What is BS EN 1395-7 - thermal spray powder feed systems about?
Thermal spraying involves heating and then spraying a substance onto a prepared substrate as a spray of molten or semi-molten droplets.
EN 1395 is a European standard series that discusses the various aspect of thermal spraying. EN 1395 provides the acceptance inspection requirements for thermal spraying equipment.
BS EN 1395-7 is the seventh part of the EN 1395 series that specifies requirements for the acceptance inspection of thermal spraying equipment in the case of powder feed units used in spray jobs to produce thermally sprayed coatings of reproducible quality.
BS EN 1395-7 should be used in addition to EN 1395-2 when carrying out acceptance inspection for flame and/or HVOF (high velocity oxygen-fuel) spraying equipment, or EN 1395-4 when carrying out acceptance inspection for plasma spraying equipment.
Who is BS EN 1395-7 - thermal spray powder feed systems for?
BS EN 1395-7 on thermal spray powder feed systems inspection is useful for:
- Manufacturers and suppliers of thermal spraying equipment
- Product design engineers
- Quality control personnel
BS EN 1395-7 is also useful for buyers and users of thermal spray powder feed systems such as:
- The aerospace industry
- The automotive Industry
- The consumer appliances industry
- Manufacturers of industrial equipment and machines
- Manufacturers of other products that are thermally spray coated
Why should you use BS EN 1395-7 - thermal spray powder feed systems?
Thermal spray coating improves, restores, and enhances the surface of a substrate whilst also adding to aesthetic appeal. Well-coated substrates stay protected from exposure and corrosion, leading to longevity of the product.
BS EN 1395-7 provides you with the requirements for the acceptance inspection of thermal spray powder feed systems used in thermal spraying of coatings on substrates.
BS EN 1395-7 walks you through the principles and procedures of acceptance inspection for powder feed systems. In addition, BS EN 1395-7 guides you with the designation as well as the inspection report (initial test and retest) for thermal spraying powder feed systems.
The thermal spray powder feed systems inspection elaborated in BS EN 1395-7 focuses on health and safety, functionality, accuracy, stability, and reproducibility of results.
BS EN 1395-7 contributes towards a clearer understanding between the vendor and buyer of the thermal spray powder feed systems in terms of expectations and product performance. Using BS EN 1395-7 is a step towards providing your customers with high-quality finishes on products.