NBN EN 61952 : 2009

INTRODUCTION
1 Scope and object
2 Normative references
3 Definitions
4 Identification
5 Classification of tests
  5.1 Design tests
  5.2 Type tests
  5.3 Sample tests
  5.4 Routine tests
6 Design tests
  6.1 General
  6.2 Tests on interfaces and connections of end fittings
  6.3 Assembled core load tests
  6.4 Tests of shed and housing material
  6.5 Tests for the core material
7 Type tests
  7.1 Verification of dimensions
  7.2 Electrical tests
  7.3 Mechanical tests
8 Sample tests
  8.1 General rules
  8.2 Verification of dimensions (E1 + E2)
  8.3 Galvanizing test (E1 + E2)
  8.4 Verification of the SCL (E1)
  8.5 Re-testing procedure
9 Routine tests
  9.1 Tensile load test
  9.2 Visual examination
Annex A (informative) Notes on the mechanical loads and tests
Annex B (informative) Determination of the equivalent bending moment
        caused by combined loads
Annex C (informative) Explanation of the concept of classes for the
        design tests
Annex ZA (normative) Normative references to international
         publications with their corresponding European
         publications
Bibliography

Applies to composite line post insulators consisting of a load-bearing, cylindrical, insulating solid core made up of fibres - usually glass - in a resin-based matrix.