EN 2715:2018

Aerospace series - Macrographic examination of aluminium and aluminium alloy wrought products, forging stock and forgings

This European Standard specifies the procedure for the macrographic examination of the cut surface from aluminium and aluminium alloy wrought products, forging stock and forgings.
It does not consider health and safety requirements. It is the responsibility of the user to adopt appropriate health and safety precautions when hazardous substances are involved.

Luft- und Raumfahrt — Makrographische Untersuchung von Kneterzeugnissen, Schmiedevormaterial und Schmiedestücken aus Aluminium und Aluminiumlegierungen

Diese Europäische Norm legt das Verfahren für die makrographische Untersuchung der Schnittfläche von Kneterzeugnissen, Schmiedevormaterial und Schmiedestücken aus Aluminium und Aluminiumlegierungen fest.
Sie berücksichtigt keine Gesundheits  und Sicherheitsanforderungen. Es liegt in der Verantwortung des Anwenders, entsprechende Maßnahmen zum Arbeits  und Gesundheitsschutz zu ergreifen, wenn mit gefährlichen Stoffen gearbeitet wird.

Série aérospatiale - Examen macrographique des produits corroyés, des produits destinés à la forge et des pièces forgées ou matricées en aluminium ou en alliages d'aluminium

La présente Norme européenne spécifie la procédure pour l'examen macrographique de la surface de coupe des produits corroyés, des produits destinés à la forge et des pièces forgées ou matricées en aluminium ou en alliages d'aluminium.
Elle ne prend pas en compte les exigences en matière d'hygiène et de sécurité. Il est de la responsabilité de l'utilisateur d'adopter les précautions appropriées liées à l'hygiène et la sécurité lorsque des substances dangereuses sont impliquées.

Aeronavtika - Makrografski pregled izdelkov iz aluminija in aluminijevih zlitin, kovnih materialov in izkovkov

Ta evropski standard določa postopek za makrografski pregled rezane površine
izdelkov iz aluminija in aluminijevih zlitin, kovnih materialov in izkovkov.
Ne upošteva zdravstvenih in varnostnih zahtev. Za vzpostavitev ustreznih zdravstvenih in varnostnih praks pri uporabi nevarnih snovi je odgovoren uporabnik.

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 11-Dec-2018
• Withdrawal Date: 29-Jun-2019
• ICS: 49.025.20 - Aluminium
• Technical Committee: ASD-STAN - Aerospace
• Drafting Committee: ASD-STAN/D 4/S 1 - Aluminium
• Current Stage: 9093 - Decision to confirm - Review Enquiry
• Start Date: 21-Jan-2024
• Completion Date: 11-Feb-2026
• Ref Project: SIST EN 2715:2019 - Aerospace series - Macrographic examination of aluminium and aluminium alloy wrought products, forging stock and forgings

Relations

• Referred By: EN 4400-3:2019 - Aerospace series - Aluminium and aluminium- and magnesium- alloys - Technical specification - Part 3: Aluminium and aluminium alloy bar and section
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: EN 4400-6:2019 - Aerospace series - Aluminium and aluminium- and magnesium- alloys - Technical specification - Part 6: Aluminium alloy forging stock
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026

Overview

EN 2715:2018 is a European Standard developed by CEN for the aerospace sector, specifically addressing the macrographic examination of aluminium and aluminium alloy wrought products, forging stock, and forgings. The standard details procedures for examining the cut surfaces of these materials to assess their internal structure and ensure compliance with relevant specifications. This macrographic inspection is a critical quality control step in aerospace manufacturing, helping to identify defects or inconsistencies that could impact the safety, reliability, and performance of components.

Key Topics

• Scope and Applicability: EN 2715:2018 outlines the standardized approach for macrographic examination processes, focusing on aluminium and aluminium alloy products commonly used in aerospace manufacturing.
• Sample Selection: Guidance is provided for selecting representative test samples from both wrought products and plates, ensuring that evaluation is consistent and reflects the material's characteristics in service.
• Sample Preparation: The standard prescribes methods for solution treating, aging (where applicable), machining, polishing, and etching the test samples. These steps are designed to reveal the macrographic structure without introducing artifacts or distortions.
• Examination Process: The macrographic structure of prepared samples is examined visually, usually with the naked eye or low magnification, to identify features such as laminations, segregations, cracks, or other defects.
• Acceptance Criteria: The standard directs that the results of the examination must comply with the relevant technical specification, material standard, drawing, order, or inspection schedule specific to the application or customer requirements.
• Health and Safety Reminder: While EN 2715:2018 provides technical procedures, it specifically notes that users are responsible for implementing appropriate health and safety measures when handling hazardous substances during sample preparation and etching.

Applications

EN 2715:2018 is primarily utilized in sectors where the integrity and material quality of aluminium and aluminium alloy parts are critical, particularly:

• Aerospace Manufacturing: Ensures the quality of fabricated, forged, or machined parts used in airframes, engine components, and ancillary equipment.
• Quality Control and Certification: Supports manufacturers and suppliers in demonstrating compliance with contract and regulatory requirements through robust macrographic examination.
• Research and Development: Facilitates materials analysis during the development of new alloys, forming techniques, or fabrication processes.
• Supplier Qualification and Audits: Assists organizations in qualifying new materials or suppliers by providing a consistent inspection methodology.

Related Standards

Understanding and applying EN 2715:2018 is often complemented by reference to additional standards related to material testing and aerospace quality assurance, such as:

• EN 2002-1: Aerospace series - Metallic materials - Test methods.
• EN 485 Series: Aluminium and aluminium alloys - Sheet, strip, and plate specifications.
• ISO 6507: Metallic materials - Vickers hardness test, often used in conjunction with microstructural examination.
• EN 9100: Quality management systems for aerospace - Key for the broader quality framework in which macrographic evaluation fits.

Practical Value

By implementing EN 2715:2018, organizations in the aerospace value chain can:

• Improve Reliability: Identify material issues early, reducing the risk of failure in service.
• Streamline Inspections: Benefit from a unified, recognized inspection process, facilitating supplier integration and regulatory acceptance.
• Enhance Traceability: Maintain thorough records of material compliance, supporting lifecycle management and certification processes.
• Support Continuous Improvement: Use macrographic examination data to optimize manufacturing processes and certify new materials.

For further detail or to obtain the full standard, consult your national standards organization or the CEN official website.

Standards Content (Sample)

2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Aeronavtika - Makrografski pregled izdelkov iz aluminija in aluminijevih zlitin, kovnih materialov in izkovkovLuft- und Raumfahrt - Makrographische Untersuchung von Kneterzeugnissen aus Aluminium und Aluminiumlegierungen Schmiedevormaterial und SchmiedestückeSérie aérospatiale - Examen macrographique des produits corroyés, des produits destinés à la forge et des pièces forgées ou matricées en aluminium ou en alliages d'aluminiumAerospace series - Macrographic examination of aluminium and aluminium alloy wrought products, forging stock and forgings49.025.20AluminijAluminiumICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 2715:2018SIST EN 2715:2019en,fr,de01-marec-2019SIST EN 2715:2019SLOVENSKI
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