BS EN 4608-002:2006

What is BS EN 4608-002 – braided jacketed electrical cables for aerospace about? 

Aerospace components need to meet stringent quality standards due to the extreme conditions that they are exposed to.

The BS EN 4608 series discusses electrical cables for aerospace applications. BS EN 4608-002 specifies the list of product standards and common characteristics of fire resistant or fire-proof, screened, electrical cables for use in aircraft electrical systems at operating temperatures between – 65 °C and 260 °C.

Who is BS EN 4608-002 - braided jacketed electrical cables for aerospace for?

BS EN 4608-002 on braided jacketed electrical cables for aerospace is useful for:

• The aerospace and aeronautical industry
• The military
• Manufacturers and suppliers of aerospace components
• Manufacturers and suppliers of electrical and optical cables
• Product design engineers/innovation teams
• Quality control/ testing personnel
• Aerospace and aeronautical engineers

Why should you use BS EN 4608-002 - braided jacketed electrical cables for aerospace?

Manufacturers of electrical components for aerospace need to ensure that safety and security protocols are adhered to while making products for an aircraft electrical system.

BS EN 4608-002 lists the safety guidelines to be followed for components like fire resistant or fireproof, screened, electrical cables that are used to make aircraft electrical systems.

provides you with guidelines for the construction of these wires in terms of the number of cores, the colour coding of cores and jacket, as well as identification and marking.

Airplanes rely heavily on electrical systems. Aircraft wire and cable play an important role for a passenger’s safety and an airline consistent dependability.

Complying with BS EN 4608-002 guidelines contributes towards the safety of those on board.