What is BS EN 3868 - Characteristics of welded flanged connectors about?
BS EN 3868 is a European standard that discusses Aerospace series. Aerospace is a term used to collectively refer to the atmosphere and outer space. Aerospace activity is very diverse, with a multitude of commercial, industrial, and military applications.
Aerospace engineering consists of aeronautics and astronautics. Aerospace organizations research, design, manufacture, operate or maintain aircraft and spacecraft. BS EN 3868 defines the characteristics of welded flanged connectors in TI-P64001, for aerospace applications.
Note 1: Assembly in accordance with TR 4053.
Who is BS EN 3868 - Characteristics of welded flanged connectors for?
BS EN 3868 on the characteristics of welded flanged is useful for:
- Suppliers of welded flanged connectors
- Testing agencies are involved in the inspection of welded flanged connectors
- Product design engineers
- Aerospace and defence industry
- Manufacturers of aerospace equipment and components
- Manufacturers of welded flanged connectors
Why should you use BS EN 3868 - Characteristics of welded flanged connectors?
The aerospace industry is seen as an industry network that builds, designs, and provides aerospace applications for in-service support to aircraft, helicopters, guided missiles, space vehicles, aircraft engines, and related parts. Flange connectors are suitable for easy assembly in tight spaces where wrenches might not have clearance if you install traditional flange fittings as they are more easily assembled with moderate torque. These connectors reduce the chance of components becoming loose in rigorous applications.
The increasing application of innovative materials challenges the manufacturing processes of the aerospace industry. In spite of this challenge, the processes need to comply with high requirements pertaining to the reproducibility and the quality of the products. The guidelines provided in BS EN 3868 laid out the attributes of welded flanged connectors for these aerospace applications which serve to be a guide to manufacturers, suppliers, engineers, and agencies in the aerospace industry.
What’s changed since the last update?
BS EN 3868:2004 supersedes BS EN 3868:2003 which has been editorially revised.
