Aircraft Use Mark

The first certification mark of its kind in the industry, the TÜV Mark for aircraft use provides certification that specifically indicates that a product has been evaluated and tested for use in the critical aircraft environment. The TÜV Mark also demonstrates that a product has been rigorously tested and approved by TÜV Product Service, a globally recognized and trusted independent third-party testing and certification organization.

About the TÜV Mark for Aircraft Use
The unique TÜV Mark displays an "S" pictogram with the statements "Safety tested" and "Production monitored," meaning that the product (including its performance) has passed a comprehensive review and testing scheme certifying that the product is state of the art, and that the production plant is regularly monitored.

In addition, the TÜV Mark contains the phrase "For aircraft use" which demonstrates that the product has been subjected to specific evaluation and testing schemes to verify the safety of the product for use in an aircraft environment.

To receive the TÜV Mark for aircraft use, a product is first reviewed in order to develop a comprehensive testing plan. Dependent upon the product type and intended use, a product is subjected to comprehensive testing and evaluation requirements for Electromagnetic Compatibility, Electrical Safety, Functional Safety, and Ruggedness/Robustness of design. In addition, "Failure Mode Effects Analysis", the same process used for evaluating safety critical components, is employed as part of the certification requirements. The test levels for unsafe conditions are in some cases as high as those for cockpit avionics. The safety testing/evaluation criteria can include: no fluctuation in output voltage; no smoke, fumes, or flames; internal and external temperature limits; cord lengths and connector construction; case mechanical strength and crush resistance; fluid, dust, foreign object (paper clips, etc.) susceptibility; and more.

Benefits of the TÜV Mark for Aircraft Use
The TÜV Mark provides many benefits, most notably the differentiation of a product used in the critical aircraft environment from the competition, with a visible certification mark identifying that the product has been rigorously tested and certified.

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