American European bending tester

Test Purpose

To determine if metal wires in children's products bend or break under stress, creating sharp edges or points that pose choking or injury hazards.

Criterios de conformidad

• 16 CFR CPS USA: Child Product Safety Certification
• ASTM F963: Standard Consumer Safety Specification for Toy Products
• EN 71: European Toy Safety Directive

Test Methodology

Acceptance Criteria

• No permanent deformation exceeding 15% of original length
• No sharp edges exceeding 0.5mm radius
• Maximum allowable breakage force ≥ 2N