oSIST prEN 6059-305:2025
(Main)Aerospace series - Electrical cables, installation - Protection sleeves - Test methods - Part 305: Fluid absorption
Aerospace series - Electrical cables, installation - Protection sleeves - Test methods - Part 305: Fluid absorption
This document specifies a method to verify the fluid repellent properties of protection sleeve for electrical cable and cable bundles.
It is used together with EN 6059 100.
Luft- und Raumfahrt - Elektrische Leitungen, Installation - Schutzschläuche - Prüfverfahren - Teil 305: Flüssigkeitsaufnahme
Série aérospatiale - Câbles électriques, installation - Gaines de protection - Méthodes d'essais - Partie 305 : Absorption des fluides
Aeronavtika - Električni kabli, namestitev - Zaščitne obojke - Preskusne metode - 305. del: Absorpcija tekočine
General Information
- Status
- Not Published
- Public Enquiry End Date
- 30-Jan-2025
- Technical Committee
- I13 - Imaginarni 13
- Current Stage
- 4020 - Public enquire (PE) (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 02-Dec-2024
- Due Date
- 21-Apr-2025
- Completion Date
- 30-Jan-2025
Relations
- Effective Date
- 05-Jun-2024
Overview
oSIST prEN 6059-305:2025 outlines standardized test methods for evaluating the fluid absorption properties of protection sleeves used in the installation of aerospace electrical cables and cable bundles. Developed by SIST in alignment with European and international aerospace standards, this document specifies procedures to verify the fluid repellent capabilities of cable protection sleeves, ensuring reliability and safety in demanding aerospace environments. The standard is meant to be used in conjunction with EN 6059-100, forming part of a comprehensive series for aerospace cable protection.
Key Topics
- Fluid Repellent Properties: The core focus is verifying that protection sleeves for aerospace electrical cables effectively resist absorption of fluids, which is crucial to prevent damage or degradation of electrical systems.
- Laboratory Test Methods: The standard details preparation of specimens, required apparatus, and the step-by-step method for conducting the fluid absorption test.
- Test Apparatus Specifications: Involves preparation of sleeve samples, use of a drip fixture (bottle or pump), and appropriate materials to record fluid contact.
- Controlled Conditions: Specifies requirements such as drip rate, specimen placement, and exposure time to ensure consistent and reproducible results.
- Result Assessment: Defines how to evaluate whether absorbing materials beneath the sample indicate fluid passage, helping determine sleeve performance.
Applications
The requirements set by oSIST prEN 6059-305:2025 are essential for:
- Aerospace Manufacturing: Ensuring all cable protection sleeves used in aircraft, spacecraft, and related systems meet strict resistance to fluid ingress, which can impact safety, performance, and maintenance cycles.
- Cable Bundle Installations: Validating sleeve properties for bundled electrical systems to protect vital wiring against exposure to fueling fluids, de-icing substances, lubricants, or water.
- Product Quality Assurance: Supporting manufacturers and suppliers in verifying their products comply with aerospace industry benchmarks for durability and reliability.
- Certification and Compliance: Providing a reference for certification bodies and inspectors assessing whether cable assemblies and their protective elements adhere to current aerospace standards.
- R&D and Product Development: Informing engineers and researchers in the design and improvement of cable protection solutions for fluid resistance, critical in high-risk or exposed installations.
Related Standards
- EN 6059-100: General test methods for protection sleeves in the aerospace series, providing foundational requirements applicable to this and other parts in the EN 6059 series.
- Other EN 6059 Parts: Covering additional test methods and specifications for protection sleeves, such as mechanical properties, thermal resistance, and chemical compatibility.
- ISO and IEC Standards: Relevant international terminology databases and test method guidelines useful for harmonization and broader industry adoption.
oSIST prEN 6059-305:2025 plays a significant role in maintaining the integrity of aerospace electrical systems by standardizing the methods for assessing fluid absorption of protection sleeves. Its adoption helps experts, manufacturers, and regulators enhance cable protection, contributing to safer and more reliable aerospace operations. For stakeholders across the aerospace supply chain, adherence to this standard is crucial to meet global best practices and market requirements.
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Frequently Asked Questions
oSIST prEN 6059-305:2025 is a draft published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Aerospace series - Electrical cables, installation - Protection sleeves - Test methods - Part 305: Fluid absorption". This standard covers: This document specifies a method to verify the fluid repellent properties of protection sleeve for electrical cable and cable bundles. It is used together with EN 6059 100.
This document specifies a method to verify the fluid repellent properties of protection sleeve for electrical cable and cable bundles. It is used together with EN 6059 100.
oSIST prEN 6059-305:2025 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 29.060.20 - Cables; 49.060 - Aerospace electric equipment and systems. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
oSIST prEN 6059-305:2025 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST EN 6059-305:2019. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
oSIST prEN 6059-305:2025 is available in PDF format for immediate download after purchase. The document can be added to your cart and obtained through the secure checkout process. Digital delivery ensures instant access to the complete standard document.
Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-januar-2025
Aeronavtika - Električni kabli, namestitev - Zaščitne obojke - Preskusne metode -
305. del: Absorpcija tekočine
Aerospace series - Electrical cables, installation - Protection sleeves - Test methods -
Part 305: Fluid absorption
Luft- und Raumfahrt - Elektrische Leitungen, Installation - Schutzschläuche -
Prüfverfahren - Teil 305: Flüssigkeitsaufnahme
Série aérospatiale - Câbles électriques, installation - Gaines de protection - Méthodes
d'essais - Partie 305 : Absorption des fluides
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: prEN 6059-305
ICS:
29.060.20 Kabli Cables
49.060 Letalska in vesoljska Aerospace electric
električna oprema in sistemi equipment and systems
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
DRAFT
EUROPEAN STANDARD
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
November 2024
ICS 49.060 Will supersede EN 6059-305:2019
English Version
Aerospace series - Electrical cables, installation -
Protection sleeves - Test methods - Part 305: Fluid
absorption
Série aérospatiale - Câbles électriques, installation - Luft- und Raumfahrt - Elektrische Leitungen,
Gaines de protection - Méthodes d'essais - Partie 305 : Installation - Schutzschläuche - Prüfverfahren - Teil
Absorption des fluides 305: Flüssigkeitsaufnahme
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Contents Page
European foreword . 3
1 Scope . 4
2 Normative references . 4
3 Terms and definitions . 4
4 Apparatus .
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