What is BS EN 232 – Connecting dimension for baths about? 
BS EN 232 is a European Standard that discusses baths. The main objective of BS EN 232 is to provide best industry connecting dimensions for baths to ensure your sanitary installations are safe, reliable and effective at the point of use.
BS EN 232 specifies requirements for the connecting dimensions of baths, regardless of the material used for their manufacture.
BS EN 232 applies to baths used for domestic purposes and complements the standards for baths made from different materials, the existing standards on tap ware and waste fittings (EN 200 and EN 274-1) in terms of their dimensional requirements.
Who is BS EN 232 - Connecting dimension for baths for?  
BS EN 232 on connecting dimension for baths is relevant to:  
- Manufacturers of sanitary installations
- Manufacturers of baths 
- Quality control and testing personnel 
- Product designers 
- Interior designers
Why should you use BS EN 232 - Connecting dimension for baths?  
When it comes to manufacturing sanitary installations, adopting standardized best industry connecting dimensions are important to ensure your products meet the necessary performance requirements.
BS EN 232 provides requirements for connecting dimensions for optimal performance and effective use of baths, such that incidents of overflow, blockages and spills are avoided. It includes:
- Dimensions of the waste outlet
- Clearance around the waste outlet hole
- Dimensions and clearance around the overflow hole
- Dimensions and clearance around tapholes
Thus, if you are a manufacturer of sanitary installations, by adopting BS EN 232-compliant connecting dimensions you can ensure that the baths are safe and reliable for use.
