Sharpness of edges according to EN71-1 §8.11
Testing lab
Physical lab
Legislation
Toy Safety Directive 2009/48/EC
Testing standard
EN71-1(2014) + A1(2018) §8.11
This test is designed to address the dangers associated with sharp edges.
Principle
A self-adhesive tape is attached to a mandrel which is then rotated for a single 360° revolution along the accessible edge being tested. The tape is then examined for the length of cut.
Pass-Fail result
If the length of the cut on the tape is more than 50% of the full tape the toy to be tested is considered sharp.
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Specific Testing Conditions
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