Small Parts Tester

Test Procedure:

1. posizionare l'oggetto della prova sotto il proprio peso nel tester delle piccole parti in molteplici orientamenti.

2. Se l'oggetto si immerge completamente nel tester, è classificato come una piccola parte.

Metodi d'uso e interpretazioni

1. Per i giocattoli destinati ai bambini di età inferiore a 3 anni:

a. Remove or detached components during normal use

b. Place these components into the small parts tester

c. If passes test, classify as small part

Norme applicabili:

ASTM F963  EN 71-1

16 CFR Part 1501  ISO 8124-1

Product Advantages:

Effective Hazard Identification: Provides a reliable method for identifying potential choking hazards in toys for young children.

Ensures Safety Compliance: Essential for meeting mandatory national and international toy safety regulations, preventing product recalls and ensuring market access.

Simple and Objective: The test procedure is straightforward and provides a clear pass/fail result based purely on size, eliminating subjective judgment.

Quick Assessment: Tests can be performed rapidly during manufacturing or quality control.

Portable and Durable: The tester itself is a simple, non-electronic gauge, making it highly portable and robust.

Avvertenza in plastica espansa:

- Avoid foam packaging for toys under 3 years old due to fragmentation risk

Elementi decorativi:

- Attractive but potential small part hazards require special testing

Frammenti di bordo in plastica:

- Cracked edges or test-induced detachment qualify as small parts

Nodi di legno in giocattoli di legno:

- Natural wood knots require mandatory testing

- Sampling inspection recommended due to variable occurrence

Campo di prova:

- Includes both normal use and foreseeable misuse scenarios

Prescrizioni pre-prova:

- Define detachable components through disassembly test

- Test all removable parts before final evaluation