EN 491 is the European test-methods standard for evaluating concrete roofing tiles and fittings for pitched roofs and for wall cladding or lining. To match this to your program, talk with our team.
What EN 491 Covers
It is used alongside the EN 490 product specification and covers the physical tests, including load-bearing (flexural) strength, for concrete roof tiles and fittings.
How the Test Is Run
A tile is supported and loaded in bending until it breaks, and the transverse breaking load is recorded and compared against the requirement.
Why It Matters
Load-bearing strength governs roof-tile durability under service loads; a flexure fixture and accurate load measurement are essential.
Reading the Designation
Cited as EN 491 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 C99 covers flexural strength of dimension stone, a related construction bending test.
Request a Quote
Setting up concrete roof tile testing to EN 491? Request a quote and our team will help you build a system matched to your tile type and load fixturing.
TensileMill CNC products for EN 491
Our specimen-preparation systems and testing equipment compatible with EN 491:
Electro Mechanical Universal Testing System 5 kN / 50 kN with Precision Load Cell
Electro-Mechanical UTM · 5 kN / 50 kN with Precision Load Cell
Set up EN 491 testing with TensileMill CNC
TensileMill CNC helps labs run EN 491 with repeatable, audit-ready results. Our range includes high-capacity frames and fixtures for compression and flexural testing. Request a quote and our team will help you configure a system for EN 491.