Fraunhofer Institute for Building Physics
Sound insulation of room-high elements
Acoustics
| Measurement | Sound insulation |
| Standard | DIN EN ISO 10140 |
| Measurement object | Façade elements, windows, glazings, panels, gates, doors, large elements |
Technical data
| Floor area (2 rooms) | 17.7 m² and 20 m² |
| Room volume (2 rooms) | 62 m³ and 70 m³ |
| Entrance doors (H × W) | 2.05 × 1.91 m and 2.00 × 0.83 m |
| Size of test samples (H × W) | 3.18 × 1.23 m (butt joint) |
Special feature
| Max. sound reduction (related to the size of test sample) | R'max,w = 72 dB |
More information
- Elements with smaller size will be framed by a multi-layer panel construction with high sound insulation.
- Larger elements can be tested in other facilities.