What is BS EN 3882 - Aerospace series heat resisting alloy about?
BS EN 3882 is an international standard that discusses the aspects of heat-resisting alloy and filler wire for welding.
BS EN 3882 specifies the requirements relating to heat-resisting alloy NI-WH1801 (NiCr20Co18Ti3Al2), and filler metal for welding for aerospace applications.
BS EN 3882 provides the material designation, product qualification, and technical specification of the filler wire for welding.
Who is BS EN 3882- Aerospace series heat resisting alloy for?
BS EN 3882 on heat-resisting alloy NI-WH1801 for aerospace series is relevant to:
- Manufacturers of aerospace equipment and components
- Manufacturers of heat-resisting alloys
- Manufacturers and suppliers of filler wire for welding
- Quality assurance personnel
- Aeronautical engineers  
- Aerospace engineers  
- Aerospace and defence industries 
- Testing authorities
Why should you use BS EN 3882- Aerospace series heat resisting alloy?
Heat-resisting alloys are commonly used where applications require resistance to thermal cycling, creep, stress rupture and high-temperature strength. 
BS EN 3882 is part of the series of EN metallic materials for aerospace applications. The general organization of this series is described in EN 4258.
BS EN 3882 has been prepared in accordance with EN 4500-3. It assists with the chemical composition, method of melting, and method of production. It covers all the requirements for heat-resisting alloy and filler wire for welding.
BS EN 3882 creates a standardized approach for manufacturers of heat-resisting alloy and filler wire for welding and to adhere to if they supply their metallic materials for use by the aerospace and defence industry. 
By adopting BS EN 3882, manufacturers can demonstrate the reliability of their metallic materials products and build trust for their use throughout the aerospace supply chain.
