SIST EN 4708-104:2018
(Main)Aerospace series - Sleeving, heat-shrinkable, for binding, insulation and identification - Part 104: Semi-rigid polyvinylidene fluoride (PDVF) - Operating temperature - 55 °C to 175 °C - Product Standard
Aerospace series - Sleeving, heat-shrinkable, for binding, insulation and identification - Part 104: Semi-rigid polyvinylidene fluoride (PDVF) - Operating temperature - 55 °C to 175 °C - Product Standard
This European Standard specifies the required characteristics for a heat-shrinkable, semi-rigid polyvinylidene sleeving for use in aircraft electrical systems at operating temperatures between – 55 °C and 175 °C.
This sleeving is basically transparent, but may be tinted. It is semi-rigid, tough and abrasion resistant, and is suitable for use where strain relief and mechanical protection are required, or where their transparent properties are desirable.
These sleevings are normally supplied with internal diameters up to 25,4 mm for shrink ratios of 2:1.
Sizes other than those specifically listed in this European Standard may be available. These items shall be considered to comply with this European Standard if they comply with the property requirements listed in Tables 2, 3 and 4 except for dimensions and mass.
Luft- und Raumfahrt - Wärmeschrumpfender Schlauch zur Befestigung, Isolierung und Identifizierung - Teil 102: Sehr flexibler Polymer, Temperaturbereich -75°C und 150°C
Diese Europäische Norm legt die erforderlichen Eigenschaften von wärmeschrumpfenden, halbsteifen Schläuchen aus Polyvenylidenfluorid (PVDF) zur Verwendung in elektrischen Bordnetzen von Luftfahr-zeugen bei Betriebstemperaturen zwischen - 55 °C und 175 °C fest.
Diese Schläuche sind grundsätzlich transparent, dürfen aber eingefärbt sein. Sie sind halbsteif, robust sowie abriebbeständig und an Stellen geeignet, an denen eine Zugentlastung und ein mechanischer Schutz erforderlich sind oder wo ihre transparenten Eigenschaften erwünscht sind.
Diese Schläuche werden üblicherweise mit Innendurchmessern von bis zu 25,4 mm mit einem Schrumpfver-hältnis von 2:1 geliefert.
Andere Größen als diejenigen, die in dieser Europäischen Norm aufgeführt sind, können ebenfalls verfügbar sein. Diese Schläuche müssen als dieser Europäischen Norm entsprechend anerkannt werden, wenn sie den in Tabelle 2, Tabelle 3 und Tabelle 4 aufgeführten Anforderungen mit Ausnahme der Maße und Massen ent-sprechen.
Série aérospatiale - Manchons thermo rétractables, de jonction, isolement et identification - Partie 104 : Semi-rigide polyvinylidène fluoride (PVDF) - Température d'utilisation 55 °C à 175 °C - Norme de produit
Aeronavtika - Toplotno skrčljiva cev za utrjevanje, izolacijo in identifikacijo - 104. del: Poltogi poliviniliden fluorid (PVDF) - Delovna temperatura –55 °C do 175 °C - Standard za proizvod
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 14-Jan-2018
- Technical Committee
- I13 - Imaginarni 13
- Current Stage
- 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 07-Dec-2017
- Due Date
- 11-Feb-2018
- Completion Date
- 15-Jan-2018
Relations
- Effective Date
- 09-Feb-2026
- Effective Date
- 09-Feb-2026
- Refers
SIST EN 60684-1:2004 - Flexible insulating sleeving -- Part 1: Definitions and general requirements - Effective Date
- 09-Feb-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
Overview
SIST EN 4708-104:2018 is a European standard developed by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST), specifying the requirements for semi-rigid, heat-shrinkable sleeving made from polyvinylidene fluoride (PDVF) for aerospace applications. This sleeving is particularly designed for binding, insulation, and identification of aircraft electrical systems, supporting operations in temperature ranges from –55 °C to 175 °C. The product is primarily transparent, though tinted versions are permitted, and is valued for its toughness, abrasion resistance, and semi-rigid mechanical protection properties.
Key Topics
- Material and Construction: Made from semi-rigid polyvinylidene fluoride (PDVF), the sleeving offers excellent mechanical strength and abrasion resistance. The transparency of the material supports easy visual identification.
- Operating Temperature: Functional across a wide temperature range, –55 °C to 175 °C, making it ideal for severe aerospace environments.
- Heat-Shrinkable Properties: Supplied in expanded diameters up to 25.4 mm, the sleeving shrinks at a 2:1 ratio, allowing a close fit for various cable sizes and configurations within electrical systems.
- Mechanical Protection and Strain Relief: Provides reliable strain relief and mechanical protection for wires, cables, and components; minimizes risks due to vibration or movement.
- Testing and Performance: Subject to comprehensive testing as per associated standards (EN 60684 and EN ISO 846) for physical, electrical, flame-retardancy, and fluid resistance characteristics.
Applications
The heat-shrinkable PDVF sleeving outlined in SIST EN 4708-104:2018 is tailored for use in aerospace and aviation, where robust insulation and identification are essential. Typical applications include:
- Aircraft Electrical Systems:
- Insulating and bundling electrical wires to ensure protection and organizational clarity.
- Providing abrasion-resistant covers for cables running through high-stress areas.
- Strain relief at cable junctions and connectors to prevent damage from movement or vibration.
- Component Identification:
- Transparent properties allow for marking and labeling of cables, making maintenance and troubleshooting in aircraft systems more efficient.
- Mechanical Protection:
- Shields delicate wiring from mechanical wear, chemicals, and other environmental hazards commonly encountered in aerospace environments.
Related Standards
The standard references and works in alignment with several key European and international standards, ensuring broad compatibility and support for quality assurance:
- EN 4708-001: General technical specification for heat-shrinkable sleevings in aerospace.
- EN 3909: Aerospace test fluids and test methods for electrical and optical components.
- EN 60684-1 and EN 60684-2: Definitions, general requirements, and test methods for flexible insulating sleeving (aligns with IEC 60684 series).
- EN ISO 846: Methods for evaluating the action of microorganisms on plastics.
- ISO 1817: Testing the effect of liquids on vulcanized rubber.
- HD 457 S1: Standardized color designation in electrical equipment (IEC 60757).
Practical Value
Choosing sleeving in accordance with SIST EN 4708-104:2018 ensures robust, reliable insulation and identification within critical aerospace electrical systems. The standard promotes safety, durability, and easy maintenance by permitting the use of high-performance, heat-shrinkable semirigid PDVF sleeving, tested for demanding aerospace service. By adhering to recognized international testing and designation practices, this product standard helps aircraft manufacturers and maintenance providers maintain high levels of quality, traceability, and efficiency throughout the lifecycle of their electrical systems.
Keywords: heat-shrinkable sleeving, semi-rigid polyvinylidene fluoride, PDVF sleeving, aerospace insulation, aircraft electrical protection, cable bundling, European standard, SIST EN 4708-104, high-temperature sleeving, aerospace component identification.
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Frequently Asked Questions
SIST EN 4708-104:2018 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Aerospace series - Sleeving, heat-shrinkable, for binding, insulation and identification - Part 104: Semi-rigid polyvinylidene fluoride (PDVF) - Operating temperature - 55 °C to 175 °C - Product Standard". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies the required characteristics for a heat-shrinkable, semi-rigid polyvinylidene sleeving for use in aircraft electrical systems at operating temperatures between – 55 °C and 175 °C. This sleeving is basically transparent, but may be tinted. It is semi-rigid, tough and abrasion resistant, and is suitable for use where strain relief and mechanical protection are required, or where their transparent properties are desirable. These sleevings are normally supplied with internal diameters up to 25,4 mm for shrink ratios of 2:1. Sizes other than those specifically listed in this European Standard may be available. These items shall be considered to comply with this European Standard if they comply with the property requirements listed in Tables 2, 3 and 4 except for dimensions and mass.
This European Standard specifies the required characteristics for a heat-shrinkable, semi-rigid polyvinylidene sleeving for use in aircraft electrical systems at operating temperatures between – 55 °C and 175 °C. This sleeving is basically transparent, but may be tinted. It is semi-rigid, tough and abrasion resistant, and is suitable for use where strain relief and mechanical protection are required, or where their transparent properties are desirable. These sleevings are normally supplied with internal diameters up to 25,4 mm for shrink ratios of 2:1. Sizes other than those specifically listed in this European Standard may be available. These items shall be considered to comply with this European Standard if they comply with the property requirements listed in Tables 2, 3 and 4 except for dimensions and mass.
SIST EN 4708-104:2018 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 49.060 - Aerospace electric equipment and systems. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
SIST EN 4708-104:2018 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST EN 60684-2:2011, SIST HD 457 S1:2003, SIST EN 60684-1:2004, SIST EN 4708-001:2019, SIST EN 3909:2016, SIST EN ISO 846:1999. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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EN 4708-104
EUROPEAN STANDARD
NORME EUROPÉENNE
November 2017
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 49.060
English Version
Aerospace series - Sleeving, heat-shrinkable, for binding,
insulation and identification - Part 104: Semi-rigid
polyvinylidene fluoride (PDVF) - Operating temperature -
55 °C to 175 °C - Product Standard
Série aérospatiale - Manchons thermorétractables, de Luft- und Raumfahrt - Wärmeschrumpfender Schlauch
jonction, isolement et identification - Partie 104 : Semi- zur Befestigung, Isolierung und Identifizierung - Teil
rigide polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) - Température 104: Halbsteif, Polyvinylidenfluorid (PVDF) -
d'utilisation - 55 °C à 175 °C - Norme de produit Betriebstemperatur - 55 °C bis 175 °C - Produktnorm
This European Standard was approved by CEN on 18 September 2017.
CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this
European Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references
concerning such national standards may be obtained on application to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre or to any CEN
member.
This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by
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Turkey and United Kingdom.
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Contents Page
European foreword . 3
1 Scope . 4
2 Normative references . 4
3 Terms and definitions . 4
4 Required characteristics . 5
5 Quality assurance . 9
6 Designation . 10
7 Labelling and packaging . 10
8 Technical specification . 10
European foreword
This document (EN 4708-104:2017) has been prepared by the Aerospace and Defence Industries
Association of Europe - Standardization (ASD-STAN).
After enquiries and votes carried out in accordance with the rules of this Association, this European
Standard has received the approval of the National Associations and the Official Services of the member
countries of ASD, prior to its presentation to CEN.
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 May 2018, and conflicting national standards shall be
withdrawn at the latest by May 2018.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. CEN shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
According to the CEN-CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of the
following countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia,
Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, France,
Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands,
Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and
the United Kingdom.
1 Scope
This European Standard specifies the required characteristics for a heat-shrinkable, semi-rigid
polyvinylidene sleeving for use in aircraft electrical systems at operating temperatures between – 55 °C
and 175 °C.
This sleeving is basically transparent, but may be tinted. It is semi-rigid, tough and abrasion resistant,
and is suitable for use where strain relief and mechanical protection are required, or where their
transparent properties are desirable.
These sleevings are normally supplied with internal diameters up to 25,4 mm for shrink ratios of 2:1.
Sizes other than those specifically listed in this European Standard may be available. These items shall be
considered to comply with this European Standard if they comply with the property requirements listed
in Tables 2, 3 and 4 except for dimensions and mass.
2 Normative references
The following documents, in whole or in part, are normatively referenced in this document and are
indispensable for its application. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated
references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
EN 3909, Aerospace series — Test fluids and test methods for electrical and optical components and sub-
assemblies
EN 4708-001, Aerospace series — Sleeving, heat-shrinkable, for binding, insulation and identification —
Part 001: Technical specification
EN 60684-1:2003, Flexible insulating sleeving — Part 1: Definitions and general requirement
(IEC 60684-1:2003)
EN 60684-2:2011, Flexible insulating sleeving — Part 2: Methods of test (IEC 60684-2:2011)
EN ISO 846:1997, Plastics — Evaluation of the action of microorganisms (ISO 846:1997)
HD 457 S1:1985, Code for designation of colours (IEC 60757:1983)
ISO 1817:2005, R
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