What is BS EN 6046 about?
BS EN 6046 specifies the characteristics of inch based spherical plain bearing, metal to metal, in corrosion resisting steel, narrow series.
They shall be used in the temperature range as determined by the grease capability as below:
- Code A: grease as per MIL-PRF-23827 Type I, operating temperature range −73 °C to 121 °C.
- Code B: grease as per MIL-PRF-81322, operating temperature range −54 °C to 177 °C.
Note: BS EN 6046 is published at edition P7. Former editions P1 to P6 and drafts may exist for Airbus development only but without any ASD-STAN official publication. In consequence configuration management discrepancies with these unofficial documents are under Airbus responsibility.
Who is BS EN 6046 for?
BS EN 6046 on corrosion resisting steel is useful for: 
- Inch based spherical plain bearing manufacturers 
- Aerospace parts manufacturers
- Aerospace parts suppliers
- Structural engineers
- Mechanical engineers
Why should you use BS EN 6046?
Inch based spherical plain bearings are used to accommodate shafts or rods with varying amounts of misalignment. They are designed to manage high radial loads and provide consistent performance under conditions of marginal lubrication, extreme speed and critical-application stress.
Inch based spherical plain bearing, metal to metal, in corrosion resisting steel are intended for use in fixed or moving parts of the aircraft structure and their control mechanisms, which is vital for aeroplane passengers' safety. BS EN 6046 on the characteristics of inch based spherical plain bearing, metal to metal, in corrosion resisting steel provides best practices for the same.  
BS EN 6046 gives all the details on the requirements, designation, marking and technical specification of inch based spherical plain bearing, metal to metal, in corrosion resisting steel, which will give you a solid base to start with and reduce the probability of safety and increase credibility for the aerospace industry.  
BS EN 6046 concludes with a quality management system section which makes sure that all the practices that are implemented are able to maintain the necessary quality standards, which gives you an assurance of safety.
