TS EN ISO 14917

TS EN ISO 14917 is a terminology standard for thermal spraying, setting out the terms, abbreviations and basic classification logic used in this field. It establishes a common language for coating production and process communication by defining how thermal spray processes are named and grouped.

Core concepts used to distinguish thermal spray processes

Thermal spraying is the general family of surface engineering methods in which coating material is directed toward a substrate in molten, semi-molten or particulate form using an energy carrier. Consistent terminology matters because these processes can differ significantly according to the spray material used, the way the operation is carried out and the type of energy source involved. The standard provides common terms that make these distinctions technically clear.

Why the classification and abbreviations matter

The document’s scope includes classifying thermal spraying processes according to three main criteria: the type of spray material, the type of operation and the type of energy carrier. It also provides a framework for abbreviations used for spray processes, sprayed coatings and manufacturing steps. This helps keep technical documentation consistent and supports clear comparison of processes and coating-related descriptions.

In general technical practice, thermal spraying is used for purposes such as wear resistance, corrosion protection, thermal barrier performance and surface restoration. This standard is focused not on prescribing a specific application procedure, but on organising the language of the field, so that the technology can be described and classified in a consistent way.