Aerospace series - Rivets, solid, 100° normal countersunk head, in aluminium 1050A, inch based series

This standard specifies the characteristics of solid rivets, with 100° normal countersunk head, inch based series, in aluminium, for maximum operating temperature 120 °C

Luft- und Raumfahrt - Vollniete, mit 100° normalem Senkkopf, aus Aluminium 1050A, Inch-Reihe

Série aérospatiale - Rivets ordinaires, à tête fraisée 100° normale, en aluminium 1050A, série base inches

Aerospace series - Rivets, solid, 100° normal countersunk head, in aluminium 1050A, inch based series

General Information

Status
Published
Publication Date
29-Nov-1992
Withdrawal Date
30-May-1993
Technical Committee
ASD-STAN - Aerospace
Drafting Committee
ASD-STAN/D 3 - Mechanical
Current Stage
9093 - Decision to confirm - Review Enquiry
Start Date
30-Jun-2017
Completion Date
14-Apr-2025

Overview

EN 2550:1992 - Aerospace series - specifies the characteristics of solid rivets with a 100° normal countersunk head, manufactured in aluminium 1050A, presented in an inch based series. Published by CEN, this aerospace standard defines the basic requirements for rivets intended for applications where a flush, countersunk finish is required and where the maximum operating temperature does not exceed 120 °C.

Key topics and requirements

The standard focuses on the essential characteristics needed to ensure interchangeability and reliable performance in aerospace use:

  • Head geometry: 100° normal countersunk head for flush installation and aerodynamic surfaces.
  • Material: Aluminium 1050A (commercially-pure aluminium grade specified by the standard).
  • Dimensional series: Inch-based sizes and tolerances to match legacy and imperial-design assemblies.
  • Temperature rating: Maximum continuous operating temperature limited to 120 °C.
  • Characteristic definition: Specifies the rivet characteristics (dimensions, material designation and intended use) required for procurement and specification in aerospace manufacturing and maintenance.

(Note: EN 2550 defines the characteristics - detailed tests, exact dimensions or mechanical property values should be verified in the full published standard.)

Applications

EN 2550 rivets are used where a flush surface and lightweight fastening are required under moderate temperature conditions:

  • Aircraft structural assemblies requiring countersunk, flush fastenings (skins, fairings, control surfaces).
  • Aerospace interior and secondary structural components where aluminium fasteners are suitable.
  • Maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) operations needing inch-based rivet sizes and compatible material.
  • Fastener suppliers and procurement teams specifying aluminium countersunk rivets for aerospace use.

Who uses this standard

  • Aerospace design and structural engineers selecting rivet types for assemblies.
  • Procurement and quality managers specifying compliant fasteners.
  • MRO technicians and inspectors ensuring parts meet required characteristics.
  • Fastener manufacturers and distributors producing or supplying inch-based aluminium rivets.

Related standards

  • Other EN aerospace fastener standards covering different rivet head forms, materials and metric series.
  • Aluminium material specifications that define composition and properties for aluminium 1050A.
  • Regulatory and certification guidance (airworthiness authorities) for fasteners and repairs.

EN 2550 is essential when specifying solid, 100° countersunk aluminium rivets in inch sizes for aerospace applications where temperatures remain at or below 120 °C.

Frequently Asked Questions

EN 2550:1992 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Aerospace series - Rivets, solid, 100° normal countersunk head, in aluminium 1050A, inch based series". This standard covers: This standard specifies the characteristics of solid rivets, with 100° normal countersunk head, inch based series, in aluminium, for maximum operating temperature 120 °C

This standard specifies the characteristics of solid rivets, with 100° normal countersunk head, inch based series, in aluminium, for maximum operating temperature 120 °C

EN 2550:1992 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 21.060.40 - Rivets; 49.030.99 - Other fasteners. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.

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Standards Content (Sample)


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