DIN 45669-1 2020-06 PDF

Full title and description

STB DIN 45669-1:2020-06 — Measurement of vibration immissions — Part 1: Vibration meters — Requirements and tests. This document specifies performance, design and test requirements for vibration meters (vibrometers) used for measuring vibration immissions (environmental and structural vibration exposure) and details verification and test procedures for such instruments.

Abstract

Part 1 of the DIN 45669 series defines functional and metrological requirements for vibration meters, including accuracy classes, frequency ranges, input and output specifications, required filters and weighting, environmental requirements, and test methods for type and routine testing. The 2020 revision updates technical requirements and adds guidance on evaluation of measurement uncertainty for vibrometer results.

General information

• Status: Current / Published and in force as of 2020.
• Publication date: 1 June 2020 (2020-06).
• Publisher: Deutsches Institut für Normung (DIN).
• ICS / categories: 17.160 — Vibrations, shocks and vibration measurement.
• Edition / version: Edition 2020-06 (replaces earlier 2019/2010 versions).
• Number of pages: Approximately 71–73 pages (publisher listings vary by language/format).

Scope

The standard applies to vibration meters intended for the measurement of vibration immissions (environmental and building vibrations) and specifies required instrument functions, metrological properties, test procedures (type tests and verification), recommended frequency ranges and filters, and environmental and mechanical robustness necessary for reliable field and laboratory use. It is intended for manufacturers, testing laboratories and authorities that perform or rely on vibration measurements.

Key topics and requirements

• Definitions and classification of vibrometer types and accuracy/accuracy classes.
• Required frequency ranges, dynamic ranges and measurement ranges for environmental vibration measurement.
• Specifications for input transducers, conditioning, weighting filters and signal processing (including required weighting curves and averaging).
• Metrological performance requirements (linearity, resolution, stability, noise floor) and criteria for conformity.
• Test methods for type testing and verification, including environmental and functional checks.
• Requirements and guidance on evaluating and reporting measurement uncertainty (new/expanded annex material in the 2020 edition).
• Documentation, marking and information to be supplied with the instrument (calibration status, traceability).

Typical use and users

Typical users include vibrometer and instrumentation manufacturers, calibration and testing laboratories, environmental consultants, construction and civil engineering firms, authorities and regulatory bodies responsible for monitoring vibration immissions, and researchers. The standard is used to design, specify, procure and verify instruments for environmental and building vibration measurements.

Related standards

DIN 45669 is a multi‑part series; related parts cover measuring methods and the testing/calibration and in‑situ checks of vibration measuring equipment (e.g., Part 2 — Measuring method, and Part 3 — Tests/calibration/verification procedures). The series is used together with other vibration standards (for example DIN 4150 on effects of vibration on buildings) and relevant calibration/uncertainty guides.

Keywords

vibration immissions, vibrometer, vibration meter, vibration measurement, measurement uncertainty, calibration, type test, verification, DIN 45669, environmental vibration, building vibration.

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: DIN 45669-1:2020-06 is the part of the DIN 45669 series that defines requirements and test methods for vibration meters used to measure vibration immissions (environmental and structural vibration exposure).

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers instrument performance (accuracy, ranges, filters), functional requirements, environmental and mechanical robustness, test procedures for type and verification testing, documentation and guidance on evaluating measurement uncertainty.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Manufacturers of vibrometers, calibration and testing laboratories, environmental and construction consultants, regulatory bodies, and engineers performing or relying on vibration measurements.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: The 2020-06 edition is the valid/current edition published 1 June 2020; it replaced earlier editions (noting previous revisions in 2019 and earlier). Users should always confirm the latest status with the national standards body or DIN.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: Yes — DIN 45669 is a multipart series. Part 1 covers vibrometers (requirements and tests), Part 2 covers measuring methods, and other parts address testing/calibration and in‑situ checks; the parts are intended to be used together.

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: vibrometer, vibration meter, vibration measurement, vibration immissions, calibration, measurement uncertainty, type test, DIN 45669.