DIN EN 12814-3:2000-03

The document specifies the dimensions, the method of sampling and the preparation of the test specimen, also the conditions for performing the tensile crepp test perpendicular to the weld in order to determine the long term tensile welding factors. A tensile creep test may be used in conjunction with other tests (e.g. bend test, tensile test, macrographic examination), to assess the performance of welded assemblies, made from thermoplastics materials.