What is BS EN 2349-601 - Compass safety distance of relays and contactors about?

BS EN 2349-601 is a European Standard on aerospace series that discusses relays and contactors of aerospace applications. BS EN 2349-601 specifies a method for testing the compass safety distance of relays and contactors. It shall be used together with EN 2349-100.

Who is BS EN 2349-601 - Compass safety distance of relays and contactors for?

BS EN 2349-601 on compass safety distance of relays and contactors is useful for:

Aerospace and aeronautical industry
Manufacturer of aerospace electronic equipment
Manufacturers of aerospace telecommunications and transport equipment
Aerospace and aeronautical engineers
Designers of magnetic compass, relays and switchgear
Product development/innovation teams
Quality control personnel/testing laboratories

Why should you use BS EN 2349-601 - Compass safety distance of relays and contactors?

General and military aircraft have a vital component that is used to switch currents in aerospace equipment. Relays & contactors are electromechanical switches that help in operating contact terminals and are used to channel the power from one electrical device to another. Compass safe distance measurement determines the minimum distance at which equipment does not cause unacceptable deviation of a compass’ direction. Using BS EN 2349-601 best practice guidelines ensures the safe operation of the aerospace equipment.

BS EN 2349-601 specifies the mounting method of relay or contactor at a precise distance from a compass and includes test procedure and test criteria for compass deflection.

BS EN 2349-601 guidelines help to ensure the reliability of aerospace equipment. This contributes towards the safety of the passengers during travel.

Moreover, there is a growing interest in integrating sensors into relays and contractors used in the aircraft industry for the enhancement of their overall efficiency.

BS EN 2349-601:2007

Aerospace series. Requirements and test procedures for relays and contactors - Compass safety distance

Current

Published:

30 Jun 2008