What is BS EN 2071 — Aluminium sheets aerospace series about?
BS EN 2071 is an international standard that discusses sheets made of aluminium and aluminium alloys.
BS EN 2071 specifies the dimensions and tolerances of sheets in aluminium and aluminium alloys with a thickness of 0.25 mm ≤ a ≤ 6 mm for aerospace applications.
Who is BS EN 2071 — Aluminium sheets aerospace series for?
BS EN 2071 on aluminium sheets for aerospace series is relevant to:
- Manufacturers of aerospace equipment and components
- Manufacturers of aluminium and aluminium alloys sheets
- Quality assurance personnel
- Metallurgical engineers
- Aeronautical engineers
- Aerospace engineers
- Aerospace and defence industries
- Automotive industries
- Testing authorities
Why should you use BS EN 2071 — Aluminium sheets aerospace series?
An aluminium sheet is a product formed when aluminium material is pressed and rolled under intense pressure. Its various benefits prove it very useful, to use the aluminium sheets in the aircraft industry.
BS EN 2071 is part of the series of EN metallic materials for aerospace applications. The general organization of this series is described in EN 4258. BS EN 2071 assists with the dimensional tolerances, geometric tolerances, and their methods of measurement for aluminium and its alloy sheets.
BS EN 2071 creates a standardized approach for manufacturers of sheets in aluminium and aluminium alloys, as it gives proper fit and designs for aluminium alloys products. It helps them to determine the exact room for error while manufacturing particular products for aerospace applications.
By adopting BS EN 2071, manufacturers can demonstrate the reliability of their metallic materials and build trust for their use throughout the aerospace supply chain.
BS EN 2071 can be used for the qualification programme to be agreed upon by the manufacturer and the consumer.