BS EN 3155-012:2006

What is BS EN 3155-012 - Male electrical contacts for aerospace applications about? 

BS EN 3155 is a European Standard that discusses electrical contacts used in elements of connection used in the aerospace industry. The main objective of the BS EN 3155 series is to ensure electrical contacts used by the aerospace industry meet the performance requirements of the end-application. 

BS EN 3155-012 is one of the parts of the BS EN 3155 that specifies the required characteristics and tests applicable to size 8, male triaxial electrical contacts 012, type D, solder, class R, used in elements of connection according to BS EN 3155-002. BS EN 3155-012 shall be used together with BS EN 3155-001. 

The associated female contacts are defined in BS EN 3155-011 and BS EN 3155-013.  

The contacts defined by BS EN 3155-012 are derived from and interchangeable with those of MIL-C-39029/90A.They are also interchangeable with those of standard BS EN 3155-010. 

Who is BS EN 3155-012 - Male electrical contacts for aerospace applications for? 

BS EN 3155-012 on male electrical contacts for aerospace applications is useful for: 

• Manufacturers and suppliers of male electrical contacts  
• Manufacturers of aerospace electric equipment and components  
• The aerospace and defence industry
• Product design engineers  
• National authorities 
• Regulatory bodies 
• Certification bodies 

Why should you use BS EN 3155-012 - Male electrical contacts for aerospace applications? 

When it comes to the manufacturing and use of aerospace components, reliability, consistent performance and durability are crucial. 

BS EN 3155-012 provides product characteristics such as dimensions and mass, along with guidance on the right materials, surface treatment, and heat-shrinkable tubing to be considered for male electrical contacts used for aerospace applications. 

If you are a manufacturer of male electrical contacts used in the aerospace industry, compliance with these requirements can ensure your products meet the performance needs of the end-application.  

BS EN 3155-012 creates a standardized approach for manufacturers of male electrical contacts to adhere to if they supply their components for use by the aerospace and defence industry. 

Moreover, you can evaluate the performance of male electrical contacts with the recommended reference standard for tests. As a result, you can determine whether your products are capable of withstanding high voltages, fluctuating temperatures, corrosion, and vibrations, without causing failures.  

With compliance to BS EN 3155-012, you can demonstrate the reliability of male electrical contacts and build trust in their use throughout the aerospace supply chain.