SIST EN 3896:2004

Aerospace series - Steel FE-WM1501 (X13CrNiMoCo12-3-2-2) - Filler metal for welding

This standard specifies the requirements relating to:
Steel FE-WM1501 (X13CrNiMoCo12-3-2-2)
Filler metal for welding
for aerospace applications.

Luft- und Raumfahrt - Stahl FE-WM1501 (X13CrNiMoCo12-3-2-2) - Schweißzusatz

Diese Norm legt die Anforderungen an:
Stahl FE-WM1501 (X13CrNiMoCo12-3-2-2)
Schweißzusatz
für Anwendungen in der Luft- und Raumfahrt fest.

Série aérospatiale - Acier FE-WM1501 (X13CrNiMoCo12-3-2-2) - Métal d'apport de soudage

Aerospace series - Steel FE-WM1501 (X13CrNiMoCo12-3-2-2) - Filler metal for welding

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 30-Apr-2004
• ICS: 49.025.10 - Steels
• Technical Committee: I08 - Imaginarni 08
• Current Stage: 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 01-May-2004
• Due Date: 01-May-2004
• Completion Date: 01-May-2004
• Ref Project: EN 3896:2001 - Aerospace series - Steel FE-WM1501 (X13CrNiMoCo12-3-2-2) - Filler metal for welding

Relations

• Refers: SIST EN 4258:2024 - Aerospace series - Metallic materials - General organization of standardization - Link between types of European Standards and their use
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026

Overview

SIST EN 3896:2004 is a European standard developed by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN) focusing on the aerospace sector. The standard specifies the requirements for steel FE-WM1501 (X13CrNiMoCo12-3-2-2) as a filler metal for welding applications. As a critical reference for manufacturers, suppliers, and stakeholders in aerospace materials, SIST EN 3896:2004 ensures consistent quality and performance in welded joints within aerospace assemblies. This standard aligns with other key documents in the metallic materials series, forming part of a comprehensive approach to aerospace material standardization.

Key Topics

• Material Specification:
  SIST EN 3896:2004 details the chemical and physical requirements for steel FE-WM1501 (commonly designated X13CrNiMoCo12-3-2-2). These certified properties help ensure reliability in aerospace welding.

• Forms and Production:
  The standard covers filler wire and rods, specifying that these must be produced via cold drawing and delivered in a cold drawn and annealed condition.

• Quality Assurance:
  Compliance with SIST EN 3896:2004 includes requirements for batch uniformity, marking, and dimensional inspection - often referencing additional standards such as EN 3879 and EN 2043 for technical detail and inspection protocols.

• Aerospace Application Focus:
  The standard’s scope is aligned with aerospace series materials, ensuring compatibility with demanding flight and space operation environments.

Applications

SIST EN 3896:2004 is directly applied in the selection, procurement, and quality control of welding filler metals used in the manufacture and maintenance of:

• Aircraft and Spacecraft Structures:
  Ensures metallic joints using FE-WM1501 filler metal meet the high safety and performance standards required in airframes, support structures, and critical welded components.

• Aerospace Component Manufacturing:
  Assists engineers and welders in verifying that the materials and processes used in fabrication meet European and international aerospace standards.

• Repair and Maintenance:
  Provides an authoritative reference for aerospace maintenance teams tasked with repairing or refurbishing welded joints, guiding the selection of filler wire for compatibility and strength.

Related Standards

For comprehensive compliance and best practices, SIST EN 3896:2004 should be used in conjunction with related aerospace metallic material standards, including:

• EN 3879:
  Specifies requirements for metallic materials - filler metals for welding - technical specification.

• EN 2043:
  Provides general requirements for semi-finished product qualification (excluding forgings and castings) within aerospace metallic materials.

• EN 4258:
  Outlines the general organization of metallic material standardization in the aerospace sector.

• EN 4500-5:
  Establishes rules for drafting and presentation of material standards with specific focus on steels for aerospace.

Practical Value

Adhering to SIST EN 3896:2004 ensures that filler metals used in aerospace welding deliver the required mechanical and chemical properties for critical flight applications. By referencing this standard, organizations and professionals benefit from:

• Consistent material quality and traceability
• Improved product safety and performance
• Streamlined procurement and supplier evaluation
• Alignment with European regulatory requirements and international best practices

In summary, SIST EN 3896:2004 is a foundational standard for any organization involved in the welding and fabrication of aerospace-grade components using FE-WM1501 steel filler metal, supporting the reliability and safety that the aerospace industry demands.

Standards Content (Sample)

2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Aerospace series - Steel FE-WM1501 (X13CrNiMoCo12-3-2-2) - Filler metal for weldingLuft- und Raumfahrt - Stahl FE-WM1501 (X13CrNiMoCo12-3-2-2) - SchweißzusatzSérie aérospatiale - Acier FE-WM1501 (X13CrNiMoCo12-3-2-2) - Métal d'apport de soudageAerospace series - Steel FE-WM1501 (X13CrNiMoCo12-3-2-2) - Filler metal for welding49.025.10JeklaSteelsICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 3896:2001SIST EN 3896:2004en01-maj-2004SIST EN 3896:2004SLOVENSKI
STANDARD
EUROPEAN STANDARDNORME EUROPÉENNEEUROPÄISCHE NORMEN 3896December 2001ICS 49.025.10English versionAerospace series - Steel FE-WM1501 (X13CrNiMoCo12-3-2-2) -Filler metal for weldingSérie aérospatiale - Acier FE-WM1501 (X13CrNiMoCo12-3-2-2) - Métal d'apport de soudageLuft- und Raumfahrt - Stahl FE-WM1501(X13CrNiMoCo12-3-2-2) - SchweißzusatzThis European Standard was approved by CEN on 2 May 2001.CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this EuropeanStandard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such nationalstandards may be obtained on application to the Management Centre or to any CEN member.This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translationunder the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the Management Centre has the same status as the officialversions.CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece,Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATIONCOMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATIONEUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNGManagement Centre: rue de Stassart, 36
B-1050 Brussels© 2001 CENAll rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reservedworldwide for CEN national Members.Ref. No. EN 3896:2001 ESIST EN 3896:2004
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