A rail vehicle is far more than merely a means of transport—it is a highly complex system in which every single component contributes to the safety of the overall system. Particularly in the event of a fire, safety depends not only on the vehicle concept but also on the selection of the materials employed. Hazard levels, installation locations, and vehicle categories define clear requirements for the components used; they determine which material combinations are permissible—and distinguish a standard solution from a design specifically suited for the rail sector.
Our unpopulated printed circuit boards meet the relevant requirements of EN 45545-2. The material systems employed—comprising base material and solder mask—have been duly tested and documented, and are qualified for demanding applications within the railway sector. We supply the certified material foundation for safe electronic systems in rail transport.
Thousands of people rely every day on a train to bring them safely to their destination. They do not think about hazard levels, installation locations, or vehicle categories—and that is precisely the standard. Safety must be a matter of course. Yet, behind this self-evident safety lie precisely defined requirements. Depending on the vehicle type, route profile, and installation location, the underlying conditions vary significantly. A component located in the passenger compartment is subject to different standards than one in the technical section. High-speed rail imposes different demands than regional applications. And for travel through a long tunnel, the heightened requirements are easily understandable. As the hazard level rises, expectations regarding material behavior and fire safety increase substantially.
EN 45545 establishes uniform, Europe-wide fire safety requirements for all materials used in rail vehicles. In the railway sector, there is no room for assumptions—only for verified evidence. Our certifications in accordance with EN 45545-2 document precisely this reliability. They demonstrate that our solutions perform where it matters most: under realistic testing conditions and within clearly defined safety classes.
Safety is not a promise.
Safety is proven performance.
The manufacturing of printed circuit boards is a precise sequence of processes that significantly influences conformity, quality, and service life. Through regular audits at our production facilities, we ensure that critical processes are strictly controlled - guaranteeing high reliability and long-term performance.
You can rely on our expertise and technology to implement secure, standards-compliant solutions that function reliably - even under demanding operating conditions.
Here you will find our approved material combinations and test certificates from international and German production
| Base material | Solder resist | R24 O₂ content | R25 temperature | HL1 | HL1 | HL1 | Online certificate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Shengyi S1000H |
Taiyo PSR-4000 MPHF |
>60 % |
850°C |
X |
X |
X |
|
|
Shengyi S1000H |
Taiyo PSR-4000 MH |
>60 % |
850°C |
X |
X |
X |
|
|
Shengyi S1000H |
Taiyo PSR-2000 MT |
>60 % |
850°C |
X |
X |
X |
|
|
Shengyi S1000H |
China SM SR500 MT |
>60 % |
850°C |
X |
X |
X |
|
|
Shengyi S1000H -2M |
Taiyo PSR-4000 MPHF |
>60 % |
850°C |
X |
X |
X |
|
|
Shengyi S1150G |
Taiyo PSR-4000 MPHF |
>60 % |
850°C |
X |
X |
X |
|
|
ITEQ 158TC |
Taiyo PSR-4000 MPHF |
>60 % |
850°C |
X |
X |
X |
|
|
ITEQ 180ATC |
Taiyo PSR-4000 MPHF |
>60 % |
850°C |
X |
X |
X |
|
|
Kingboard KB6165F |
Taiyo PSR-2000 MT |
>60 % |
850°C |
X |
X |
X |
|
|
Kingboard KB6165F |
Rongda H-9100 |
>60 % |
850°C |
X |
X |
X |
|
|
EMC EM-370(5) |
Peters Elpemer 2467 |
>60 % |
850°C |
X |
X |
X |
|
|
ISOLA DE104 |
Peters Elpemer 2467 |
>60 % |
850°C |
X |
X |
X |
|
|
Nan Ya NPG-151 |
Peters Elpemer 2467 |
>60 % |
850°C |
X |
X |
X |
|
|
Nan Ya NPG-170 |
Peters Elpemer 2467 |
>60 % |
850°C |
X |
X |
X |
|
|
Panasonic R-1566(W) |
Peters Elpemer 2467 |
>60 % |
850°C |
X |
X |
X |
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