Aerospace series. Six lobe recesses for bolts. Technical specification

Aerospace series. Six lobe recesses for bolts. Technical specification

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What is BS EN 3905 - Six lobe recesses for bolts about ?

BS EN 3905 is a European standard on aerospace series which covers technical specification of six lobe recesses for bolts.  

BS EN 3905 specifies the characteristics and qualification requirements for six lobe recesses defined by EN 3911 for bolts. The requirements of this specification are additional to the requirements of the relevant bolt technical specification. 

Who is BS EN 3905 - Six lobe recesses for bolts for ?

BS EN 3905 on six lobe recesses for bolts is useful for: 

  • Manufacturers of aerospace equipment and components  
  • Bolt manufacturers 

Why should you use BS EN 3905 - Six lobe recesses for bolts ?

A bolt is a form of threaded fastener with an external male thread requiring a matching pre-formed female thread such as a nut. Bolts are very closely related to screws. 

Screws and bolts are designed with a recess so that they can be driven into and out of workpieces. Found on the head, it consists of an indention in a specific shape. There are many different types of drive recesses for fasteners, some of which include the following. 

When it comes to the manufacturing and use of aerospace components, reliability and consistent performance are crucial. Hence BS EN 3905 walks you through the characteristics and qualification requirements for six lobe recesses defined by EN 3911 for bolts. This ensures safety and reliability in your organization and in turn increases the efficiency of work.