SIST EN 10244-6:2002
(Main)Steel wire and wire products - Non-ferrous metallic coatings on steel wire - Part 6: Copper, bronze or brass coatings
Steel wire and wire products - Non-ferrous metallic coatings on steel wire - Part 6: Copper, bronze or brass coatings
This part of this European Standard specifies the requirements for mass, other properties and testing of copper, bronze and brass coatings on steel wire and steel wire products.
Stahldraht und Drahterzeugnisse - Überzüge aus Nichteisenmetall auf Stahldraht - Teil 6: Überzüge aus Kupfer, Bronze oder Messing
Dieser Teil der Europäischen Norm legt die Anforderungen an Masse, andere Eigenschaften und Prüfung von Kupfer-, Bronze- und Messing-Überzügen auf Stahldraht und Stahldrahterzeugnissen fest.
Fils et produits tréfilés en acier - Revetements métalliques non ferreux sur fils d'acier - Partie 6: Revetements de cuivre, bronze ou laiton
Domaine d'application
La présente partie de la présente norme européenne spécifie les exigences en matière de masse, des autres caractéristiques et d'essai de revêtements de cuivre, en bronze ou en laiton sur fils en acier et produits dérivés.
Jeklena žica in žični izdelki - Neželezne kovinske prevleke na jekleni žici - 6. del: Bakrene, bronaste ali medne prevleke
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 31-Aug-2002
- Technical Committee
- IFEK - Ferrous metals
- Current Stage
- 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 01-Sep-2002
- Due Date
- 01-Sep-2002
- Completion Date
- 01-Sep-2002
Relations
- 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
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
Overview
SIST EN 10244-6:2002 is a European standard that specifies the requirements and testing methods for copper, bronze, and brass coatings applied to steel wire and steel wire products. Developed by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST) and in alignment with EN 10244-6:2001, this standard supports manufacturers and users in ensuring the consistent quality, corrosion protection, and performance of non-ferrous metallic coatings on steel wire products.
This standard is crucial for industries relying on steel wire coated with copper, bronze, or brass for enhanced durability, electrical properties, and corrosion resistance. It details minimum requirements for coating mass, physical properties, porosity, and establishes recognized test methods for product conformity.
Key Topics
- Scope and Purpose: Defines limits and properties for copper, bronze, and brass coatings on steel wire.
- Coating Mass and Composition: Establishes how to determine and specify the mass and elemental composition of coatings, including requirements for copper purity and alloying elements in bronze and brass.
- Porosity Requirements: Sets criteria and testing methods for porosity, which affects corrosion protection and coating integrity.
- Testing Methods: Physical (gravimetric) and chemical testing methods are outlined to measure coating mass and porosity, ensuring compliance with quality standards.
- Sample Preparation: Specifies requirements for sample length, cleaning, measurement, and handling during testing.
Applications
SIST EN 10244-6:2002 is widely used across industries where steel wire is coated with non-ferrous metals to achieve specific functional or aesthetic properties. Key applications include:
- Electrical Industry: Steel wire with copper, bronze, or brass coatings is frequently used for electrical cables, grounding wires, and conductors, benefiting from improved electrical conductivity and corrosion resistance.
- Construction: Used in reinforcement, fencing, fasteners, and architectural elements where a decorative appearance and protection against rust are critical.
- Automotive and Mechanical Engineering: Provides enhanced corrosion protection and surface properties required for springs, cables, and various mechanical components.
- Telecommunications: Coated wires are essential for signal transmission lines and grounding systems.
- Specialty Manufacturing: Covers uses in medical devices, musical instruments, zippers, and other consumer and industrial goods needing specific surface characteristics.
By following this standard, manufacturers can ensure their steel wire products deliver reliable long-term performance and meet market requirements for quality and safety.
Related Standards
SIST EN 10244-6:2002 belongs to a series of standards on non-ferrous metallic coatings for steel wire, and is often used alongside:
- EN 10244-1: General principles for non-ferrous metallic coatings on steel wire.
- EN 10244-2: Zinc and zinc alloy coatings.
- EN 10244-3: Aluminium coatings.
- EN 10244-4: Tin coatings.
- EN 10244-5: Nickel coatings.
Related standards in the ICS 25.220.40 (Metallic coatings) and ICS 77.140.65 (Steel wire, wire ropes, and link chains) categories may also apply depending on the application and product specification.
In summary: SIST EN 10244-6:2002 provides a reliable framework for specifying, testing, and verifying copper, bronze, and brass coatings on steel wire, supporting quality, durability, and compliance across a range of critical industrial and commercial sectors.
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Frequently Asked Questions
SIST EN 10244-6:2002 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Steel wire and wire products - Non-ferrous metallic coatings on steel wire - Part 6: Copper, bronze or brass coatings". This standard covers: This part of this European Standard specifies the requirements for mass, other properties and testing of copper, bronze and brass coatings on steel wire and steel wire products.
This part of this European Standard specifies the requirements for mass, other properties and testing of copper, bronze and brass coatings on steel wire and steel wire products.
SIST EN 10244-6:2002 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 25.220.40 - Metallic coatings; 77.140.65 - Steel wire, wire ropes and link chains. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
SIST EN 10244-6:2002 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST EN 10244-1:2009, SIST EN 10244-4:2002, SIST EN 845-1:2013+A1:2016, SIST EN 10324:2004, SIST EN 845-1:2013, SIST EN 14490:2010, SIST EN 845-3:2013+A1:2016, SIST EN 845-3:2013. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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Standards Content (Sample)
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Steel wire and wire products - Non-ferrous metallic coatings on steel wire - Part 6:
Copper, bronze or brass coatings
Stahldraht und Drahterzeugnisse - Überzüge aus Nichteisenmetall auf Stahldraht - Teil
6: Überzüge aus Kupfer, Bronze oder Messing
Fils et produits tréfilés en acier - Revetements métalliques non ferreux sur fils d'acier -
Partie 6: Revetements de cuivre, bronze ou laiton
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 10244-6:2001
ICS:
25.220.40 Kovinske prevleke Metallic coatings
77.140.65 Jeklene žice, jeklene vrvi in Steel wire, wire ropes and
verige link chains
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN 10244-6
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
March 2001
ICS 25.220.40
English version
Steel wire and wire products - Non-ferrous metallic coatings on
steel wire - Part 6: Copper, bronze or brass coatings
Fils et produits tréfilés en acier - Revêtements métalliques Stahldraht und Drahterzeugnisse - Überzüge aus
non ferreux sur fils d'acier - Partie 6: Revêtements de Nichteisenmetall auf Stahldraht - Teil 6: Überzüge aus
cuivre, bronze ou laiton Kupfer, Bronze oder Messing
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Contents
Page
Foreword .3
1 Scope.4
2 Normative reference.4
3 Terms and definitions.4
4 Requirements relating to coating.5
4.1 Material.5
4.2 Coating mass.5
4.3 General .5
4.4 Porosity .5
5 Test conditions.5
5.1 Samples.5
5.1.1 General .5
5.1.2 Length of samples.5
5.2 Determination of mass of coating .5
5.2.1 General .5
5.2.2 Gravimetric method .5
5.2.3 Use of chemical methods for determining coating mass .6
5.3 Porosity .6
5.3.1 Principle .6
5.3.2 Determination of the porosity.6
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Foreword
This European Standard has been prepared by Technical Committee ECISS/TC 30 "Steel wires", the
secretariat of which is held by BSI.
This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an
identical text or by endorsement, at the latest by September 2001, and conflicting national standards
shall be withdrawn at the latest by September 2001.
This European Standard for non-ferrous metallic coating on steel wire is made up of the following
parts:
Part 1 : General principles
Part 2 : Zinc and zinc alloy coatings
Part 3 : Aluminium coatings
Part 4 : Tin coatings
Part 5 : Nickel coatings
Part 6 : Copper, bronze and brass coatings
According to the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of the
following countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Czech
Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg,
Netherlands, Norway, Portuga
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