BS EN 4840-002:2023
Aerospace series. Heat shrinkable moulded shapes. Index of product standards and product dimensions

Standard No.
BS EN 4840-002:2023
Release Date
2023
Published By
British Standards Institution (BSI)  GB  /  BSI
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BS EN 4840-002:2023
 

Introduction

Standard Overview

BS EN 4840-002:2023 is a British national standard that fully adopts the European standard EN 4840-002:2023. The standard was developed by ASD-STAN (European Aerospace and Defense Industry Standardization Association), and technical committee ACE/6 is responsible for the preparation of avionics, electrical and fiber optic technology.


Core content analysis

Product type Typical style Temperature range Material properties
EN 4840-101 Type AA-W -30°C to 105°C Semi-rigid polyolefin, limited fire hazard
EN 4840-102 Type D/G/K -75°C to 150°C Semi-rigid elastomer
EN 4840-103 T/U/V Type -55°C to 200°C Fluororubber Material

Key Dimensional Parameters

The standard contains detailed dimensional specifications for 23 styles (AA-W), including:

  • Style AA: Small lip bottle, maximum diameter 5.2-8mm
  • Style D: Lipless straight bottle, length range 25.4-210mm
  • Style T: D-sub micro straight plug-in protective cover, tolerance ±5%

All dimensions are marked as recovered (Recovered) and as supplied (As The two parameters are available in two versions and include a tolerance range of ±10%-±30%.


Technology Evolution Analysis

Compared with the previous version of the standard, the 2023 version has the following major updates:

  1. Added 45°/60° multi-angle specifications for the Style W long-neck angled protective cover
  2. Optimized the dimensional chain tolerance system of the D-sub series (T/U/V type)
  3. Clarified the optional configuration requirements for drainage holes and connector cover lifting eyes

Implementation recommendations

Note when applying this standard:

  • Different materials (such as EN 4840-103 fluororubber) may cause the actual mass to exceed the maximum value marked
  • The d3 diameter of some styles may be reduced due to the material type, which needs to be confirmed with the manufacturer
  • The standard does not provide legal exemptions, and users need to ensure compliance with local regulations

BS EN 4840-002:2023 history

  • 2023 BS EN 4840-002:2023 Aerospace series. Heat shrinkable moulded shapes. Index of product standards and product dimensions
Aerospace series. Heat shrinkable moulded shapes. Index of product standards and product dimensions

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