What is BS EN 4198 - Adjustable rod-ends for aerospace applications about?
BS EN 4198 is a European Standard series that discusses components used in the aerospace industry. The purpose of BS EN 4198 is to provide the best industry design requirements for adjustable rod-ends to ensure corrosion resistance and improved fatigue strength in aerospace applications.
BS EN 4198 specifies the characteristics of adjustable rod-ends consisting of self-aligning ball bearing with self-lubricating liner and rod-end with threaded shank consisting of:
- A circumferential groove to identity location
- An optional longitudinal groove for locking purposes
These rod-ends are intended for use with flying control rods or rods for aerospace structures. They shall be used within the temperature range from: − 55 °C to 163 °C.
Who is BS EN 4198 - Adjustable rod-ends for aerospace applications for?
BS EN 4198 on adjustable rod-ends for aerospace applications is useful for:
- Manufacturers and suppliers of adjustable rod-ends for aerospace industry
- Manufacturers of aerospace equipment and components
- The aerospace and defence industry
- Product design engineers
- Aeronautical engineers
- National authorities
Why should you use BS EN 4198 - Adjustable rod-ends for aerospace applications?
Adjustable rod-ends are rods at the end of bearings. They have wide applications in aerospace applications and are subjected to extreme operating conditions such as high temperatures and vibration. When it comes to the manufacturing and use of aerospace components, reliability, consistent performance, and durability are crucial.
BS EN 4198 provides you guidance on the required characteristics for adjustable rod-ends for aerospace applications, including dimensions, mass, surface roughness, loads, rotational starting torques, materials and surface treatment, enabling you to standardize the dimensional and physical properties of adjustable rod-ends.
If you are a manufacturer of adjustable rod-ends used in the aerospace industry, compliance with these requirements can ensure your products meet the performance needs of the end application.
BS EN 4198 provides a standardized approach for manufacturers of adjustable rod-ends to adhere to if they supply their components for use by the aerospace and defence industry.
With compliance to the best industry requirements specified in BS EN 4198, you can demonstrate the temperature resistance, reliability and longevity of adjustable rod-ends in aerospace applications.