What is ISO 9097 - Small craft about?

ISO 9097 is an international standard on small craft that discusses the requirements for electrical fans to be used on small craft. ISO 9097 specifies requirements and describes test methods for measuring the airflow of fans intended for use in engine compartments, galley areas, and other spaces on small craft in which mechanical ventilation is desirable.

ISO 9097 applies to electrically operated fans rated for less than 50 volts direct current (d.c.). Fans may be of the centrifugal or axial flow type.

Who is ISO 9097 - Small craft for?

ISO 9097 on small craft is relevant to:

Manufacturer of electric fans to be used on small craft
Manufacturer of small craft

Why should you use ISO 9097- Small craft?

The craft is small and medium seagoing watercraft, such as boats and barges, used to convey a landing force (infantry and vehicles) from the sea to the shore during an amphibious assault. Crafts are used for transportation of goods, fishing, racing, recreational cruising, or military use on or in the water, propelled by oars or outboard motor or inboard motor or by the wind.

ISO 9097 navigates you through the general requirements, electrical requirements, fan rating

As a user of ISO 9097, you can be ensured of airflow of fans intended for use in engine compartments, galley areas, and other spaces on small craft. With obedience and compliance to ISO 9097, you can decide the type of electric fan to be used on small craft. With ISO 9097 you can be ensured there is proper mechanical ventilation in the small craft.

BS EN ISO 9097:2017

Small craft. Electric fans

Current

Published:

30 Nov 2017