oSIST prEN 3660-065:2026
(Main)Aerospace series - Cable outlet accessories for circular and rectangular electrical and optical connectors - Part 065: Cable outlet, style K, 90°, for heat shrinkable boot, shielded, sealed, self locking - Product standard
Aerospace series - Cable outlet accessories for circular and rectangular electrical and optical connectors - Part 065: Cable outlet, style K, 90°, for heat shrinkable boot, shielded, sealed, self locking - Product standard
This document defines a range of cable outlets, style K, 90°, shielded, sealed, self-locking (anti rotational) for heat shrinkable boot, and or with metallic bands under the following conditions.
The mating connectors are listed in EN 3660 002.
Temperature range Class N: −65 °C to 200 °C;
Class K: −65 °C to 260 °C;
Class W: −65 °C to 175 °C;
Class T: −65 °C to 175 °C (Nickel PTFE plating);
Class Z: −65 °C to 175 °C (Black zinc nickel plating);
Class V: −65 °C to 175 °C (Tin zinc plating, non-reflective);
Class D: −65 °C to 175 °C (Tin zinc plating, dark, non-reflective).
Associated electrical accessories: EN 3660 033 Metallic band (for shield termination).
These cable outlets are designed for termination of overall shielding braid and/or individual cable shields. They accommodate/permit the termination of heat shrinkable boots.
Luft- und Raumfahrt - Endgehäuse für elektrische und optische Rund- und Rechtecksteckverbinder - Teil 065: Endgehäuse, Bauform K, 90°, für wärmeschrumpfende Bauteile, Schirmanschluss, abgedichtet, selbstsichernd - Produktnorm
Dieses Dokument legt eine Reihe von Endgehäusen, Bauform K, 90°, Schirmanschluss, abgedichtet, selbstsichernd (verdrehgesichert), für wärmeschrumpfende Bauteile und/oder Metallbänder für die Verwendung unter folgenden Bedingungen fest.
Die zugehörigen Steckverbinder sind in EN 3660 002 aufgeführt.
Temperaturbereich Klasse N: −65 °C bis 200 °C;
Klasse K: −65 °C bis 260 °C;
Klasse W: −65 °C bis 175 °C;
Klasse T: −65 °C bis 175 °C (Nickel/PTFE-Oberflächenschutz);
Klasse Z: −65 °C bis 175 °C (schwarzer Zink Nickel Oberflächenschutz);
Klasse V: −65 °C bis 175 °C (Zinn-Zink-Oberflächenschutz, nicht reflektierend);
Klasse D: −65 °C bis 175 °C (Zinn-Zink-Oberflächenschutz, dunkel, nicht reflektierend).
Elektrische Zubehörteile: EN 3660 033 Metallband (für Schirmanschluss).
Diese Endgehäuse sind für den Anschluss von Gesamtschirmen und/oder Einzelleitungsschirmen ausgelegt. Sie nehmen wärmeschrumpfende Bauteile auf oder ermöglichen deren Anschluss.
Série aérospatiale - Accessoires arrière pour connecteurs circulaires et rectangulaires électriques et optiques - Partie 065 : Raccord type K, coudé 90°, blindé, étanche, pour manchon thermorétractable, auto-freiné - Norme de produit
Le présente document définit une gamme de raccords coudés à 90°, blindés, étanches, de type K, à freinage interne (anti-rotation) pour manchon thermorétractable et/ou bandes métalliques destinés à être utilisés dans les conditions suivantes :
Les connecteurs associés sont listés dans l’EN 3660 002.
Plage de températures : classe N : −65 °C à 200 °C ;
classe K : −65 °C à 260 °C ;
classe W : −65 °C à 175 °C ;
classe T : −65 °C à 175 °C (nickelé PTFE) ;
classe Z : −65 °C à 175 °C (zinc nickelé noir) ;
classe V : −65 °C à 175 °C (étain zingué, non réfléchissant) ;
classe D : −65 °C à 175 °C (étain zingué, foncé, non réfléchissant).
Accessoires électriques associés : bande métallique EN 3660 033 (pour terminaison blindée).
Ces raccords sont conçus pour la terminaison de tresses de blindage complète et/ou du blindage des câbles individuels. Ils s’adaptent à/permettent la terminaison de manchons thermorétractables.
Aeronavtika - Dodatki za okrogle in pravokotne električne in optične konektorje - 065. del: Kabelska spojka, tip K, 90°, za toplotno skrčljive dele, oklopljena, tesnjena, samozapiralna - Standard za proizvod
General Information
- Status
- Not Published
- Public Enquiry End Date
- 30-Jan-2026
- Technical Committee
- I13 - Imaginarni 13
- Current Stage
- 4020 - Public enquire (PE) (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 01-Dec-2025
- Due Date
- 20-Apr-2026
- Completion Date
- 02-Feb-2026
Relations
- Effective Date
- 03-May-2023
Overview
oSIST prEN 3660-065:2026 is a draft European product standard issued by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST) within the Aerospace series. This document specifies style K, 90° cable outlet accessories designed for use with circular and rectangular electrical and optical connectors. These cable outlets are shielded, sealed, and incorporate a self-locking, anti-rotational mechanism. They are specifically intended for termination using heat shrinkable boots and, where required, metallic bands for shielding.
The standard details a variety of material classes, temperature ranges, and mechanical and environmental test requirements for cable outlets intended for demanding aerospace applications.
Key Topics
- Cable Outlet Design: Style K, 90° angle, shielded, sealed, and anti-rotational self-locking mechanism.
- Heat Shrinkable Boot Compatibility: Designed for use with heat shrinkable boots, ensuring secure environmental protection.
- Shielded Termination: Enables efficient termination of overall cable shielding or individual cable shields, enhancing electromagnetic compatibility (EMC).
- Material and Finish Options: Includes options such as aluminium (nickel plated), stainless steel (passivated), nickel PTFE plated, cadmium-plated aluminium, tin-zinc plated aluminium (non-reflective or dark), and zinc-nickel plated aluminium.
- Temperature Ranges: Classes range from −65 °C to a maximum of 260 °C, supporting various aerospace environments.
- Environmental Resistance: Requirements include salt mist, flammability, ozone resistance, and fluid resistance, ensuring sustained performance in harsh operating conditions.
- Testing Requirements: Incorporates mechanical, electrical continuity, shielding effectiveness, and environmental stress tests compliant with the EN 2591 series.
- Associated Connectors: Outlets are designed for use with connectors outlined in EN 3660-002, ensuring standardized compatibility across systems.
Applications
The cable outlets covered by oSIST prEN 3660-065:2026 are critical in aerospace and defense environments where reliable, high-integrity electrical connections are essential. Key application areas include:
- Avionics Systems: Ensuring secure and shielded cable terminations in cockpit and control systems.
- Flight Control Electronics: Providing durable, sealed wire management for actuator and sensor interconnections.
- Mission-Critical Communications: Supporting termination and shielding for communication wiring, reducing electromagnetic interference (EMI).
- Aircraft Electrical Harnesses: Used throughout fuselage and wing wiring installations, offering both environmental sealing and mechanical protection.
- Spacecraft and Satellites: Suitable for environments requiring broad temperature resilience and protected cable connections.
- Ground Support and Military Equipment: Ensuring robust, vibration-resistant connections in ruggedized applications.
Related Standards
The oSIST prEN 3660-065:2026 standard references and aligns with several related industry and international standards, including:
- EN 3660-001: Cable outlet accessories for circular and rectangular connectors - Technical specification.
- EN 3660-002: Index of product standards for cable outlet accessories.
- EN 2591 Series: Various test methods for electrical and optical connection elements, including visual examination, dimensional checks, housing continuity, vibration, shock, and environmental testing.
- EN 2997 (all parts): Aerospace series connectors - Electrical, circular, for demanding environments.
- EN 60529: Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP Code), relevant for sealing requirements.
- EN 3660-033: Stainless steel banding for shield termination.
Practical Value
By ensuring robust, shielded, and environmentally protected electrical connections, oSIST prEN 3660-065:2026 supports reliability and safety for sophisticated aerospace electrical systems. The standard’s focus on interoperability, performance in extreme temperatures, and compliance with EMI/EMC requirements makes it an essential reference for engineers, designers, and manufacturers in the aerospace and defense sectors.
Compliance with this standard ensures that cable outlets meet rigorous safety, compatibility, and durability requirements demanded by modern aerospace applications.
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Frequently Asked Questions
oSIST prEN 3660-065:2026 is a draft published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Aerospace series - Cable outlet accessories for circular and rectangular electrical and optical connectors - Part 065: Cable outlet, style K, 90°, for heat shrinkable boot, shielded, sealed, self locking - Product standard". This standard covers: This document defines a range of cable outlets, style K, 90°, shielded, sealed, self-locking (anti rotational) for heat shrinkable boot, and or with metallic bands under the following conditions. The mating connectors are listed in EN 3660 002. Temperature range Class N: −65 °C to 200 °C; Class K: −65 °C to 260 °C; Class W: −65 °C to 175 °C; Class T: −65 °C to 175 °C (Nickel PTFE plating); Class Z: −65 °C to 175 °C (Black zinc nickel plating); Class V: −65 °C to 175 °C (Tin zinc plating, non-reflective); Class D: −65 °C to 175 °C (Tin zinc plating, dark, non-reflective). Associated electrical accessories: EN 3660 033 Metallic band (for shield termination). These cable outlets are designed for termination of overall shielding braid and/or individual cable shields. They accommodate/permit the termination of heat shrinkable boots.
This document defines a range of cable outlets, style K, 90°, shielded, sealed, self-locking (anti rotational) for heat shrinkable boot, and or with metallic bands under the following conditions. The mating connectors are listed in EN 3660 002. Temperature range Class N: −65 °C to 200 °C; Class K: −65 °C to 260 °C; Class W: −65 °C to 175 °C; Class T: −65 °C to 175 °C (Nickel PTFE plating); Class Z: −65 °C to 175 °C (Black zinc nickel plating); Class V: −65 °C to 175 °C (Tin zinc plating, non-reflective); Class D: −65 °C to 175 °C (Tin zinc plating, dark, non-reflective). Associated electrical accessories: EN 3660 033 Metallic band (for shield termination). These cable outlets are designed for termination of overall shielding braid and/or individual cable shields. They accommodate/permit the termination of heat shrinkable boots.
oSIST prEN 3660-065:2026 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 31.220.99 - Other electromechanical components; 49.060 - Aerospace electric equipment and systems. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
oSIST prEN 3660-065:2026 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST EN 3660-065:2022. 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-januar-2026
Aeronavtika - Dodatki za okrogle in pravokotne električne in optične konektorje -
065. del: Kabelska spojka, tip K, 90°, za toplotno skrčljive dele, oklopljena,
tesnjena, samozapiralna - Standard za proizvod
Aerospace series - Cable outlet accessories for circular and rectangular electrical and
optical connectors - Part 065: Cable outlet, style K, 90°, for heat shrinkable boot,
shielded, sealed, self locking - Product standard
Luft- und Raumfahrt - Endgehäuse für elektrische und optische Rund- und
Rechtecksteckverbinder - Teil 065: Endgehäuse, Bauform K, 90°, für
wärmeschrumpfende Bauteile, Schirmanschluss, abgedichtet, selbstsichernd -
Produktnorm
Série aérospatiale - Accessoires arrière pour connecteurs circulaires et rectangulaires
électriques et optiques - Partie 065 : Raccord type K, coudé 90°, blindé, étanche, pour
manchon thermorétractable, auto-freiné - Norme de produit
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: prEN 3660-065
ICS:
31.220.99 Druge elektromehanske Other electromechanical
komponente components
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
November 2025
ICS 49.060 Will supersede EN 3660-065:2022
English Version
Aerospace series - Cable outlet accessories for circular and
rectangular electrical and optical connectors - Part 065:
Cable outlet, style K, 90°, for heat shrinkable boot,
shielded, sealed, self locking - Product standard
Série aérospatiale - Accessoires arrière pour Luft- und Raumfahrt - Endgehäuse für elektrische und
connecteurs circulaires et rectangulaires électriques et optische Rund- und Rechtecksteckverbinder - Teil 065:
optiques - Partie 065 : Raccord type K, coudé 90°, Endgehäuse, Bauform K, 90°, für wärmeschrumpfende
blindé, étanche, pour manchon thermorétractable, Bauteile, Schirmanschluss, abgedichtet, selbstsichernd
auto-freiné - Norme de produit - Produktnorm
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Contents Page
European foreword . 3
1 Scope . 4
2 Normative references . 4
3 Terms and definitions . 5
4 Characteristics . 6
4.1 Dimensions and mass . 6
4.2 Cable entry dimensions . 8
4.3 Associated connectors . 9
4.4 Standard front interface . 9
4.4.1 AS85049 interface (all classes) . 9
4.4.2 Optional interface (all classes) . 10
4.5 Material and finish . 12
4.6 Assembly torque . 13
5 Tests . 14
5.1 Tests according to EN 2591 series . 14
5.2 Special tests — Surface transfer impendence / shielding effectiveness setup. 19
6 Designation . 19
7 Marking . 20
8 Technical specification . 20
Bibliography . 21
European foreword
This document (prEN 3660-065:2025) has been prepared by ASD-STAN.
After enquiries and votes carried out in accordance with the rules of this Association, this document has
received the approval of the National Associations and the Official Services of the member countries of
ASD-STAN, prior to its presentation to CEN.
This document is currently submitted to the CEN Enquiry.
This document will supersede EN 3660-065:2022.
This document includes the following significant technical changes with respect to EN 3660-065:2022:
— addition of classes V and D (tin-zinc): update of Table 2 (nominal mass), Subclause 4.5 description of
material and finish, assembly torque in Table 7, tests in Table 8;
— update of Figure 1;
— addition of Table 6 “Hexavalent chromium compound list”.
1 Scope
This document defines a range of cable outlets, style K, 90°, shielded, sealed, self-locking (anti rotational)
for heat shrinkable boot, and or with metallic bands under the following conditions.
The mating connectors are listed in EN 3660-002.
Temperature range Class N: −65 °C to 200 °C;
Class K: −65 °C to 260 °C;
Class W: −65 °C to 175 °C;
Class T: −65 °C to 175 °C (Nickel PTFE plating);
Class Z: −65 °C to 175 °C (Black zinc nickel plating);
Class V: −65 °C to 175 °C (Tin zinc plating, non-reflective);
Class D: −65 °C to 175 °C (Tin zinc plating, dark, non-reflective).
Associated electrical accessories: EN 3660-033 Metallic band (for shield termination).
These cable outlets are designed for termination of overall shielding braid and/or individual cable
shields. They accommodate/permit the termination of heat shrinkable boots.
2 Normative references
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content
constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For
undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
DIN 82, Knurls
EN 2591-101, Aerospace series — Elements of electrical and optical connection — Test methods —
Part 101: Visual examination
EN 2591-102, Aerospace series — Elements of electrical and optical connection — Test methods —
Part 102: Examination of dimensions and mass
EN 2591-205, Aerospace series — Elements of electrical and optical connection — Test methods —
Part 205: Housing (shell) electrical continuity
EN 2591-212, Aerospace series — Elements of electrical and optical connection — Test methods —
Part 212: Surface transfer impedance
EN 2591-213, Aerospace series — Elements of electrical and optical connection — Test methods —
Part 213: Shielding effectiveness from 100 MHz to 1 GHz
EN 2591-214, Aerospace series — Elements of electrical and optical connection — Test methods —
Part 214: Lightning strike, current and voltage pulse
EN 2591-301, Aerospace series — Elements of electrical and optical connection — Test methods —
Part 301: Endurance at temperature
EN 2591-305, Aerospace series — Elements of electrical and optical connection — Test methods —
Part 305: Rapid change of temperature
EN 2591-306, Aerospace series — Elements of electrical and optical connection — Test methods —
Part 306: Mould growth
EN 2591-307, Aerospace series — Elements of electrical and optical connection — Test methods —
Part 307: Salt mist
EN 2591-308, Aerospace series — Elements of electrical and optical connection — Test methods —
Part 308: Sand and dust
EN 2591-402, Aerospace series — Elements of electrical and optical connection — Test methods —
Part 402: Shock
EN 2591-403, Aerospace series — Elements of electrical and optical connection — Test methods —
Part 403: Sinusoidal and random vibration
EN 2591-406, Aerospace series — Elements of electrical and optical connection — Test methods —
Part 406: Mechanical endurance
EN 2591-408, Aerospace series — Elements of electrical and optical connection — Test methods —
Part 408: Mating and unmating forces
EN 2591-420, Aerospace series — Elements of electrical and optical connection — Test methods —
Part 420: Mechanical strength of rear accessories
EN 2591-423, Aerospace series — Elements of electrical and optical connection — Test methods —
Part 423: Connector rear accessories thread strength
EN 2591-513, Aerospace series — Elements of electrical and optical connection — Test methods —
Part 513: Magnetic permeability
EN 2997 (all parts), Aerospace series — Connectors, electrical, circular, coupled by threaded ring, fire-
resistant or non fire-resistant, operating temperatures −65 °C to 175 °C continuous, 200 °C continuous,
260 °C peak
EN 3660-001, Aerospace series — Cable outlet accessories for circular and rectangular electrical and
optical connectors — Part 001: Technical specification
EN 3660-002, Aerospace series — Cable outlet accessories for circular and rectangular electrical and
optical connectors — Part 002: Index of product standards
EN 60529, Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP Code)
AS85049, Connector Accessories, Electrical General Specification For
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions given in EN 3660-001 and the following
apply.
Published by Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), available at: https://www.sae.org/.
ISO and IEC maintain terminology databases for use in standardization at the following addresses:
— ISO Online browsing platform: available at https://www.iso.org/obp
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3.1
self-locking
anti rotational
type of mechanism which provides a nut rotation with moderate torque in the mated direction and which
provides a greater torque in the unmated direction
4 Characteristics
4.1 Dimensions and mass
Dimensions and mass shall be in accordance with Figure 1 to Figure 6 and Table 1 to Table 5.
Cable entry dimensions shall be in accordance with 4.2.
Dimensions in millimetres
Key
1 thread C
2 marking
3 number of teeth N
4 four tooling holes spaced 90°apart. ⌀ 2,60, depth 1,27
5 straight knurl. Pitch manufacturer’s option
6 RKV 08 DIN 82. Figure 2. (Please note there may be crossover dependent on diameter and pitch)
7 clearance on thread C
8 break edge
NOTE Cable outlets can be manufactured as cast, fabricated or machined (manufactures option).
No sharp edges/burrs are permissible on internal or external surfaces/joints. Surface finish shall be
≤ 16, µm on all internal surfaces.
Valley of start of tooth to be at vertical centre line of accessory at position shown:
— within ± 3° for shell sizes 08-12;
— within ± 2° for shell sizes 14-18;
— within ± 1° for shell sizes 20 and larger.
Figure 1 — Cable outlet
Table 1 — Fixed dimensions of shell
Dimensions in millimetres
Shell size ⌀ A ⌀ B C E G ⌀ H J N
Number of
max. max. Thread max. max. max. max.
Teeth
08 22,48 15,67 0,500–20UNF 15,3 16,1 10,2 31,05 12
10 25,65 18,64 0,625–24UNEF 15,3 17,9 13,7 34,21 15
12 28,83 21,79 0,750–20UNEF 15,3 19,4 16,8 37,95 21
14 32,00 24,99 0,875–20UNEF 15,3 20,0 17,9 39,65 24
16 35,18 28,24 1,000–20UNEF 15,3 21,6 21,2 41,25 30
18 38,55 30,94 1,0625–18UNEF 15,3 22,6 23,2 43,75 33
20 41,53 34,16 1,1875–18UNEF 15,3 24,1 26,2 46,91 36
22 44,70 37,29 1,3125–18UNEF 15,3 25,7 29,4 50,10 39
24 47,89 40,46 1,4375–18UNEF 15,3 27,4 32,6 53,29 42
28 54,23 49,45 1,750–18UNS 15,3 30,9 39,6 56,46 54
Table 2 — Nominal mass for classes K, N, W, T, Z, V, D
Shell
Cable entry size code
size Classes
A B C D E F G H J K L M
code
N, T, W, Z,
15,3 15,6 16,9 17,8
V, D
38,9 39,6 48,1 50,7 K
N, T, W, Z,
18,3 19,0 19,8 20,6 22,0 23,0
V, D
46,0 48,2 50,1 52,3 62,0 65,0 K
N, T, W, Z,
22,3 22,8 23,2
...



