SIST EN 2591-102:2001

Overview

EN 2591-102:1996 is a CEN aerospace standard in the EN 2591 series titled "Aerospace series - Elements of electrical and optical connection - Test methods - Part 102: Examination of dimensions and mass." The document specifies a method for checking the dimensions and mass of electrical and optical connection elements used in aerospace equipment and systems. It is intended to be used together with the general requirements in EN 2591 and is adopted nationally in some countries (e.g., SIST EN 2591-102:2001).

Keywords: EN 2591-102:1996, aerospace connectors, examination of dimensions and mass, CEN standard, elements of electrical and optical connection.

Key Topics

• Scope and purpose: Defines the method for verifying physical dimensions and mass of connector elements used in aerospace applications.
• Applicability: Targets electrical and optical connection elements within aerospace equipment and systems (ICS 49.060).
• Test method focus: Concentrates on measurement and mass-check procedures as part of test methods for connectors.
• Normative references: Designed to be applied in conjunction with the overall EN 2591 series (use with EN 2591).
• Documentation and reporting: Specifies the need for documented inspection results (typical for test-method standards) to demonstrate compliance with dimensional and mass requirements.

Note: EN 2591-102:1996 describes methods rather than design tolerances; specific dimensional limits and acceptance criteria are set by the applicable connector specification or by the companion EN 2591 documents.

Applications

EN 2591-102 is practical for organizations involved in aerospace electrical and optical interconnection components:

• Aerospace manufacturers - for incoming inspection, production control, and assembly verification of connectors and related parts.
• Design engineers - to verify that component geometry meets mating and installation requirements and to support mass budgeting.
• Quality and test laboratories - for standardized measurement procedures during qualification and routine inspection.
• Procurement and suppliers - to ensure delivered parts conform to dimensional and mass specifications called out in contracts.
• Maintenance and overhaul - to check replacement parts and assemblies for dimensional conformity.

Practical benefits include consistent inspection practices, improved interchangeability of connector elements, and clear evidence for acceptance or rejection during procurement and qualification.

Related standards

• EN 2591 (general series) - normative companion that should be used together with Part 102.
• National adoptions (example: SIST EN 2591-102:2001) and other parts of the EN 2591 series covering additional test methods and connector requirements.

Keywords reiterated: aerospace connectors, EN 2591 series, dimensional inspection, mass verification, test methods.