EN 14477 — Puncture resistance test for flexible packaging materials

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EN 14477 is the test method for the puncture resistance of flexible packaging materials. To match this to your program, talk with our team.

What EN 14477 Covers

It measures the force and displacement to puncture flexible packaging films and laminates by a probe, relevant to packaging durability.

How the Test Is Run

A clamped flexible-packaging specimen is punctured by a probe at a controlled rate, and the force and displacement to puncture are recorded.

Why It Matters

Puncture resistance governs packaging protection; a probe fixture and accurate force-displacement measurement are used.

Reading the Designation

Cited as EN 14477 with its edition year. Confirm the edition and specimen or fixture requirements before finalizing setup. To configure a testing setup, request a quote.

Related Standards

ASTM F1306 covers slow-rate barrier puncture and ASTM D5748 covers stretch-film puncture.

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Setting up flexible packaging puncture testing to EN 14477? Request a quote and our team will help you build a system matched to your material type and probe requirements.


TensileMill CNC products for EN 14477

Our specimen-preparation systems and testing equipment compatible with EN 14477:


Equip your lab for EN 14477 with TensileMill CNC

From specimen preparation to the test itself, TensileMill CNC supports the full EN 14477 testing chain. Depending on your specimens, that can include universal testing machines with tear, peel, and puncture fixtures. Let us know your application and our engineers will help you build a compliant EN 14477 setup.