Open Project Resources
Schema Catalog
All schema repositories for the VDA 231-301 standard. Each repository covers a dedicated functional or regulatory domain.
VDA 231‑301 is organized into modular subschema repositories. Each subschema covers a dedicated functional or regulatory domain and can be used independently or in combination.
Access
Accessing Schemas
The VDA 231-301 schemas define a structured and machine-readable data model for the digital exchange of material test results. All schemas are provided as JSON Schema files.
How to download schemas
Via releases
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Open the schema repository (e.g. VDA_231-301__VDA_270)
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Navigate to Releases
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Download the JSON schema file from the Assets section
Via delivery repo
Best practice
- Use versioned releases
- Download schema files from the Assets section
- Avoid using files from the main branch
- Regularly check for updates in the release repositories
| Subschema Repository | Focus |
|---|---|
| VDA 231‑300 Generic | Material and surface definition in 3D-models in JT |
| VDA 231‑301 Generic | Generic core definitions and reusable model elements |
| VDA 275 Formaldehyde | Formaldehyde emission test data |
| VDA 278 VOC / Fogging | VOC and fogging emission test data |
| VDA 270 Odor | Odor assessment based on panel testing |
| SEP 1240 Tensile testing | Experimental Determination of Mechanical Properties of Steel Sheets for CAE-Calculations |
| EN 10204 3.1 Inspection Certificate | Digital inspection and acceptance certificates |
| Substance Declaration | Structured substance and material composition data |
Detailed data models, figures and examples are provided within each subschema repository.