ISO 10296-1992 PDF

Full title and description

ISO 10296:1992 — Aircraft — Hybrid remote power controllers — General requirements. Specifies general design, performance, material and test requirements for hybrid remote power controllers (combined electromagnetic and/or solid‑state switching devices with solid‑state control circuitry) intended for use on aircraft to switch loads and provide overload/short‑circuit protection for wiring and equipment.

Abstract

This International Standard defines the general characteristics, design and functional requirements, environmental and qualification test procedures, and marking/identification expectations for hybrid remote power controllers used in aerospace applications. It covers materials, electrical ratings, terminal strength requirements, lifecycle/shelf‑life considerations and procedures for verifying reliable operation under defined environmental and mechanical conditions.

General information

• Status: Published (International Standard; confirmed following periodic review)
• Publication date: 23 July 1992 (Edition 1, 1992)
• Publisher: International Organization for Standardization (ISO)
• ICS / categories: 49.060 — Aerospace electric equipment and systems
• Edition / version: Edition 1 (1992)
• Number of pages: 11

Scope

ISO 10296:1992 applies to hybrid remote power controllers intended for aircraft electrical systems. The standard covers devices consisting of an electromagnetic device or a combined electromagnetic/solid‑state device for load switching, together with a solid‑state control circuit that governs the switching device. It addresses requirements needed to ensure safe opening/closing of circuits, protection against overloads and short circuits, material selection to avoid contamination or harmful off‑gassing, and qualification test sequences suitable for aerospace use. It is not a detailed performance specification for a particular product family but a set of general requirements and test methods to which products should conform.

Key topics and requirements

• General design and functional performance requirements for hybrid remote power controllers.
• Materials and construction rules (non‑combustible materials, limits on noxious off‑gassing and contamination).
• Electrical ratings and operational characteristics (current/voltage ratings, switching behaviour, protection functions).
• Mechanical requirements including terminal strength (pull and torque values for threaded terminals) and mounting.
• Environmental conditions and test procedures (temperature, vibration, shock, humidity, corrosion, EMI/EMC considerations where applicable).
• Qualification and acceptance tests, including lifecycle and shelf‑life considerations (design life expectations and verification testing).
• Identification, marking, documentation and information to be supplied with the product.

Typical use and users

Used by aerospace manufacturers, aircraft systems/subsystem designers, avionics and power‑distribution component suppliers, integrators, test houses and regulatory/airworthiness bodies. Typical applications include aircraft electrical power distribution and protection systems where reliable remote switching and overload/short‑circuit protection are required.

Related standards

Commonly referenced and related standards include other ISO aerospace electrical equipment standards from ISO/TC 20/SC 1 (for example standards addressing solid‑state remote power controllers, high‑power solid‑state power controllers and related electrical system component requirements), national equivalents/adoptions of ISO 10296, and complementary standards covering electrical connector and terminal requirements, environmental testing, and system‑level electrical safety/qualification practices.

Keywords

hybrid remote power controller, aircraft, contactor, circuit breaker, solid‑state control, electromagnetic switch, aerospace electrical, qualification tests, terminal strength, environmental testing, ISO 10296

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: ISO 10296:1992 is an International Standard that specifies general requirements and test procedures for hybrid remote power controllers used on aircraft (combined electromagnetic and/or solid‑state switching devices with solid‑state control circuits).

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers design and performance requirements, materials, electrical and mechanical characteristics (including terminal strength), environmental and qualification tests, marking and documentation necessary to demonstrate suitability for aircraft applications.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Aerospace OEMs, avionic and power component manufacturers, test laboratories, maintenance/repair organizations and certification authorities use the standard to specify, design, test and evaluate hybrid remote power controllers for aircraft electrical systems.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: The original publication date is 23 July 1992 (Edition 1). The standard has been subject to periodic ISO review and is published/confirmed in ISO’s system. Users should verify the current status with their national standards body or ISO if they need the absolute latest confirmation or any national/adopted editions.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: It sits within the body of ISO aerospace electrical equipment standards developed by ISO/TC 20/SC 1 and is typically used alongside other ISO standards covering solid‑state controllers, high‑power controllers and related electrical system component standards.

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: hybrid remote power controller, aircraft contactor, solid‑state control, electromagnetic switch, qualification testing, aerospace electrical systems, ISO 10296