EN 2266-008:2022
(Main)Aerospace series - Cables, electrical, for general purpose - Operating temperatures between -55 °C and 200 °C - Part 008: DRP (pair) DRT (3 cores) DRQ (4 cores) family, multicore UV laser printable jacketed cable - Product standard
Aerospace series - Cables, electrical, for general purpose - Operating temperatures between -55 °C and 200 °C - Part 008: DRP (pair) DRT (3 cores) DRQ (4 cores) family, multicore UV laser printable jacketed cable - Product standard
This document specifies the characteristics of UV laser printable multicore jacketed electrical cables for use in the on-board electrical systems of aircraft at operating temperatures between −55 °C and 200 °C.
Luft- und Raumfahrt - Leitungen, elektrisch, für allgemeine Verwendung - Betriebstemperaturen zwischen -55 °C und 200 °C - Teil 008: DRP- (zweiadrig), DRT- (dreiadrig), DRQ- (vieradrig) Familie, mehradrige, UV-Laser-bedruckbare, ummantelte Leitungen - Produktnorm
Dieses Dokument legt die Eigenschaften von UV Laser bedruckbaren, mehradrigen, ummantelten elektrischen Leitungen zur Verwendung in Bordnetzen von Luftfahrzeugen bei Betriebstemperaturen zwischen −55 °C und 200 °C fest.
Série aérospatiale - Câbles électriques d'usage général - Températures de fonctionnement comprises entre -55 °C et 200 °C - Partie 008 : DRP (paire) DRT (tierce) DRQ (quarte) multiconducteurs gainés marquables au laser UV - Norme de produit
Le présent document spécifie les caractéristiques des câbles électriques multiconducteurs gainés marquables au laser UV, utilisés dans les systèmes électriques de bord des aéronefs à des températures de fonctionnement comprises entre -55 °C et 200 °C.
Aeronavtika - Električni kabli za splošno uporabo - Delovne temperature med –55 °C in 200 °C - 008. del: Družina DRP (dvožilni), DRT (trižilni), DRQ (štirižilni), večžilni, oplaščeni, z možnostjo UV-laserskega tiskanja - Standard za proizvod
Ta dokument določa značilnosti večžilnih oplaščenih električnih kablov z možnostjo UV-laserskega tiskanja za uporabo v električnih sistemih na krovu letala pri obratovalnih temperaturah med −55 °C in 200 °C.
Te kable je mogoče označiti tudi s kvalificirano združljivo oznako. Te oznake naj bi bile v skladu s standardom EN 3838.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 29-Nov-2022
- Technical Committee
- ASD-STAN - Aerospace
- Drafting Committee
- ASD-STAN/D 2/S 2 - Cables & Stripping Tools
- Current Stage
- 6060 - Definitive text made available (DAV) - Publishing
- Start Date
- 30-Nov-2022
- Completion Date
- 30-Nov-2022
Relations
- Effective Date
- 15-May-2019
Overview
EN 2266-008:2022 is a European standard within the aerospace series that specifies the requirements for UV laser printable multicore jacketed electrical cables designed for general purpose use in aircraft onboard electrical systems. These cables are engineered to operate reliably in extreme environmental conditions, specifically at temperatures ranging from -55 °C to 200 °C.
The standard focuses on three cable families:
- DRP (pair, 2 cores)
- DRT (3 cores)
- DRQ (4 cores)
All cables in this family are multicore, feature UV laser printable jackets for traceability and identification, and are manufactured according to strict aerospace quality and durability requirements.
Key Topics
Cable Construction & Materials
The cables consist of cores compliant with EN 2267-009, twisted and jacketed using materials that meet aerospace-grade specifications. The outer jacket supports UV laser printing for precise, durable marking.Operating Temperature Range
Rated for extreme conditions from -55 °C to 200 °C, ensuring reliable performance in diverse aerospace environments.Core Color Coding
Core color coding and cabling configurations adhere to EN 2267-002 and EN 2235:2015 to ensure consistency and ease of installation.Electrical and Mechanical Characteristics
Specifications include ohmic resistance, voltage proof, insulation and surface resistance, continuity, and tensile strength requirements. Testing aligns with aerospace methods detailed in EN 3475 series.Testing & Quality Assurance
Comprehensive testing covers accelerated ageing, thermal shock, flammability, resistance to fluids, solderability, and laser markability. Quality assurance follows EN 9133, ensuring products meet stringent aerospace standards.Marking and Identification
Marking complies with EN 2266-002 and is optimized for UV laser printing, enabling precise traceability and identification throughout the product lifecycle.
Applications
Aircraft Electrical Systems
These cables are designed exclusively for onboard use in aircraft electrical systems, providing reliable signal and power transmission amid harsh aerospace conditions.Aerospace Manufacturing & Maintenance
The product standard supports aerospace manufacturers and maintenance providers needing standardized, easily identifiable cables that withstand temperature extremes and mechanical stresses.Traceability and Quality Control
UV laser printable jackets allow for durable, high-contrast marking essential for quality assurance, maintenance records, and regulatory compliance in aviation.
Related Standards
EN 2266-008:2022 references and complements several aerospace and electrical cable standards, including:
- EN 2267-009 – Defines core types and constructions compatible with these cables.
- EN 2235:2015 – Technical specification for single and multicore electrical cables.
- EN 3475 series – Aerospace test methods for electrical cables (e.g., ohmic resistance, thermal shock, flammability).
- EN 2266-002 – General product standard for aerospace cables operating between -55 °C and 200 °C.
- EN 3838 – User-applied marking requirements on aircraft electrical cables.
- EN 9133 – Quality management system for aerospace standard product qualification.
Keywords: aerospace electrical cables, UV laser printable cable, multicore jacketed cables, aircraft electrical systems, operating temperature -55°C to 200°C, DRP cable, DRT cable, DRQ cable, EN 2266-008, aerospace cable standards, aircraft cable marking, aerospace wire identification, electrical cable quality assurance.
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 2266-008:2022 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Aerospace series - Cables, electrical, for general purpose - Operating temperatures between -55 °C and 200 °C - Part 008: DRP (pair) DRT (3 cores) DRQ (4 cores) family, multicore UV laser printable jacketed cable - Product standard". This standard covers: This document specifies the characteristics of UV laser printable multicore jacketed electrical cables for use in the on-board electrical systems of aircraft at operating temperatures between −55 °C and 200 °C.
This document specifies the characteristics of UV laser printable multicore jacketed electrical cables for use in the on-board electrical systems of aircraft at operating temperatures between −55 °C and 200 °C.
EN 2266-008:2022 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 49.060 - Aerospace electric equipment and systems. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 2266-008:2022 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 2266-008:2015. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-februar-2023
Nadomešča:
SIST EN 2266-008:2015
Aeronavtika - Električni kabli za splošno uporabo - Delovne temperature med –55
°C in 200 °C - 008. del: Družina DRP (dvožilni), DRT (trižilni), DRQ (štirižilni),
večžilni, oplaščeni, z možnostjo UV-laserskega tiskanja - Standard za proizvod
Aerospace series - Cables, electrical, for general purpose - Operating temperatures
between -55 °C and 200 °C - Part 008: DRP (pair) DRT (3 cores) DRQ (4 cores) family,
multicore UV laser printable jacketed cable - Product standard
Luft- und Raumfahrt - Leitungen, elektrisch, für allgemeine Verwendung -
Betriebstemperaturen zwischen -55 °C und 200 °C - Teil 008: DRP- (zweiadrig), DRT-
(dreiadrig), DRQ- (vieradrig) Familie, mehradrige, UV-Laser-bedruckbare, ummantelte
Leitungen - Produktnorm
Série aérospatiale - Câbles électriques d'usage général - Températures de
fonctionnement comprises entre -55 °C et 200 °C - Partie 008 : DRP (paire) DRT (tierce)
DRQ (quarte) multiconducteurs gainés marquables au laser UV - Norme de produit
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 2266-008:2022
ICS:
29.060.20 Kabli Cables
49.060 Letalska in vesoljska Aerospace electric
električna oprema in sistemi equipment and systems
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
EN 2266-008
EUROPEAN STANDARD
NORME EUROPÉENNE
November 2022
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 49.060 Supersedes EN 2266-008:2015
English Version
Aerospace series - Cables, electrical, for general purpose -
Operating temperatures between -55 °C and 200 °C - Part
008: DRP (pair) DRT (3 cores) DRQ (4 cores) family,
multicore UV laser printable jacketed cable - Product
standard
Série aérospatiale - Câbles électriques d'usage général - Luft- und Raumfahrt - Leitungen, elektrisch, für
Températures de fonctionnement comprises entre -55 allgemeine Verwendung - Betriebstemperaturen
°C et 200 °C - Partie 008 : DRP (paire) DRT (tierce) zwischen - 55 °C und 200 °C - Teil 008: DRP-
DRQ (quarte) multiconducteurs gainés marquables au (zweiadrig), DRT- (dreiadrig), DRQ- (vieradrig)
laser UV - Norme de produit Familie, mehradrige, UV-Laser-bedruckbare,
ummantelte Leitungen - Produktnorm
This European Standard was approved by CEN on 8 May 2022.
CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this
European Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references
concerning such national standards may be obtained on application to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre or to any CEN
member.
This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by
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worldwide for CEN national Members.
Contents Page
European foreword . 3
1 Scope . 4
2 Normative references . 4
3 Terms and definitions . 6
4 Materials and construction . 6
4.1 Materials . 6
4.2 Construction . 6
4.3 Colours coding of cores . 8
5 Required characteristics . 8
6 Quality assurance . 10
7 Designation . 10
8 Identification and marking . 10
9 Packaging, labelling and delivery lengths . 10
10 Technical specification . 10
Bibliography . 11
European foreword
This document (EN 2266-008:2022) has been prepared by the Aerospace and Defence Industries
Association of Europe — Standardization (ASD-STAN).
After enquiries and votes carried out in accordance with the rules of this Association, this document has
received the approval of the National Associations and the Official Services of the member countries of
ASD-STAN, prior to its presentation to CEN.
This document shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an identical text
or by endorsement, at the latest by May 2023, and conflicting national standards shall be withdrawn at
the latest by May 2023.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. CEN [and/or CENELEC] shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent
rights.
This document supersedes EN 2266-008:2015.
The main changes with respect to the previous edition are listed in the following table.
Table 1 — Main changes introduced
prEN/EN Publication
Edition Modifications
number date
1 01/2014 -
prEN 2266-
2 05/2021 Modification on some conditions of test (temperature).
Change applicability on humidity test.
Any feedback and questions on this document should be directed to the users’ national standards body.
A complete listing of these bodies can be found on the CEN website.
According to the CEN-CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organisations of the
following countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria,
Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland,
Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Republic of
North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Türkiye and the
United Kingdom.
1 Scope
This document specifies the characteristics of UV laser printable multicore jacketed electrical cables for
use in the on-board electrical systems of aircraft at operating temperatures between −55 °C and 200 °C.
2 Normative references
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content
constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For
undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
EN 2083, Aerospace series — Copper or copper alloys conductors for electrical cables — Product standard
EN 2235:2015, Aerospace series — Single and multicore electrical cables, screened and jacketed —
Technical specification
EN 2266-002, Aerospace series — Cables, electrical, for general purpose — Operating temperatures
between -55 °C and 20
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