Aerospace series - Elements of electrical and optical connection - Test methods - Part 6318: Optical elements - Fire resistance

This standard specifies a method of determining the ability of optical connection elements (including permanent connections) and fibre optic couplers to resist flame.
It shall be used together with EN 2591-100.

Luft- und Raumfahrt - Elektrische und optische Verbindungselemente - Prüfverfahren - Teil 6318: Optische Verbindungselemente - Feuerbeständigkeit

Diese Norm legt ein Verfahren zum Nachweis der Feuerbeständigkeit von optischen Verbindungselementen (einschließlich dauerhaften Verbindungen) und LWL-Kopplern fest.
Sie ist in Verbindung mit EN 2591-100 anzuwenden.

Série aérospatiale - Organes de connexion électrique et optique - Méthodes d'essais - Partie 6318 : Organes optiques - Résistance au feu

La présente norme prescrit une méthode pour déterminer l'aptitude d'organes de connexion optique (y compris les connexions permanentes) et de coupleurs à fibre optique à tenir au feu.
Elle doit être utilisée conjointement avec EN 2591-100.

Aerospace series - Elements of electrical and optical connection - Test methods - Part 6318: Optical elements - Fire resistance

General Information

Status
Published
Publication Date
30-Apr-2004
Technical Committee
I08 - Imaginarni 08
Current Stage
6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
Start Date
01-May-2004
Due Date
01-May-2004
Completion Date
01-May-2004

Overview

SIST EN 2591-6318:2004 specifies a test method to determine the fire resistance of optical connection elements (including permanent connections) and fibre optic couplers used in aerospace applications. It is intended to be used together with EN 2591-100 and references other parts of the EN 2591 series for general procedures and apparatus. The standard focuses on practical verification of flame resistance while monitoring optical performance (attenuation) under defined mechanical and thermal stress.

Key Topics

  • Scope and purpose: Assess the ability of optical connection elements to resist flame without propagation across the element.
  • Specimen preparation: Items shall be fitted with normal accessories and terminated according to the product standard. Use fire-resistant optical cable/fibre with a minimum length of 450 mm.
  • Parameters to specify: Where not otherwise defined by the product technical specification, indicate the type and length of cable/fibre, the optical signal to be applied, and the maximum permissible variation of attenuation.
  • Referenced apparatus and methods: The standard refers to EN 2591-318 (fire-resistance general provisions) and EN 2591-602 (variation of attenuation and optical discontinuity). Mated and locked connection elements are used during testing. Flame and torch details are those given in EN 2591-318.
  • Test procedure:
    • Initial measurements as applicable are carried out per the technical specification.
    • Test specimens are connected to LLS and LDS measurement systems and exposed concurrently to flame and vibrations of 100 m/s² at a constant frequency between 30 Hz and 60 Hz.
    • Phase 1: For the first 5 minutes, continuously measure variation of attenuation using EN 2591-602 Method A while maintaining the optical signal.
    • Phase 2: Apply the flame for 14 minutes.
  • Acceptance criteria:
    • Final variation of attenuation is assessed per EN 2591-602.
    • No flame shall propagate across the optical connection elements during Phase 2.

Applications

SIST EN 2591-6318:2004 is applicable to aerospace manufacturers, test laboratories, and qualification engineers who need to validate the fire-resistance performance of optical connectors and couplers. Typical uses include:

  • Component qualification for aircraft and spacecraft optical harnesses
  • Comparative testing during product development and supplier assessment
  • Verifying compliance with system safety and environmental requirements

Related Standards

  • EN 2591-100 - General test methods for elements of electrical and optical connection (required companion standard)
  • EN 2591-318 - Fire-resistance general provisions and torch/flame specifications
  • EN 2591-602 - Optical elements - Variation of attenuation and optical discontinuity

By following SIST EN 2591-6318:2004 together with its normative references, organizations can ensure consistent, repeatable fire-resistance testing for optical connection elements, supporting safety, reliability and regulatory compliance in aerospace systems.

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SIST EN 2591-6318:2004 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Aerospace series - Elements of electrical and optical connection - Test methods - Part 6318: Optical elements - Fire resistance". This standard covers: This standard specifies a method of determining the ability of optical connection elements (including permanent connections) and fibre optic couplers to resist flame. It shall be used together with EN 2591-100.

This standard specifies a method of determining the ability of optical connection elements (including permanent connections) and fibre optic couplers to resist flame. It shall be used together with EN 2591-100.

SIST EN 2591-6318:2004 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 6318: Optical elements - Fire resistanceLuft- und Raumfahrt - Elektrische und optische Verbindungselemente - Prüfverfahren - Teil 6318: Optische Verbindungselemente - FeuerbeständigkeitSérie aérospatiale - Organes de connexion électrique et optique - Méthodes d'essais - Partie 6318 : Organes optiques - Résistance au feuAerospace series - Elements of electrical and optical connection - Test methods - Part 6318: Optical elements - Fire resistance49.060Aerospace electric equipment and systemsICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 2591-6318:2001SIST EN 2591-6318:2004en01-maj-2004SIST EN 2591-6318:2004SLOVENSKI
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EUROPEAN STANDARDNORME EUROPÉENNEEUROPÄISCHE NORMEN 2591-6318December 2001ICS 49.060English versionAerospace series - Elements of electrical and optical connection- Test methods - Part 6318: Optical elements - Fire resistanceSérie aérospatiale - Organes de connexion électrique etoptique - Méthodes d'essais - Partie 6318: Organesoptiques - Résistance au feuLuft- und Raumfahrt - Elektrische und optischeVerbindungselemente - Prüfverfahren - Teil 6318: OptischeElemente - FeuerbeständigkeitThis European Standard was approved by CEN on 5 August 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 2591-6318:2001 ESIST EN 2591-6318:2004
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