EN 324-1 Wood Based Panels - Test for Determination of Dimensions of Boards

EUROLAB, with its state-of-the-art accredited laboratories and expert team, provides precise and fast testing services within the scope of EN 324-1 testing. This European Standard covers thickness, width and length measurement methods of wood-based panels. Applies to all flat plates. Methods for determining squareness and edge flatness are specified in EN 324-2. Thickness, length and width of full-length boards are determined by linear measurement.

EN 324-1 is a European standard that specifies a method for determining the dimensions of wood-based panels. Specifically, it outlines the procedure for measuring the thickness, width, and length of panels.

The standard applies to all wood-based panel types, including chipboard, MDF, plywood and OSB. The measurement method involves the use of a caliper, ruler or other suitable measuring instrument.

A brief overview of the measuring procedures outlined in EN 324-1:

• Thickness determination: The thickness of a panel is measured using a caliper or micrometer at three different points along the width and length of the panel. The average of these measurements is taken as the panel thickness.
• Width determination: The width of a panel is measured using a ruler or tape measure at three different points along the length of the panel. The average of these measurements is taken as the panel width.
• Determining the length: The length of a panel is measured using a ruler or tape measure along the longest side of the panel. The measurement is taken from the inside edge of one end to the inside edge of the other, excluding any tongue or groove.

The standard also provides guidelines for selecting suitable measuring instruments and ensuring that measurements are accurate and consistent. In addition, it outlines procedures for recording and reporting measurement results.

By following the procedures outlined in EN 324-1, manufacturers and users of wood-based panels can ensure that panels are sized correctly and fit for their intended application.

EUROLAB assists manufacturers with EN 324-1 test compliance. Our test experts, with their professional working mission and principles, provide you, our manufacturers and suppliers, the best service and controlled testing process in our laboratories. Thanks to these services, businesses receive more effective, high-performance and quality testing services and provide safe, fast and uninterrupted service to their customers.