EN 316 Wood Fiber Boards - Definition - Test for Classification and Symbols

EUROLAB, with its state-of-the-art accredited laboratories and expert team, provides precise and fast testing services within the scope of EN 316 testing. This European Standard gives the definition, classification and symbols for wood fiber boards.

Wood fiber boards, also known as fiberboard or fiberboard, are composite materials made from wood fibers or other lignocellulosic materials that are shredded and compressed under high pressure and temperature.

There are several types of wood fiber board, each with their own characteristics and uses. The most common types are:

• Medium Density Fibreboard (MDF): MDF is made from fine wood fibers and resin that are compressed under high pressure and temperature to create a dense, smooth board. It is often used in furniture, cabinetry and molding.
• High Density Fiberboard (HDF): HDF is similar to MDF but is made from denser wood fibers and has a higher strength-to-density ratio. It is used in applications that require a high degree of strength and durability, such as flooring and wall panels.
• Chipboard: Particleboard is made from highly compressed wood fibers treated with resin or other binders. It is used in a wide variety of applications, including furniture, flooring and wall panels.
• Oriented Strand Board (OSB): OSB is made of wood strips oriented in specific directions and bonded together with resin. It is often used as a structural panel in roofing, flooring and wall cladding.

The symbols used to classify wood fiber boards vary by country or region, but generally indicate the board's thickness, density, and surface properties. For example, the European standard EN 622-5 uses the following symbols:

MDF: HDF: Particleboard:

• 2H: 3H: 4H: thickness in millimeters
• L: low density
• M: medium density
• H: high density
• P: smooth surface
• V: rough surface

These symbols are used to indicate the characteristics of the card and to help ensure that it is suitable for the intended application.

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