification report

A.1 General
The aim of the classification report is to provide a harmonized way of presenting the
classification of a construction element or product when classified, based on results obtained
during tests in accordance with the resistance to fire test methods and/or through extended
application process.
A classification report is expected to detail the basis and the results of the classification process.

A.2 Content and format

The classification report shall have the following content and format illustrated below:
a) identification number and date of the classification document;

b) identification of the owner of the classification document;

c) identification of the organization issuing the classification document;

d) details of the type and function of the classified element or product classification, including
its commercial name;

e) detailed description of the element, either:

— reference is made to a detailed description of the product as available in one of the test
reports and/or the extended application report(s) in support of this classification, or

— a detailed description is reproduced in this classification document. The detailed

description will include a full description and identification of all relevant components, the
method of assembly etc. It will also list all relevant harmonized technical specifications
applicable to the whole or parts of the classified product;

f) test(s) and extended application(s) carried out:

i) each test report and extended application report used in support of this classification is
identified by:

• the name of the laboratory carrying out the tests or preparing the extended application
report;

• the name of the sponsor;

• the test report and/or the extended application report identification number;

ii) identification of the tests performed in accordance with this standard and the
envisaged field of application;
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iii) detailed test results and/or extended application results for each test condition for all
relevant criteria involved in the classification.

g) Classification and field of application:

— reference to the relevant classification procedure in this document;

— classification of the product;

— detailed description of the field of application of this classification document;

h) additional statements:

— any restrictions on the duration of the validity of this classification report;

— a warning ‘This document does not represent type approval or certification of the product’.

The following shows the layout and format of the classification report:
LOGO/Letterhead of organization undertaking classification

CLASSIFICATION REPORT OF PRODUCT XYZ

IDENTIFICATION NUMBER OF THIS REPORT

On behalf of
OWNER OF CLASSIFICATION DOCUMENT
Address 1

Address 2

Address 3

Address 4

1 Introduction
This classification report defines the classification assigned to product XYZ in accordance with
the procedures given in EN 13501-4:2016.
2 Details of element
2.1 Type of function
The product xyz is defined as a ‘component of a smoke control system’. Its function, alongside
other components of the system, is to control the movement and/or containment of smoke and
heat.
2.2 Description
either
The product xyz is fully described in the test report(s) and/or the extended application
report(s) in support of this classification listed in Clause 3 of the classification report.
or
— The product xyz comprises:
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— Detailed description of product

— This product complies with the following harmonized technical specifications: list of
relevant specifications.

3 Reports and results in support of this classification

3.1 For multi-compartment smoke control ducts
Information in support of this classification report.
Name of Name of Unique E I Orientation S Underpressure
laboratory sponsor ref no min min min. Pa

3.2 For single compartment smoke control ducts

Name of Name of Unique E Temp Orientation S Underpressure
laborator sponsor ref no min °C min Pa
y

3.3 For multi-compartment dampers

Name of Name Uniqu E I Orientat Directi S Δp Openin Automatic/
laborator of e mi min ion on mi Pa g manual
y sponso ref n n capabil
r no. ity

Δp – pressure difference
3.4 For single compartment dampers
Name of Name Uniqu E Tem Orientat Directio S Δp Opening Automat
laborato of e mi p ion n min Pa capabili ic/
ry sponso ref no n °C . ty manual
r

Δp – pressure difference
3.5 For smoke barriers
Name of Name Uniqu D60 DH
laboratory of e 0 min
sponso ref no
mi
r
n

3.6 For powered ventilators

NAME OF NAME OF UNIQUE F TEMP.
LABORATORY SPONSOR REF No. min. °C
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3.7 For natural ventilators

NAME OF NAME OF UNIQUE B TEMP.
LABORATORY SPONSOR REF No. min. °C

4 Classification and field of application

4.1 Reference of classification
This classification has been carried out in accordance with EN 13501-4:2016.
4.2 Classification
In the tables below the following symbols are used:
* 500 or 1 000 or 1 500
** ved, vew, vedw or hod, how, hodw
*** → or ← or ↔
**** yy = 300 or 10 000 or mod
4.2.1 Duct for multi-compartment smoke control systems
E I t t ( ve - ho ) S * multi

Example EI 60 (ve) S1000multi, EI 30 (ve-ho) 500multi

4.2.2 Ducts for single compartment smoke control systems

E300 t t ( ve - ho ) S * single

or

E600
Example E600 60 (ho) S500single

4.2.3 For multi-compartment fire resisting smoke control dampers

E I t t ( **ved - **hod - i *** o ) S * ****Cyy HOT AA multi
or
400/30
MA
Example EI 60 (vedw-i→o) S500C300AAmulti E120 (hod-i↔o) 500C10000MAmulti

4.2.4 For single compartment smoke control dampers

E300 t t ( ve - ho - i *** o ) S * ****Cyy HOT AA single
or
or 400/30
MA
E600
Example E300 60 (ve-i↔o) S1500C10000MAsingle

4.2.5 For smoke barriers

D600 t t
Example D600 90
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or
D H t t
Example DH 60

4.2.6 For powered ventilators

F200 / t t
F300 /
F400 /
F600 /
F842
Example F600 60

4.2.7 For natural ventilators

B300 / t t
B600 /
Bθ

where θ indicates the exposure condition in °C

Example B600 30

4.3 Field of application

The product xyz has the following field of application in accordance with EN xxxx:XXXX.
— field of application

5 Limitations
5.1 Restrictions
Statements concerning any restrictions on the duration of the validity of this classification
document.
5.2 Warning
This document does not represent type approval or certification of the product.
Report Name Signature a Date
Prepared by
Review by
a for and on behalf of.
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