EN 4611-003:2018
(Main)Aerospace series - Cables, electrical, for general purpose, single and multicore assembly - XLETFE Family - Part 003: Tin plated copper - Operating temperatures, between -65 °C and 135 °C - Single extruded wall for enclosed applications - UV laser printable - Product standard
Aerospace series - Cables, electrical, for general purpose, single and multicore assembly - XLETFE Family - Part 003: Tin plated copper - Operating temperatures, between -65 °C and 135 °C - Single extruded wall for enclosed applications - UV laser printable - Product standard
This European Standard specifies the characteristics of UV laser printable, tin plated copper conductor electrical cables Crosslinked Ethylene Tetra Fluoro Ethylene co-polymer (XLETFE) family for use in the on-board electrical systems of aircraft operating at temperatures between – 65 °C and 135 °C. The voltage rating is 600 Vrms at sea level. This insulation system has been used in aerospace applications using 115 Vac (phase-to-neutral) 400 Hz and 28 Vdc. Verification of the suitability of cables for use in other electrical systems is the responsibility of the user.
These cables are only suitable for airframe use with additional protection against mechanical abuse. In case of conflict between this standard and other referenced documents the requirements of this standard shall take precedence.
Luft- und Raumfahrt - Ein- und mehradrige elektrische Leitungen zur allgemeinen Verwendung, XLETFE-Familie - Teil 003: Kupfer verzinnt, Betriebstemperaturen zwischen −65 °C und 135 °C, einfach extrudierte Isolierung für umschlossene Anwendungen, UV-Laser-bedruckbar - Produktnorm
Série aérospatiale - Câbles, électriques, d'usage général, mono et multiconducteurs - Famille XLETFE - Partie 003: Cuivre étamé - Températures de fonctionnement comprises entre -65 °C et 135 °C - Fil simple isolé pour applications internes - Marquable au laser UV - Norme de produit
La présente Norme européenne spécifie les caractéristiques des conducteurs en cuivre étamé, marquables au laser UV, de la famille des copolymères éthylènes tétrafluoroéthylènes réticulés (XLETFE) utilisés dans les systèmes électriques de bord des aéronefs à une température de fonctionnement comprise entre – 65 °C et 135 °C. La tension nominale est de 600 V rms au niveau de la mer. Ce système d'isolation a été employé dans des applications aérospatiales en utilisant 115 V ca (phase à neutre) 400 Hz et 28 V cc. La vérification de l'aptitude des câbles à être utilisés dans d'autres systèmes électriques relève de la responsabilité de l'utilisateur.
Ces câbles conviennent uniquement pour une utilisation en cellule s'ils ont une protection supplémentaire contre les contraintes mécaniques. En cas de conflit entre la présente Norme et d’autres documents de référence, les exigences de la présente Norme doivent être prises en première considération.
Aeronavtika - Kabli, električni, za splošne namene, eno- in večžilni - Družina XLETFE - 003. del: Pocinjeni baker - Obratovalne temperature med –65 °C in 135 °C - Enojno ekstrudirana izolacija za notranjo uporabo - Možnost UV-laserskega tiskanja - Standard za proizvod
Ta evropski standard določa lastnosti električnih kablov, potiskljivih z UV-laserjem, z vodnikom iz pocinjenega bakra iz družine kopolimerov, pridobljenih z mrežno polimerizacijo etilena in tetrafluoroetilena (XLETFE), za uporabo v električnih sistemih na krovu letal pri obratovalnih temperaturah med –65 in 135 °C. Nazivna napetost je 600 V RMS na morski gladini. Ta izolacijski sistem se je uporabljal v aeronavtiki pri izmenični napetosti 115 V (za fazno napetost) pri 400 Hz in 28 V pri enosmerni napetosti. Za preverjanje ustreznosti kablov za uporabo v drugih električnih sistemih je odgovoren uporabnik.
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General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 11-Dec-2018
- Withdrawal Date
- 29-Jun-2019
- Technical Committee
- ASD-STAN - Aerospace
- Drafting Committee
- ASD-STAN/D 2 - Electrical
- Current Stage
- 9093 - Decision to confirm - Review Enquiry
- Start Date
- 21-Jan-2024
- Completion Date
- 21-Jan-2026
Relations
- Effective Date
- 12-Mar-2014
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
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- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
Overview
EN 4611-003:2018 is a CEN aerospace product standard that defines tin-plated copper conductor electrical cables in the XLETFE family for on-board aircraft electrical systems. The standard covers single- and multicore assemblies with a single extruded XLETFE insulation wall intended for enclosed applications and specifies UV laser printable outer insulation for single-core cables. Rated for operation between −65 °C and 135 °C and 600 Vrms at sea level, this standard targets general-purpose airframe wiring where high thermal performance and traceable laser marking are required.
Key topics and requirements
- Conductor and insulation
- Tin plated copper conductors (per EN 4611-002).
- Single extruded Crosslinked Ethylene Tetra Fluoro Ethylene co‑polymer (XLETFE) insulation.
- UV laser printable outer insulation for single-core types; laser contrast requirement K ≥ 50%.
- Electrical and environmental ratings
- Voltage rating: 600 Vrms at sea level.
- Recommended use demonstrated with 115 Vac (phase-to-neutral) 400 Hz and 28 Vdc systems; user must verify suitability for other systems.
- Operating temperature range: −65 °C to 135 °C.
- Mechanical and fire performance
- Intended for enclosed airframe use; additional mechanical protection required against abrasion/impact.
- Flammability tests (methods 1 and 2) with 15 s flame application and 3 s max extinguishing time.
- Smoke density and toxicity testing applicable for selected sizes (e.g., Ds < 50 at 4 minutes for code 006).
- Verification and tests
- Test program references EN 3475‑100 family: insulation resistance, voltage proof, accelerated ageing, thermal shock, cold bend, bending, scrape abrasion, dynamic cut‑through, solderability, stripability, and others.
- Specific minimum electrical and mechanical performance limits (e.g., insulation resistance minima) are defined in the standard’s tables.
- Quality and documentation
- Quality assurance and product qualification per EN 9133 and EN 4611‑002.
- Marking, designation, packaging and delivery lengths referenced to EN 2084 and EN 2235.
Practical applications and users
- Who uses it: aerospace cable manufacturers, aircraft electrical design engineers, OEM procurement, installation and maintenance engineers, regulatory and certification teams.
- Where it applies: on‑board wiring harnesses and enclosed wiring runs in civil and military aircraft requiring high thermal resistance, reliable laser marking for traceability, and tin‑plated conductors for solderability and corrosion resistance.
Related standards
- EN 4611-002 (general requirements for XLETFE family)
- EN 2084 (cable technical specification)
- EN 2235 (single and multicore screened/jacketed assemblies)
- EN 3475‑100 (aerospace cable test methods)
- EN 9133 (qualification procedure for aerospace standard products)
Keywords: EN 4611-003:2018, XLETFE, tin plated copper, aerospace cables, UV laser printable, 600 Vrms, −65 °C to 135 °C, airframe wiring, cable qualification.
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Frequently Asked Questions
EN 4611-003:2018 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Aerospace series - Cables, electrical, for general purpose, single and multicore assembly - XLETFE Family - Part 003: Tin plated copper - Operating temperatures, between -65 °C and 135 °C - Single extruded wall for enclosed applications - UV laser printable - Product standard". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies the characteristics of UV laser printable, tin plated copper conductor electrical cables Crosslinked Ethylene Tetra Fluoro Ethylene co-polymer (XLETFE) family for use in the on-board electrical systems of aircraft operating at temperatures between – 65 °C and 135 °C. The voltage rating is 600 Vrms at sea level. This insulation system has been used in aerospace applications using 115 Vac (phase-to-neutral) 400 Hz and 28 Vdc. Verification of the suitability of cables for use in other electrical systems is the responsibility of the user. These cables are only suitable for airframe use with additional protection against mechanical abuse. In case of conflict between this standard and other referenced documents the requirements of this standard shall take precedence.
This European Standard specifies the characteristics of UV laser printable, tin plated copper conductor electrical cables Crosslinked Ethylene Tetra Fluoro Ethylene co-polymer (XLETFE) family for use in the on-board electrical systems of aircraft operating at temperatures between – 65 °C and 135 °C. The voltage rating is 600 Vrms at sea level. This insulation system has been used in aerospace applications using 115 Vac (phase-to-neutral) 400 Hz and 28 Vdc. Verification of the suitability of cables for use in other electrical systems is the responsibility of the user. These cables are only suitable for airframe use with additional protection against mechanical abuse. In case of conflict between this standard and other referenced documents the requirements of this standard shall take precedence.
EN 4611-003:2018 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 49.060 - Aerospace electric equipment and systems. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 4611-003:2018 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 4611-003:2012, EN 3475-808:2002, EN 3475-811:2009, EN 3475-418:2019, EN 3475-604:2010, EN 3475-514:2007, EN 3475-508:2007, EN 3475-306:2005, EN 3475-407:2009, EN 3475-307:2005, EN 3475-404:2025, EN 3475-603:2002, EN 3475-508:2002, EN 3475-801:2002, EN 3475-408:2025. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.ODVHUVNHJDLuft- und Raumfahrt - Ein- und mehradrige elektrische Leitungen für allgemeine Verwendung - XLETFE Familie - Teil 003: Kupfer verzinnt - Betriebstemperaturen zwischen -65 °C und 135 °C - Einfach extrudierte Isolierung für interne Verwendung - UV-Laser bedruckbar - ProduktnormSérie aérospatiale - Câbles, électriques, d'usage général, mono et multiconducteurs - Famille XLETFE - Partie 003: Cuivre étamé - Températures de fonctionnement comprises entre -65 °C et 135 °C - Fil simple isolé pour applications internes - Marquable au laser UV - Norme de produitAerospace series - Cables, electrical, for general purpose, single and multicore assembly - XLETFE Family - Part 003: Tin plated copper - Operating temperatures, between -65 °C and 135 °C - Single extruded wall for enclosed applications - UV laser printable - Product standard49.060Aerospace electric equipment and systems29.060.20KabliCablesICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 4611-003:2018SIST EN 4611-003:2019en,fr,de01-februar-2019SIST EN 4611-003:2019SLOVENSKI
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