EN 4608-004:2015
(Main)Aerospace series - Cable, electrical, fire resistant - Single and twisted multicore assembly, screened (braided) and jacketed - Operating temperatures between - 65 °C and 260 °C - Part 004: DW family - Lightweight - UV Laser printable - Product standard
Aerospace series - Cable, electrical, fire resistant - Single and twisted multicore assembly, screened (braided) and jacketed - Operating temperatures between - 65 °C and 260 °C - Part 004: DW family - Lightweight - UV Laser printable - Product standard
This European Standard specifies the characteristics of lightweight fire proof, screened, electrical cables for use in the on-board electrical systems of aircraft at operating temperature between – 65 °C and 260 °C.
These cables are UV Laser printable in accordance with EN 3838.
Luft- und Raumfahrt - Feuerbeständige elektrische Leitungen - Einzel- und mehradrig verdrillte Leitungen, geschirmt (Geflecht) und ummantelt - Betriebstemperaturen zwischen -65 °C und 260 °C - Teil 004: DW-Familie - Leichte Bauweise - UV-Laser bedruckbar - Produktnorm
Série aérospatiale - Câbles électriques blindés résistant au feu - Simple et multifilaire blindé (tresse) gainé - Températures de fonctionnement comprises entre - 65 °C et 260 °C - Partie 004: Famille DW - Fil allégé - Marquable laser UV - Norme de produit
Aeronavtika - Električni ognjevzdržni kabli - Enožilni in posukani večžilni kabli, zaslonjeni (opleteni) in oplaščeni - Delovne temperature med –65 °C in 260 °C - 004. del: Družina DW - Lahki - Z možnostjo UV-laserskega tiskanja - Standard za proizvod
Ta evropski standard določa lastnosti lahkih ognjevzdržnih dvožilnih ognjevzdržnih zaslonjenih električnih kablov za uporabo v električnih sistemih na letalih pri delovnih temperaturah med – 65 °C and 260 °C. Na te kable je mogoče tiskati z UV-laserjem v skladu s standardom EN 3838.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 16-Jun-2015
- Withdrawal Date
- 30-Dec-2015
- Technical Committee
- ASD-STAN - Aerospace
- Drafting Committee
- ASD-STAN/D 2 - Electrical
- Current Stage
- 6060 - Definitive text made available (DAV) - Publishing
- Start Date
- 17-Jun-2015
- Completion Date
- 17-Jun-2015
Relations
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
Overview
EN 4608-004:2015 is a European standard developed by CEN, specifying the requirements for lightweight, fire-resistant electrical cables used in aerospace applications. These single and twisted multicore cables are screened with a braided nickel-plated copper and jacketed with sintered wrapped PTFE, designed to operate reliably in extreme temperature environments from -65 °C up to 260 °C. The standard focuses on cables of the DW family that are UV laser printable according to EN 3838, which facilitates clear and durable marking for aerospace identification and traceability.
Key aspects covered include cable construction, materials, required characteristics, testing procedures, quality assurance, and marking protocols to ensure safety, performance, and durability in critical onboard electrical systems.
Key Topics
Cable Construction & Materials:
- Single to three-core cables with twisted assembly
- Screen made from nickel-plated copper braid conforming to EN 2083
- Outer jacket of sintered wrapped PTFE that supports UV laser printing
- Compliance with EN 2346-005 for core conductors
Operating Conditions:
- Temperature range: -65 °C to 260 °C continuous operation
- Voltage rating: 600 V AC
- Frequency use up to 2,000 Hz
Testing & Quality Assurance:
- Comprehensive tests including electrical resistance, voltage proof, insulation resistance, thermal shock, fire resistance, and mechanical durability in accordance with EN 3475 and EN 3838
- Specific assessments for laser marked cable samples ensure marking durability and legibility
- Performance under extreme conditions such as bending at low temperature and dynamic cut-through
- Quality management systems compliant with EN 9133
Identification & Marking:
- UV Laser printable markings conform to EN 3838 for permanent cable identification
- Standardized color coding as per EN 4608-002
- Markings include type codes indicating core number and nominal section
Design Specifications:
- Standardized nomenclature for easy identification (e.g., EN4608-004A codes)
- Packaging and labeling defined to maintain traceability and prevent damage during delivery
Applications
EN 4608-004:2015 cables are specifically designed for the aerospace industry for onboard aircraft electrical systems that require high reliability under harsh environmental conditions. Their features make them ideal for:
- Aircraft electrical wiring harnesses where fire resistance and durability are critical
- Control and instrumentation systems in aircraft exposed to temperature extremes
- Safety-critical power and signaling systems requiring screened and jacketed cabling for electromagnetic interference reduction
- Aircraft maintenance and refurbishment needing durable cable marking techniques such as UV laser printing for parts identification
- Lightweight installation demands where cable mass reduction contributes to overall aircraft performance efficiency
Related Standards
- EN 2346-005: Specifies copper or copper alloy conductors used in these cables
- EN 4608-001: Technical specification for fire-resistant aircraft cables
- EN 4608-002: General requirements and color coding for fire-resistant cables
- EN 3475 (all parts): Comprehensive test methods for aerospace electrical cables
- EN 3838: Requirements for user-applied markings including laser printability on cables
- EN 9133: Quality management systems for aerospace parts qualification
- EN 4608-005: Related standard for GPB family cables, single UV laser printable
By adhering to EN 4608-004:2015, manufacturers and users ensure high-quality, fire-resistant, thermally stable aerospace cables that meet strict European standards for safety, performance, and traceability in aircraft electrical systems. This standard supports the aerospace industry's goals for lightweight, durable, and clearly identifiable wiring solutions under extreme environmental conditions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
EN 4608-004:2015 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Aerospace series - Cable, electrical, fire resistant - Single and twisted multicore assembly, screened (braided) and jacketed - Operating temperatures between - 65 °C and 260 °C - Part 004: DW family - Lightweight - UV Laser printable - Product standard". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies the characteristics of lightweight fire proof, screened, electrical cables for use in the on-board electrical systems of aircraft at operating temperature between – 65 °C and 260 °C. These cables are UV Laser printable in accordance with EN 3838.
This European Standard specifies the characteristics of lightweight fire proof, screened, electrical cables for use in the on-board electrical systems of aircraft at operating temperature between – 65 °C and 260 °C. These cables are UV Laser printable in accordance with EN 3838.
EN 4608-004:2015 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 4608-004:2015 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 3475-515:2009, EN 3475-408:2025, EN 3475-412:2002, EN 3475-511:2002, EN 3475-806:2002, EN 3475-508:2007, EN 3475-413:2002, EN 3475-418:2019, EN 3475-404:2025, EN 3475-811:2009, EN 3475-306:2005, EN 3475-812:2009, EN 3475-706:2005, EN 3475-407:2009, EN 3475-808:2002. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.SURL]YRGLuft- und Raumfahrt - Feuerbeständige elektrische Leitungen - Einzel- und mehradrig verdrillte Leitungen, geschirmt (Geflecht) und ummantelt - Betriebstemperaturen zwischen - 65 °C und 260 °C - Teil 004: DW-Familie - Leichte Bauweise - UV Laser bedruckbar - ProduktnormSérie aérospatiale - Câbles électriques blindés résistant au feu - Simple et multifilaire blindé (tresse) gainé - Températures de fonctionnement comprises entre - 65 °C et 260 °C - Partie 004: Famille DW - Fil allégé - Marquable laser UV - Norme de produitAerospace series - Cable, electrical, fire resistant - Single and twisted multicore assembly, screened (braided) and jacketed - Operating temperatures between - 65 °C and 260 °C - Part 004: DW family - Lightweight - UV Laser printable - Product standard49.060Aerospace electric equipment and systemsICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 4608-004:2015SIST EN 4608-004:2015en,fr,de01-september-2015SIST EN 4608-004:2015SLOVENSKI
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EN 4608-004
June 2015 ICS 49.060 English Version
Aerospace series - Cable, electrical, fire resistant - Single and twisted multicore assembly, screened (braided) and jacketed - Operating temperatures between - 65 °C and 260 °C - Part 004: DW family - Lightweight - UV Laser printable - Product standard Série aérospatiale - Câbles électriques blindés résistant au feu - Simple et multifilaire blindé (tresse) gainé - Températures de fonctionnement comprises entre - 65 °C et 260 °C - Partie 004: Famille DW - Fil allégé - Marquable laser UV - Norme de produit
Luft- und Raumfahrt - Feuerbeständige elektrische Leitungen - Einzel- und mehradrig verdrillte Leitungen, geschirmt (Geflecht) und ummantelt - Betriebstemperaturen zwischen -65 °C und 260 °C - Teil 004: DW-Familie - Leichte Bauweise - UV-Laser bedruckbar - Produktnorm This European Standard was approved by CEN on 21 June 2014.
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