EN 6059-501:2010

Aerospace series - Electrical cables, installation - Protection sleeves - Test methods - Part 501: Voltage proof test

This standard specifies a method of performing voltage proof tests on finished protection sleeves.
It shall be used together with EN 6059-100.

Luft- und Raumfahrt - Elektrische Leitungen, Installation - Schutzschläuche - Prüfverfahren - Teil 501: Spannungsfestigkeit

Diese Norm legt ein Verfahren für die Prüfung der Spannungsfestigkeit von Schutzummantelungen fest.
Sie ist gemeinsam mit EN 6059-100 zu verwenden.

Série aérospatiale - Câbles électriques, installation - Gaines de protection - Méthodes d'essais - Partie 501 : Tenue en tension

Aeronavtika - Električni kabli, namestitev - Zaščitne obojke - Preskusne metode - 501. del: Preskušanje napetosti

Ta standard opredeljuje metodo za izvajanje preskusov napetosti na dokončanih zaščitnih obojkah. Uporablja se skupaj z EN 6059-100.

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 06-Apr-2010
• Withdrawal Date: 30-Oct-2010
• ICS: 49.060 - Aerospace electric equipment and systems
• Technical Committee: ASD-STAN - Aerospace
• Drafting Committee: ASD-STAN/D 2 - Electrical
• Current Stage: 6060 - Definitive text made available (DAV) - Publishing
• Start Date: 07-Apr-2010
• Completion Date: 07-Apr-2010
• Ref Project: SIST EN 6059-501:2010 - Aerospace series - Electrical cables, installation - Protection sleeves - Test methods - Part 501: Voltage proof test

Overview

EN 6059-501:2010 is a European standard dedicated to the aerospace sector, specifically addressing the voltage proof test method for protection sleeves used in electrical cable installations. Protection sleeves serve a critical role in safeguarding electrical cables within aerospace systems against environmental and mechanical hazards. This standard outlines the precise procedure to evaluate the dielectric strength of finished protection sleeves, ensuring their reliability and safety in demanding aerospace applications.

Developed by the Aerospace and Defence Industries Association of Europe (ASD-STAN) and adopted by CEN, EN 6059-501:2010 complements the general test framework defined in EN 6059-100. By establishing a uniform voltage proof test, it assures manufacturers and users of adherence to stringent quality and performance criteria required for aerospace electrical installations.

Key Topics

• Scope and Purpose
  Specifies the methodology for conducting voltage proof tests on finished protection sleeves, essential for verifying electrical insulation properties in aerospace installations.

• Test Equipment
  The dielectric test setup includes:

  • An electrical generator capable of controlled voltage output
  • A test fixture comprising metallic ball chains and a metallic mandrel to simulate realistic conditions
  • Connection setup where the negative terminal attaches to the mandrel and the positive terminal to the ball chains and frame

• Specimen Preparation

  • Protection sleeve specimens and the metallic mandrel must be 50 cm long
  • The mandrel's external diameter should closely match the internal diameter of the sleeve under test
  • Proper assembly ensures the ball chains contact only the sleeve, avoiding direct contact with the mandrel

• Test Procedure

  • Test conducted at ambient temperature
  • Application of specified test voltage according to product specifications, typically at 40 Hz to 60 Hz frequency
  • Voltage applied for a minimum of one minute with a controlled voltage ramp rate of 300 V/s to 500 V/s
  • Observations for any electrical perforation or damage during and after the test

• Test Requirements

  • No breakdown or electrical failure of the protection sleeve
  • No visible damage or evidence of compromised insulation integrity

• Documentation and Compliance
  The test method must be used alongside EN 6059-100 to ensure comprehensive evaluation of protection sleeves for aerospace electrical cable installations.

Applications

EN 6059-501:2010 applies broadly within the aerospace industry where electrical cable protection is critical. Key applications include:

• Aircraft Electrical Systems
  Verification of protection sleeves used to shield wiring in commercial, military, and civilian aircraft, ensuring mission-critical electrical safety and performance.

• Spacecraft and Satellites
  Ensuring insulation integrity of cables exposed to extreme electrical and environmental conditions during launch and space operation.

• Defense Aerospace Equipment
  Qualification of electrical protection components used in defense aerospace platforms subject to stringent quality assurance.

• Aerospace Manufacturing and Maintenance
  Standardized testing provides manufacturers and maintenance personnel with a reliable method to certify protection sleeves, reducing risk of electrical failure and enhancing overall system reliability.

Related Standards

• EN 6059-100: Aerospace series – Electrical cables, installation – Protection sleeves – Test methods – Part 100: General
  Serves as the foundational document that defines general requirements and guidelines for testing protection sleeves in aerospace applications.

• Other aerospace electrical cable standards within the EN 6059 series
  These standards cover aspects such as installation, material properties, and additional test procedures related to aerospace electrical wiring protection.

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By implementing the voltage proof test as prescribed in EN 6059-501:2010, aerospace manufacturers and operators can ensure electrical protection sleeves meet rigorous dielectric strength requirements. This contributes to safer, more reliable aerospace electrical systems that comply with harmonized European standards and international best practices.

Standards Content (Sample)

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Part 501: Voltage proof test
Luft- und Raumfahrt - Elektrische Leitungen, Installation - Schutzschläuche -
Prüfverfahren - Teil 501: Spannungsfestigkeit
Série aérospatiale - Câbles électriques, installation - Gaines de protection - Méthodes
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EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN 6059-501
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
April 2010
ICS 49.060
English Version
Aerospace series - Electrical cables, installation - Protection
sleeves - Test methods - Part 501: Voltage proof test
Série aérospatiale - Câbles électriques, installation - Luft- und Raumfahrt - Elektrische Leitungen, Installation -
Gaines de protection - Méthodes d'essais - Partie 501 : Schutzschläuche - Prüfverfahren - Teil 501:
Tenue en tension Spannungsfestigkeit
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Contents Page
Foreword .3
1 Scope .4
2 Normative references .4
3 Dielectric test .4
3.1 Equipment .4
3.2 Preparation of specimens .4
3.3 Test procedure .4
3.4 Requirement .
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