Aerospace series - Elements of electrical and optical connection - Test methods - Part 416: Contact bending strength

This standard specifies a method of determining the bending strength of male contacts used in elements of electrical and optical connection.
It shall be used together with EN 2591-100.
NOTE   This test applies only to male contacts of nominal diameter £ 1 mm.

Luft- und Raumfahrt - Elektrische und optische Verbindungselemente - Prüfverfahren - Teil 416: Biegefestigkeit der Kontakte

Diese Norm legt ein Verfahren zum Nachweis der Biegefestigkeit der Stiftkontakte von elektrischen und optischen Verbindungselementen fest.
Sie ist in Verbindung mit EN 2591-100 anzuwenden.
ANMERKUNG   Diese Prüfung gilt nur für Stiftkontakte mit einem Nenndurchmesser = 1 mm.

Série aérospatiale - Organes de connexion électrique et optique - Méthodes d'essais - Partie 416 : Résistance du contact à la flexion

La présente norme spécifie une méthode pour déterminer la résistance à la flexion des contacts mâles utilisés dans les organes de connexion électrique et optique.
Elle doit être utilisée conjointement avec EN 2591-100.
NOTE   Cet essai est applicable aux contacts mâles dont le diamètre nominal est £ 1 mm.

Aerospace series - Elements of electrical and optical connection - Test methods - Part 416: Contact bending strength

General Information

Status
Published
Publication Date
27-Nov-2001
Withdrawal Date
30-May-2002
ICS
49.060 - Aerospace electric equipment and systems
Technical Committee
ASD-STAN - Aerospace
Drafting Committee
ASD-STAN/D 2 - Electrical
Current Stage
9093 - Decision to confirm - Review Enquiry
Start Date
01-Jun-2017
Completion Date
14-Apr-2025
Ref Project
SIST EN 2591-416:2004 - Aerospace series - Elements of electrical and optical connection - Test methods - Part 416: Contact bending strength

Overview

EN 2591-416:2001 is a European standard developed by CEN for the aerospace industry, focusing on the bending strength of male contacts used in electrical and optical connection elements. This standard specifies a test method to evaluate the mechanical durability of male contacts with a nominal diameter of up to 1 mm, ensuring the reliability of connectors used in aerospace applications. It is intended to be used in conjunction with EN 2591-100, which covers general test methods for such connections.

Key Topics

  • Scope of the standard: Details the method to determine the bending strength of male contacts in aerospace electrical and optical connectors.
  • Applicability: Limited to male contacts with a nominal diameter ≤ 1 mm.
  • Preparation requirements: Specimens must be free from wiring and deformation prior to testing.
  • Testing procedure:
    • Apply a bending load corresponding to a specified bending moment.
    • Apply force at a speed of 25 mm/min to a specified point on the contact.
    • Maintain load for 1 minute and then release.
  • Acceptance criteria: The permanent deformation, or "permanent set," of the contact after the test should not exceed 0.13 mm.
  • Test equipment: Requires a fixture to hold the specimen and apply force in the correct manner according to the standard.

Applications

EN 2591-416:2001 plays a critical role in aerospace component quality assurance by:

  • Verifying the mechanical strength of male contacts to withstand physical stresses during operation and handling.
  • Ensuring connector durability and reliability in aerospace electrical and optical systems, which are critical to aircraft safety.
  • Supporting aerospace manufacturers and suppliers in adherence to industry requirements for connector performance.
  • Helping reduce failures and maintenance costs by confirming that contacts resist bending-induced damage.
  • Providing a uniform testing methodology for international aerospace projects, facilitating cross-border compliance.

Related Standards

  • EN 2591-100: Aerospace series – Elements of electrical and optical connection – Test methods – Part 100: General. This is a foundational document for general test methods referenced within EN 2591-416.
  • Other parts of the EN 2591 series may cover additional test methods relevant to electrical and optical connectors used in aerospace.
  • Complementary industry standards for aerospace electrical connectors, such as those developed by AECMA, now under ASD-STAN, align with or reference EN 2591 series methodologies.
  • Related ISO and IEC standards for connector testing in aerospace and high-reliability applications may provide additional context or supplementary test methods.

Keywords: EN 2591-416:2001, aerospace electrical connectors, male contact bending strength, contact bending test, electrical and optical connection tests, aerospace connector standards, CEN standards, aerospace connector durability, permanent set test, connector mechanical testing.

Frequently Asked Questions

EN 2591-416:2001 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Aerospace series - Elements of electrical and optical connection - Test methods - Part 416: Contact bending strength". This standard covers: This standard specifies a method of determining the bending strength of male contacts used in elements of electrical and optical connection. It shall be used together with EN 2591-100. NOTE This test applies only to male contacts of nominal diameter £ 1 mm.

This standard specifies a method of determining the bending strength of male contacts used in elements of electrical and optical connection. It shall be used together with EN 2591-100. NOTE This test applies only to male contacts of nominal diameter £ 1 mm.

EN 2591-416:2001 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.

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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Aerospace series - Elements of electrical and optical connection - Test methods - Part 416: Contact bending strengthLuft- und Raumfahrt - Elektrische und optische Verbindungselemente - Prüfverfahren - Teil 416: Biegefestigkeit der KontakteSérie aérospatiale - Organes de connexion électrique et optique - Méthodes d'essais - Partie 416 : Résistance du contact a la flexionAerospace series - Elements of electrical and optical connection - Test methods - Part 416: Contact bending strength49.060Aerospace electric equipment and systemsICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 2591-416:2001SIST EN 2591-416:2004en01-maj-2004SIST EN 2591-416:2004SLOVENSKI
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EUROPEAN STANDARDNORME EUROPÉENNEEUROPÄISCHE NORMEN 2591-416November 2001ICS 49.060English versionAerospace series - Elements of electrical and optical connection- Test methods - Part 416: Contact bending strengthSérie aérospatiale - Organes de connexion électrique etoptique - Méthodes d'essais - Partie 416: Résistance ducontact à la flexionLuft- und Raumfahrt - Elektrische und optischeVerbindungselemente - Prüfverfahren - Teil 416:Biegefestigkeit der KontakteThis European Standard was approved by CEN on 4 June 2001.CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this EuropeanStandard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such nationalstandards may be obtained on application to the 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 translationunder the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the Management Centre has the same status as the officialversions.CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece,Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATIONCOMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATIONEUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNGManagement Centre: rue de Stassart, 36
B-1050 Brussels© 2001 CENAll rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reservedworldwide for CEN national Members.Ref. No. EN 2591-416:2001 ESIST EN 2591-416:2004
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