SIST EN 4674-001:2018
(Main)Aerospace series - Electrical cables, installation - Self-wrapping shielding (EMI) protective sleeve - Part 001: Technical specification
General Information
- Abstract
This European Standard specifies the general characteristics, qualification and acceptance requirements for self wrapping shielding (EMI) protective sleeve designed for EMI shielding of cable and cable bundles for aerospace applications.
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 13-Feb-2018
- Technical Committee
- I13 - Imaginarni 13
- Current Stage
- 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 11-Apr-2017
- Due Date
- 16-Jun-2017
- Completion Date
- 14-Feb-2018
Overview
SIST EN 4674-001:2018 is a European standard that specifies the technical requirements for self-wrapping shielding (EMI) protective sleeves used in the installation of electrical cables in aerospace applications. Developed by the Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo (SIST), this standard is harmonized with EN 4674-001:2017 and forms part of a series addressing aerospace electrical cable protection. The standard establishes the general characteristics, qualification procedures, and acceptance criteria for these sleeves, which are fundamental for electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding in high-reliability aircraft environments.
Key Topics
- EMI Shielding: Outlines properties and requirements for sleeves providing electromagnetic interference protection, essential for maintaining signal integrity and equipment performance in aerospace electrical systems.
- Design and Construction: Details the structure of self-wrapping sleeves, including longitudinal plated copper warps, optional transversal strands for improved continuity, and potential inner tape coverings for added cable protection.
- Materials: Specifies requirements for copper strands, plating (tin, silver, nickel), and flame-resistant fibers, ensuring mechanical flexibility, durability, and environmental resistance.
- Qualification and Testing: Describes test methods for flammability, smoke and toxicity, resistance to fluids, thermal cycling, mechanical performance, and electrical characteristics (e.g., transfer impedance and ohmic resistance).
- Installation and Identification: Provides guidance on installation techniques, sleeve overlap, tracer lines for sizing, and compatibility with aerospace cable bend radii.
Applications
The standard is critical for engineers, manufacturers, and maintenance teams involved in:
- Aircraft Wiring Harnesses: Used for bundling and shielding electrical cables in both pressurized and non-pressurized areas of civil and military aircraft.
- Aerospace Electrical Systems: Ensures robust protection against EMI across various platforms, minimizing risk of system malfunctions due to electrical noise.
- Cable Retrofit and Maintenance: The self-wrapping nature of the sleeves allows easy installation and removal without disturbing existing wiring, streamlining maintenance and retrofitting operations.
- High-Density Installations: Suitable for modern aerospace designs where cable density is high and space constraints necessitate lightweight, flexible, and reliable protection solutions.
Related Standards
For comprehensive compliance and integration, refer to the following standards closely associated with SIST EN 4674-001:2018:
- EN 4674-002: Details general information and a list of product standards within the self-wrapping shielding sleeve series.
- EN 4674-003 / EN 4674-004: Provide product specifications for open sleeves designed for specific pressure areas and EMI protection ranges.
- EN 6059: Series on protection sleeves, outlining applicable aerospace test methods.
- EN 3197: Guidance for design and installation of aircraft electrical and optical interconnection systems.
- EN 3475: A suite of test method standards for electrical cables used in aerospace environments.
- EN 2825 / EN 2826 / EN 3844-1: Standards addressing flammability, smoke density, gas emission, and burning behavior of non-metallic materials under aerospace conditions.
- EN 9133: Quality management and qualification procedures for aerospace standard parts.
- IEC 62153-4-3: Test methods for electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) of metallic communication cables.
Practical Value
Implementing SIST EN 4674-001:2018 guarantees the use of high-quality, effectively shielded cable protection solutions tailored for rigorous aerospace environments. It provides a foundation for:
- Enhancing aircraft electrical system reliability through standardized EMI shielding.
- Simplifying inspection, maintenance, and regulatory compliance.
- Aligning with international best practices for safety, material performance, and environmental resistance in aerospace cable protection systems.
By adopting this standard, aerospace manufacturers and suppliers ensure consistent, high-performance EMI shielding of electrical cables, supporting the industry's stringent safety and operational requirements.
Relations
- Effective Date
- 04-Feb-2015
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Frequently Asked Questions
SIST EN 4674-001:2018 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Aerospace series - Electrical cables, installation - Self-wrapping shielding (EMI) protective sleeve - Part 001: Technical specification". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies the general characteristics, qualification and acceptance requirements for self wrapping shielding (EMI) protective sleeve designed for EMI shielding of cable and cable bundles for aerospace applications.
This European Standard specifies the general characteristics, qualification and acceptance requirements for self wrapping shielding (EMI) protective sleeve designed for EMI shielding of cable and cable bundles for aerospace applications.
SIST EN 4674-001:2018 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 29.060.20 - Cables; 49.060 - Aerospace electric equipment and systems. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
SIST EN 4674-001:2018 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST EN 4674-001:2015. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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Standards Content (Sample)
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Luft- und Raumfahrt - Elektrische Leitungen, Installation - Selbstschließender abschirmender (EMI) Schutzschlauch - Teil 001: Technische LieferbedingungenSérie aérospatiale - Câbles électriques, installation - Gaine de protection blindée (EMI) auto-fermable - Partie 001 : Spécification techniqueAerospace series - Electrical cables, installation - Self-wrapping shielding (EMI) protective sleeve - Part 001: Technical specification49.060Aerospace electric equipment and systems29.060.20KabliCablesICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 4674-001:2017SIST EN 4674-001:2018en,fr,de01-marec-2018SIST EN 4674-001:2018SLOVENSKI
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¯ 55 °C and 260 °C — Part 010: DR family, single UV laser printable — Product standard EN 2591-214, Aerospace series — Elements of electrical and optical connection — Test methods — Part 214: Lightning strike, current and voltage pulse EN 2591-307, Aerospace series — Elements of electrical and optical connection — Test methods — Part 307: Salt mist EN 2825, Aerospace series — Burning behaviour of non metallic materials under the influence of radiating heat and flames — Determination of smoke density EN 2826, Aerospace series — Burning behaviour of non metallic materials under the influence of radiating heat and flames — Determination of gas components in the smoke
EN 3197, Aerospace series — Design and installation of aircraft electrical and optical interconnection systems EN 3475, Aerospace series — Cables, electrical, aircraft use — Test methods 1) EN 3844-1, Aerospace series — Flammability of non metallic materials — Part 1: Small burner test, vertical — Determination of the vertical flame propagation EN 4674-002, Aerospace series — Electrical cables, installation — Self-wrapping shielding (EMI) protective sleeve — Part 002: General and list of product standard EN 4674-003, Aerospace series — Electrical cables, installation —Self-wrapping shielding (EMI) protective sleeve — Part 003: Open sleeve — Inside pressurized area — EMI protection 5 kA — Temperature range – 65 °C to 200 °C — Product standard EN 4674-004, Aerospace series — Electrical cables, installation — Self-wrapping shielding (EMI) protective sleeve — Part 004: Open sleeve — Outside pressurized area — EMI protection 10 kA — Temperature range – 65 °C to 200 °C — Product standard
1) All its parts quoted in this European Standard. SIST EN 4674-001:2018
2) Published by: IEC International Electrotechnical Commission. http://www.iec.ch/ 3) Published by: ASTM National (US) American Society for Testing and Materials. http://www.astm.org/ 4) In preparation at the date of publication of this standard. SIST EN 4674-001:2018
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Key 1 warp 2 weft Figure 2 5 Design 5.1 General requirements These protection sleeves are intended to meet the following requirements as specified in detail in Clause 7: — EMI protection of cables and cable bundles, — non-aggressive to the protected cables and cable bundles, — resistance to hostile environments, such as temperature and fluid exposure, — minimum mass, — mechanical flexibility, — the minimum bend radius applicable shall be equal to the specified minimum bend radius for cables and cable bundles, as specified in EN 3197 or in the product standard, — the flammability, smoke emission and toxicity of all parts shall meet the requirements mentioned in the product standard. SIST EN 4674-001:2018
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