BS EN 3790:2001

What is BS EN 3790 – Characteristics for plastic caps for pipe couplings about?

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

BS EN 3790 is a European Standard dealing with plastic caps for pipe couplings for aerospace applications.

BS EN 3790 gives the characteristics for plastic caps for pipe couplings 8°30' used to protect the couplings during transportation, storage and removal of units in system, for aerospace applications. The caps incorporate an internal thread for screwing on to the threaded portion of a pipe coupling.

Who is BS EN 3790 – Characteristics for plastic caps for pipe couplings for?

BS EN 3790 on characteristics for plastic caps for pipe couplings is useful for:

• Product design engineers
• Testing agencies involved in the inspection of plastic caps for pipe couplings
• The aerospace and defense Industries
• Manufacturers of aerospace equipment and components
• Manufacturers and suppliers of plastic caps for pipe couplings
• Quality control personnel

Why should you use BS EN 3790 – Characteristics for plastic caps for pipe couplings?

Plastic caps serve as protective device which are designed to protect pipe ends of various shapes. The main purpose of using pipe caps is to waterproof the connections. They are also used to close the ends of hydraulic or pneumatic pipes and tubes.

Use and compliance with BS EN 3790 can aid in easier management of plastic caps that are used for pipe couplings.

BS EN 3790 helps to ensure that that the product is durable and fit for its purpose. This contributes towards the safety of those on board.