oSIST prEN 4165-027:2023
(Main)Aerospace series - Connector, electrical, rectangular, modular - Operating temperature 175 °C continuous - Part 027: Rack and panel rear mounted plug for 2 and 4 modules, series 3 - Product standard
Aerospace series - Connector, electrical, rectangular, modular - Operating temperature 175 °C continuous - Part 027: Rack and panel rear mounted plug for 2 and 4 modules, series 3 - Product standard
This document specifies the rack and panel rear mounted plug 2 and 4 modules, series 3 used in the family of rectangular electrical connectors. The receptacles corresponding to those plugs are specified in EN 4165-002.
Luft- und Raumfahrt - Elektrischer Rechtecksteckverbinder in modularer Bauweise - Betriebstemperatur 175 °C konstant - Teil 027: Freier rückseitiger Einschub- und Gehäusesteckverbinder mit 2 und 4 Modulen, Serie 3 - Produktnorm
Série aérospatiale - Connecteurs électriques rectangulaires, modulaires - Température d'utilisation 175 °C continu - Partie 027 : Fiches de rack à fixations inversées 2 et 4 modules, série 3 - Norme de produit
Le présent document spécifie les fiches de rack à fixations inversées série 3, pour 2 et 4 modules, utilisées dans la famille des connecteurs électriques rectangulaires. Les embases correspondant à ces fiches sont spécifiées dans l’EN 4165-002.
Aeronavtika - Konektorji, električni, pravokotni, modularni - Stalna delovna temperatura 175 °C - 027. del: Zadnji vtič za stojalo in ploščo za 2 in 4 module, serije 3 - Standard za proizvod
General Information
- Status
- Not Published
- Public Enquiry End Date
- 23-May-2023
- Technical Committee
- I13 - Imaginarni 13
- Current Stage
- 4020 - Public enquire (PE) (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 09-Mar-2023
- Due Date
- 27-Jul-2023
- Completion Date
- 24-May-2023
Relations
- Effective Date
- 27-Feb-2019
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 19-Jan-2023
- Effective Date
- 18-Jan-2023
Overview
oSIST prEN 4165-027:2023 is a draft standard developed by the Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo (SIST), under the CEN framework, for the aerospace industry. This document is part of the European aerospace connector series and specifies the requirements for rear mounted rack and panel plugs for 2- and 4-module configurations, series 3. These modular, rectangular electrical connectors are designed for continuous operation at temperatures up to 175 °C, making them ideal for demanding aerospace environments where reliability, modularity, and thermal performance are critical.
This specific part of the standard supersedes previous editions (EN 4165-027:2015 and SIST EN 4165-027:2016) and works in conjunction with EN 4165-002, which covers the corresponding receptacle connectors.
Key Topics
Rear Mounted Plug Design
The standard focuses on rear mounted rack and panel plugs in 2- and 4-module variants (series 3), ensuring compatibility within the modular EN 4165 connector family.Operating Temperature
Plugs are designed for continuous operation at 175 °C, fulfilling demanding aerospace application requirements.Material and Plating Options
- Class W: Olive drab cadmium plated aluminium alloy, providing 500 hours salt mist resistance.
- Class F: Black nickel plated aluminium alloy, offering 96 hours salt mist resistance.
Technical Specifications
The plugs must comply with detailed technical and marking requirements as provided in EN 4165-001, enhancing traceability and standardization.Compatibility
The plug interfaces directly with receptacles defined in EN 4165-002, promoting system interoperability and modular integration.
Applications
oSIST prEN 4165-027:2023 is essential for aerospace sectors requiring high-performance, modular electrical connectors. Typical applications include:
Avionics Systems
Used for reliable, high-density electrical interconnections within aircraft avionics bays, ensuring secure signal and power distribution.Aircraft Instruments and Control Panels
Supports rear-panel mounting, simplifying maintenance and module replacement without disturbing front-end assemblies.Modular Aerospace Assemblies
Enables flexible reconfiguration or expansion of electronic systems in both commercial and military aircraft.Systems Operating in Harsh Environments
Ideal for environments exposed to high temperatures, vibration, and corrosive atmospheres, notably due to enhanced plating options.
By adhering to these standardized connectors, manufacturers and system integrators enhance the safety, interchangeability, and serviceability of aerospace equipment.
Related Standards
EN 4165-001
Aerospace series - Connectors, electrical, rectangular, modular - Operating temperature 175 °C continuous - Part 001: Technical specification
(Defines general technical requirements for the connector family)EN 4165-002
Aerospace series - Connectors, electrical, rectangular, modular - Operating temperature 175 °C continuous - Part 002: Specification of performance and contact arrangements
(Details associated receptacles)EN 4165-003
Product standard for modules series 2 and series 3EN 4165-013 / EN 4165-014
Product standards for cable clamps and shielded accessory bodiesEN 4165-021
Keyway and coupling system specificationEN 2424
Marking of aerospace products
Compliance with these related standards ensures system compatibility, technical consistency, and improves lifecycle management within aerospace electrical installations.
Keywords: aerospace electrical connectors, modular connectors, rectangular plug, rear mounted plug, high temperature connector, EN 4165 series, rack and panel connector, avionics connector standard, SIST standard, connector specification, aerospace equipment systems, 175 °C connector.
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Frequently Asked Questions
oSIST prEN 4165-027:2023 is a draft published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Aerospace series - Connector, electrical, rectangular, modular - Operating temperature 175 °C continuous - Part 027: Rack and panel rear mounted plug for 2 and 4 modules, series 3 - Product standard". This standard covers: This document specifies the rack and panel rear mounted plug 2 and 4 modules, series 3 used in the family of rectangular electrical connectors. The receptacles corresponding to those plugs are specified in EN 4165-002.
This document specifies the rack and panel rear mounted plug 2 and 4 modules, series 3 used in the family of rectangular electrical connectors. The receptacles corresponding to those plugs are specified in EN 4165-002.
oSIST prEN 4165-027:2023 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 31.220.10 - Plug-and-socket devices. Connectors; 49.060 - Aerospace electric equipment and systems. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
oSIST prEN 4165-027:2023 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST EN 4165-027:2016, SIST EN ISO 15118-8:2020, SIST EN ISO 15118-9:2023, SIST EN ISO 17409:2020, SIST EN ISO 15118-21:2025, SIST EN ISO 15118-2:2016, SIST EN 4165-027:2016, SIST EN 4165-027:2016. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-maj-2023
Nadomešča:
SIST EN 4165-027:2016
Aeronavtika - Konektorji, električni, pravokotni, modularni - Stalna delovna
temperatura 175 °C - 027. del: Zadnji vtič za stojalo in ploščo za 2 in 4 module,
serije 3 - Standard za proizvod
Aerospace series - Connector, electrical, rectangular, modular - Operating temperature
175 °C continuous - Part 027: Rack and panel rear mounted plug for 2 and 4 modules,
series 3 - Product standard
Luft- und Raumfahrt - Elektrischer Rechtecksteckverbinder in modularer Bauweise -
Betriebstemperatur 175 °C konstant - Teil 027: Freier rückseitiger Einschub- und
Gehäusesteckverbinder mit 2 und 4 Modulen, Serie 3 - Produktnorm
Série aérospatiale - Connecteurs électriques rectangulaires, modulaires - Température
d'utilisation 175 °C continu - Partie 027 : Fiches de rack à fixations inversées 2 et 4
modules, série 3 - Norme de produit
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: prEN 4165-027
ICS:
31.220.10 Vtiči in vtičnice, konektorji Plug-and-socket devices.
Connectors
49.060 Letalska in vesoljska Aerospace electric
električna oprema in sistemi equipment and systems
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
DRAFT
EUROPEAN STANDARD
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
March 2023
ICS 49.060 Will supersede EN 4165-027:2015
English Version
Aerospace series - Connector, electrical, rectangular,
modular - Operating temperature 175 °C continuous - Part
027: Rack and panel rear mounted plug for 2 and 4
modules, series 3 - Product standard
Série aérospatiale - Connecteurs électriques Luft- und Raumfahrt - Elektrischer
rectangulaires, modulaires - Température d'utilisation Rechtecksteckverbinder in modularer Bauweise -
175 °C continu - Partie 027 : Fiches de rack à fixations Betriebstemperatur 175 °C konstant - Teil 027: Freier
inversées 2 et 4 modules, série 3 - Norme de produit rückseitiger Einschub- und Gehäusesteckverbinder mit
2 und 4 Modulen, Serie 3 - Produktnorm
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Contents Page
European foreword . 3
1 Scope . 4
2 Normative references . 4
3 Terms and definitions . 4
4 Required characteristics . 4
5 Rack and panel rear plug . 4
5.1 For 2 modules classes W, F . 4
5.2 For 4 modules classes W, F .
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