What is BS EN 14535-2 - Brake discs for railway rolling stock about?
BS EN 14535 is a series of European standards on railway applications that discusses various functional aspects. BS EN 14535-2 is the second part of the multi-series standard. BS EN 14535-2 specifies requirements for the design and dimensions of the brake disc.
BS EN 14535-2 applies to brake discs mounted onto the wheel, including the wheel web or wheel hub of railway rolling stock and to discs having one or more disc brake rings, each having two axially separated friction faces.
Who is BS EN 14535-2 - Brake discs for railway rolling stock for?
BS EN 14535-2 on railway applications is applicable to:
- Manufacturers of railway rolling stocks
- Manufacturers of disc brake rings
- Mechanical engineer
Why should you use BS EN 14535-2 - Brake discs for railway rolling stock?
BS EN 14535-2 provides tests for checking braking performance and an assessment of the capacity of use on a specific vehicle with its in-service braking equipment.
BS EN 14535-2 navigates you through the dimension measures of the brake disc, disc fastening areas, wheel major interface, an indication of disc wear limits.
With obedience and compliance to BS EN 14535-2, you can efficiently manufacture high-quality brake discs. BS EN 14535-2 helps you achieve precision in terms of the product specification. With BS EN 14535-2, you can be ensured that the products consistently meet and exceed quality assurance targets.
What’s changed since the last update?
BS EN 14535-2:2019 supersedes EN 14535-2:2011. BS EN 14535-2:2019 includes some technical changes with respect to EN 14535-2:2011. These include:
- The standard’s scope has been modified
- Normative references have been updated
- Requirements on materials, design, dimensions and installation have been revised
- Requirements on designation, testing and markings have been revised
- Annexes have been revised