What is BS EN 4008-018 – Product standard on positioner for crimping tools about ?
BS EN 4008 is a European standard on aerospace that discusses crimping tools and associated accessories. BS EN 4008-018 is the eighteenth part of a multi-part series that specifies the characteristics for the positioner used with the M22520/2-01 crimping tool to crimp electrical contacts according to EN 4008-002 to manufacture efficient and durable positioners.
Who is BS EN 4008-018 – Product standard on positioner for crimping tools for ?
BS EN 4008-018 on the product standard on positioner for crimping tools is relevant to:
- Aerospace and defence industries
- Quality control personnel
- Aerospace technical specialists
- Manufacturers of positioners
- Manufacturers of crimping tools
Why should you use BS EN 4008-018 – Product standard on positioner for crimping tools ?
Crimp Tool Positioners are parts of a Crimping tool designed to adapt the tool frame to a particular application.
The data plate on each positioner designates which contacts the positioner accommodates for its wire size and indicates selector position. The positioners are easy to remove and replace when a different connector size is required.
BS EN 4008-018 provides the terms and definitions, required characteristics, requirements, designation, markings. and technical specifications. This assists in manufacturing as well as enhancing the efficacy and durability of positioners for effective use in crimping tools.
BS EN 4008-018 guides in creating a standardized approach for manufacturers to adhere to while supplying their metallic materials to the aerospace and defence industry.