EN 2070-6:1989

Overview

EN 2070-6:1989 is a European standard developed by CEN that specifies the technical requirements for aluminium and aluminium alloy wire used specifically in rivet manufacturing within the aerospace industry. As part of the comprehensive Aerospace series on aluminium wrought products, this standard focuses exclusively on rivet wire quality, ensuring material consistency and performance for critical aerospace applications.

This standard is intended to be used in conjunction with EN 2070-1, which covers general technical specifications for aluminium and aluminium alloy wrought products. EN 2070-6:1989 addresses particular requirements relevant to the production and use of rivet wire, supporting high safety and reliability standards demanded by the aerospace sector.

Key Topics

• Material Specifications: Defines the chemical composition and mechanical properties required for aluminium and aluminium alloy wire to be used in rivet manufacturing.
• Manufacturing Quality: Outlines tolerances and processes for producing rivet wire with uniform diameter, surface finish, and defect control.
• Testing Requirements: Details testing methods to verify compliance with strength, ductility, and material composition standards.
• Traceability and Documentation: Establishes the need for thorough documentation to ensure traceability from raw material batch to finished rivet wire product.
• Conformance with Aerospace Standards: Ensures that rivet wire meets stringent aerospace safety and performance criteria, vital for aircraft structural integrity.

Applications

EN 2070-6:1989 is crucial for manufacturers, suppliers, and quality control engineers involved in the aerospace industry, specifically in the production and inspection of rivet components. Its practical applications include:

• Rivet Production: Ensuring the rivet wire provides adequate strength, malleability, and corrosion resistance for aerospace fasteners.
• Aircraft Assembly: Supporting the manufacture of rivets used in assembling aircraft fuselage, wings, and other structural components.
• Supply Chain Compliance: Providing a clear specification for suppliers of aluminium alloy wire to meet aerospace client requirements.
• Quality Assurance: Enabling quality inspections including tensile testing and chemical analysis during rivet wire production and procurement.

By adhering to EN 2070-6:1989, aerospace manufacturers can improve product reliability, maintain safety standards, and minimize the risk of component failure due to substandard rivet wire materials.

Related Standards

• EN 2070-1: General technical specification for aluminium and aluminium alloy wrought products-provides foundational requirements applied alongside Part 6.
• EN 2070 Series: A comprehensive set of standards covering different wrought aluminium products tailored for aerospace applications.
• ISO Standards on Aluminium Alloys: Complements EN 2070-6 by covering broader metallurgical criteria and testing methods for aluminium alloys.
• Aerospace Material Standards (e.g., AMS, SAE): Other industry-recognized documents that may intersect with aluminium alloy product specifications for rivets.

Keywords

• Aluminium rivet wire standard
• Aerospace aluminium alloys
• Rivet wire technical specification
• Aluminium alloy rivets aerospace
• EN 2070-6:1989 aerospace standard
• Aluminium wrought products aerospace
• Rivet manufacturing materials
• Aerospace fasteners quality requirements

By conforming to the EN 2070-6:1989 standard, manufacturers and aerospace engineers ensure the highest levels of material quality and consistency for aluminium alloy rivet wires, supporting safe and durable aerospace assemblies.