BS EN 6064 is a standard that serves technical specifications for the determination of the extent of cure in non-metallic materials that ensures the quality and longevity in aerospace applications.
BS EN 6064 defines the procedure for estimating the extent of cure of certain non-metallic materials (e.g., pre-impregnated and neat resin systems, adhesives) for aerospace use. The extent of cure is estimated by Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) measurements of uncured and cured materials.
When BS EN 6064 is combined with other techniques, they can deliver additional evidence on the extent of the cure.
Note: BS EN 6064 does not give any directions to meet the health and safety requirements.
BS EN 6064 on the determination of the extent of cure in non-metallic materials applies to:
Curing is a process that involves a chemical reaction (polymerisation) or a physical action (evaporation) that produces a stronger, more rigid, or more stable linkage (such as an adhesive connection) or material. In aerospace applications, curing is done on non-metallic materials such as epoxy, resins, adhesives and more to ensure their quality.
BS EN 6064 provides you guidance on the principle of the method, designation of the method, apparatus, test specimens, procedure, presentation of results and test report that ensures the accuracy of the extent of curing in non-metallic materials.
BS EN 6064 provides you guidance on the Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) method to determine the extent of cure in non-metallic materials. BS EN 6064 also provides you with a step-by-step procedure for the method that enables you to do the technique correctly.
The adoption of BS EN 6064 allows users to analyse the extent of curing in non-metallic materials, enhancing their strength and durability in aerospace applications.
EN 6064:2017