What is BS EN 16602-70-22 - Limited shelf-life materials for space application about?
Product and component quality is paramount for space applications. The delivery of high-quality components contributes to the safety of those on board.
Several classes of materials depend on a chemical reaction for their application and their final properties are sensitive to the exact composition of the reactants. The final properties vary with the reactants’ age and storage condition. BS EN 16602-70-22 defines the requirements for the identification, handling, storage and control of limited shelf-life materials employed in the fabrication of spacecraft and associated equipment.
Note: BS EN 16602-70-22 may be tailored for the specific characteristics and constrains of a space project in conformance with ECSS-S-ST-00.
Who is BS EN 16602-70-22 - Limited shelf-life materials for space application for?
BS EN 16602-70-22 on Limited shelf-life materials for space application is useful for:
- The space and defence industry
- Manufacturers of space equipment and components
- Vendors / Manufacturers and suppliers of materials for space
- Purchase divisions / component sourcing personnel
- Product design engineers
- Aeronautical engineers
Why should you use BS EN 16602-70-22 - Limited shelf-life materials for space application?
Flammability testing determines how easily a material or finished product will ignite or burn when exposed to or used near fire or heat. Failure to meet flammability testing requirements is not only a considerable safety risk, but it also restricts market access and can lead to enforcement actions by regulatory authorities.
BS EN 16602-70-22 provides you with requirements for the identification, handling, storage and control of limited shelf-life materials employed in the fabrication of spacecraft and associated equipment for space applications so that the products are suitable for the required purpose.
The guidelines in BS EN 16602-70-22 contribute towards including high-quality components for aerospace that are responsible for smooth and safe functioning of vessels.
What’s changed since the last update?
BS EN 16602-70-22:2014 supersedes BS EN 14089:2002. BS EN 16602-70-22:2014 includes editorial changes with respect to BS EN 14089:2002.