What is BS EN 4495 - Hexagonal head bolts in aerospace applications about?
BS EN 4495 is a European Standard series that discusses components used in the aerospace industry. The purpose of BS EN 4495 is to provide the best industry design requirements for normal hexagonal head bolts to ensure high joint strength and performance in aerospace applications.
BS EN 4495 specifies the characteristics of bolts, normal hexagonal head, close tolerance normal shank, short thread, in titanium alloy, anodized, with aluminium pigmented coating, metric series.
BS EN 4495 provides classification including minimum tensile strength of 1100 MPa and a maximum operating temperature of 315 °C.
Who is BS EN 4495 - Hexagonal head bolts in aerospace applications for?
BS EN 4495 on hexagonal head bolts in aerospace applications is useful for:
- Manufacturers and suppliers of normal hexagonal head bolts
- Manufacturers of aerospace equipment and components
- Quality assurance services
- Product design engineers
- Aeronautical engineers
- Regulatory bodies
Why should you use BS EN 4495 - Hexagonal head bolts in aerospace applications?
In aircraft, bolts are used in regions where high strength and connectivity is required. These bolts are usually made from metals such as titanium to ensure high strength, prevention of corrosion and high-temperature resistance to ensure safety and smooth operations.
BS EN 4495 provides you guidance on required characteristics including, configuration, dimensions, masses, tolerances of form and position, materials, and surface treatments, enabling you to standardize the physical and dimensional properties of hexagonal head bolts.
BS EN 4495 creates a standardized approach for manufacturers of normal hexagonal head bolts to adhere to if they supply their components for use by the aerospace and defence industry.
With compliance to the best industry requirements specified in BS EN 4495, you can ensure the durability, performance and clamp pressure of hexagonal head bolts in aerospace applications.
