DIN EN 867-3:1997-05

Foreword
      Introduction
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Definitions
4 General requirements
5 Indicator system format
6 Performance requirements
7 Packaging and labelling
8 Quality assurance
Annex A (normative) Method for determining strength after
                    steam sterilization
Annex B (normative) Method for the estimation of the visual
                    difference between the colour of the
                    substrate and the changed (or unchanged)
                    indicator system by determination of the
                    relative reflectance density
Annex C (normative) Method for determining colour change on
                    exposure to dry saturated steam
Annex D (normative) Method for determining indicator colour
                    change on exposure to dry heat
Annex E (normative) Ageing of test samples
Annex F (normative) Method for evaluating transfer of
                    indicator to standard test pack on
                    processing
Annex G (normative) Method for demonstrating the shelf life
                    of the product
Annex H (normative) Steam exposure apparatus
Annex J (normative) Method for determining the sensitivity
                    of the indicator to the presence of air
Annex K (normative) Air injection system
Annex L (normative) Standard test pack

This standard is included in DIN Handbook 263. Defines criteria for an indicator for use in the Bowie and Dick test for steam sterilizers for wrapped items, such as instruments and porous metals.