ISO 10247-1990 (1991) PDF

Full title and description

ISO 10247:1990 — Conveyor belts — Characteristics of covers — Classification. This International Standard establishes a classification system for covers of general-purpose conveyor belts (textile or metal carcass), defines the principal cover characteristics and the essential combinations used for selection and specification. The published edition is from November 1990, with corrected language versions issued in January 1992 and an amendment published in 2006.

Abstract

Specifies the classification of belt covers for general-purpose conveyor belts with textile or metal carcasses. The standard identifies principal cover characteristics (for example, abrasion and impact resistance, thickness, hardness and special resistances), groups cover types into classes for practical selection, and indicates corresponding methods of determination. It is intended as guidance for purchasers, manufacturers and test laboratories.

General information

• Status: Published (International Standard; confirmed on periodic review).
• Publication date: November 1990 (Edition 1; corrected language versions January 1992).
• Publisher: International Organization for Standardization (ISO).
• ICS / categories: 53.040.20 — Components for conveyors.
• Edition / version: Edition 1 (1990); amended by ISO 10247:1990/Amd 1:2006.
• Number of pages: 4 pages (concise technical classification table and normative text).

Scope

Provides a classification scheme for the covers of conveyor belts intended for general-purpose use. The scope covers covers for belts with textile or metal carcasses, lists the principal cover characteristics to be used in specifying cover types, and states the corresponding test/determination methods or references to test methods. It does not replace detailed product specifications where application-specific requirements (e.g., extreme temperatures, chemical exposure, or specialized abrasion regimes) must be agreed between manufacturer and purchaser.

Key topics and requirements

• Classification of cover types for general-purpose conveyor belts (grouping by combinations of principal characteristics).
• Principal cover characteristics addressed (examples: top/bottom cover thickness, abrasion resistance, tear/impact resistance, hardness, oil/heat/ozone resistance where applicable).
• Reference to methods for determination of the stated characteristics (and to related test standards where appropriate).
• Amendment mechanism and a noted amendment published in 2006 that updates or clarifies specific classification details.
• Guidance for selection of cover classes according to intended application and operating environment (to be supplemented by purchaser–manufacturer agreement for special conditions).

Typical use and users

Used by conveyor-belt manufacturers, materials-handling equipment designers, procurement/specification engineers, test laboratories and quality managers to specify and select appropriate belt covers for general-purpose conveying applications. Standards bodies and certification organizations may also reference ISO 10247 when harmonizing national or sector specifications.

Related standards

Standards commonly used alongside ISO 10247 include specifications and test-method standards for conveyor belts and belt components such as ISO 14890 (specification for rubber- or plastics-covered conveyor belts of textile construction), ISO 15236 (steel cord conveyor belts — design and mechanical requirements), ISO 283 series (tensile testing), ISO 583 series (thickness measurement methods) and other ISO test/conditioning documents for conveyor belting and lab methods. Users should consult the ISO/TC 41/SC 3 portfolio for the current set of related conveyor-belt standards.

Keywords

conveyor belt, belt cover, cover characteristics, cover classification, textile carcass, metal carcass, abrasion resistance, hardness, thickness, ISO 10247, conveyor components, classification standard.

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: ISO 10247:1990 is an International Standard that provides a classification system for the covers of general-purpose conveyor belts (textile or metal carcasses), describing principal cover characteristics and how they are combined for selection and specification.

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers the classification of belt covers and states the essential combinations of principal characteristics and the corresponding methods of determination or references to test methods. It is not a detailed product specification for every special application; special requirements must be agreed between purchaser and manufacturer.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Manufacturers of conveyor belting, design and maintenance engineers in bulk-materials handling, procurement/specification teams, testing laboratories and standards professionals use ISO 10247 to ensure consistent definition and selection of cover types.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: The original edition was published in November 1990 (corrected language versions January 1992). The standard was amended (ISO 10247:1990/Amd 1:2006) and has been confirmed through periodic review; the ISO record shows it was reviewed and confirmed as current in 2021. Users should check the ISO catalogue or their national standards body for any later revisions or replacements.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: ISO 10247 is part of the body of ISO standards covering conveyor belts and components (work handled by ISO/TC 41/SC 3). It is related to other ISO documents that specify construction, testing and performance of conveyor belts (for example ISO 14890, ISO 15236 and various ISO test-method series).

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: Key keywords: conveyor belt, cover classification, cover characteristics, abrasion resistance, hardness, thickness, textile carcass, metal carcass, ISO 10247.