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stock availability
Yes, we hold many standard parts in stock along with our principals holding many of their items in reserve for our immediate use.
Due to our vast range, we do offer many items that may be subject to an appropriate lead time for the construction & testing, if not available from our stock reserves.
Due to our vast range, we do offer many items that may be subject to an appropriate lead time for the construction & testing, if not available from our stock reserves.
conditions of sale
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Quality Related Enquiries
quality registration details
QUALITY APPROVAL: BS EN ISO 9001: 2015
CERTIFICATION BODY: BSI MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS
DATE OF REGISTRATION: 20/01/1993
CONVERSION TO 9001: 2008: 29/05/2009
CONVERSION TO 9001: 2015: 29/05/2017
LATEST REVISION DATE: 2018/05/14
DATE OF LAST ISSUE: 29/05/2018
DATE OF EXPIRATION: 28/05/2021
SCOPE OF REGISTRATION: Manufacture, procurement, configuration and supply of RF microwave components, systems and measuring instruments: fibreoptic components, systems and measuring instruments; digital and telecommunications measuring instruments; special to type and general purpose test equipment; security and surveillance equipment. Including the maintenance, repair and quality management system for the associated recalibration service.
Marketing and supply of RF and microwave components.
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE CONTRACTOR: Aspen Electronics Limited is an approved Ministry Of Defence Contractor. The Company's Registration Number is 1CRAO2.
PERSON RESPONSIBLE FOR QUALITY: Stephen Kirchin, General Manager.
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CERTIFICATION BODY: BSI MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS
DATE OF REGISTRATION: 20/01/1993
CONVERSION TO 9001: 2008: 29/05/2009
CONVERSION TO 9001: 2015: 29/05/2017
LATEST REVISION DATE: 2018/05/14
DATE OF LAST ISSUE: 29/05/2018
DATE OF EXPIRATION: 28/05/2021
SCOPE OF REGISTRATION: Manufacture, procurement, configuration and supply of RF microwave components, systems and measuring instruments: fibreoptic components, systems and measuring instruments; digital and telecommunications measuring instruments; special to type and general purpose test equipment; security and surveillance equipment. Including the maintenance, repair and quality management system for the associated recalibration service.
Marketing and supply of RF and microwave components.
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE CONTRACTOR: Aspen Electronics Limited is an approved Ministry Of Defence Contractor. The Company's Registration Number is 1CRAO2.
PERSON RESPONSIBLE FOR QUALITY: Stephen Kirchin, General Manager.
Please Click Here to view our certificate of registration.
Please Click Here to download a pdf copy of our Quality Assurance Manual.
Beryllium Oxide information
A number of components and products supplied by Aspen Electronics Ltd contain Beryllium Oxide. This material, whilst widely used within the electronics industry, is known to be, in some circumstances, toxic.
Components and products supplied by Aspen that contain Beryllium Oxide include, but are not limited to, Chip, Flange and Coaxial Attenuators and Terminations along with Coaxial Attenuators and Terminations manufactured by Bird Technologies Inc.
General Information & Physical Data
Name: Beryllium Oxide
Other Names: Beryllia Oxide
Molecular Formula: BeO
CAS No: 1304-56-9
EINECS No: 215-133-1
Appearance: Solid
Boiling Point: 3900°C
Density (g/cm³): 3.01
Stability
Stable.
Toxicology
Extremely toxic by inhalation and ingestion. Typical LD50s for Beryllium compounds are between 0.5 and 5mg/kg. Probably human carcinogen. Serious respiratory irritant. May be harmful by skin contact.
Packaging
Components made using Beryllium Oxide should be packaged in such a way as to protect the individual components from damage. Packaging should be transparent to enable potential handlers to determine the physical status before potential exposure. Products containing components made using Beryllium Oxide may be packed in normal commercial packaging.
Labelling
All components and products made from or containing Beryllium Oxide shall carry an appropriate warning label. Where size does not permit such a label to be affixed, the label shall be affixed to the packaging.
Handing Components made using Beryllium Oxide
Handle only under controlled conditions. Avoid breathing dust or powder. Use safety glasses, gloves and good ventilation. Under no circumstances should components be sanded, scraped, drilled, machined or tampered with in any way. Products containing components made using Beryllium Oxide are intrinsically safe. However, such components should not be tampered with in any way. In particular they should not be disassembled, machined, sawn, cut, crushed or incinerated.
Disposal
Products made from or containing Beryllium Oxide constitute Hazardous Waste and should be disposed of accordingly. These products must not be thrown away with general industrial or domestic waste. Do not crush or incinerate.
All other commonly quoted parameters are not applicable.
The information provided here is purely to give customers general information regarding a potentially toxic substance. In no way do Aspen Electronics Ltd take responsibility for its use, misuse or accuracy. Knowledge of BeO and related legislation is constantly changing. As such, all customers should seek the appropriate advice from their Health and Safety officer to ensure they comply with the latest procedures and legislation.
We recommend that all UK customers obtain and read the appropriate Health & Safety Executive Leaflet.
Components and products supplied by Aspen that contain Beryllium Oxide include, but are not limited to, Chip, Flange and Coaxial Attenuators and Terminations along with Coaxial Attenuators and Terminations manufactured by Bird Technologies Inc.
General Information & Physical Data
Name: Beryllium Oxide
Other Names: Beryllia Oxide
Molecular Formula: BeO
CAS No: 1304-56-9
EINECS No: 215-133-1
Appearance: Solid
Boiling Point: 3900°C
Density (g/cm³): 3.01
Stability
Stable.
Toxicology
Extremely toxic by inhalation and ingestion. Typical LD50s for Beryllium compounds are between 0.5 and 5mg/kg. Probably human carcinogen. Serious respiratory irritant. May be harmful by skin contact.
Packaging
Components made using Beryllium Oxide should be packaged in such a way as to protect the individual components from damage. Packaging should be transparent to enable potential handlers to determine the physical status before potential exposure. Products containing components made using Beryllium Oxide may be packed in normal commercial packaging.
Labelling
All components and products made from or containing Beryllium Oxide shall carry an appropriate warning label. Where size does not permit such a label to be affixed, the label shall be affixed to the packaging.
Handing Components made using Beryllium Oxide
Handle only under controlled conditions. Avoid breathing dust or powder. Use safety glasses, gloves and good ventilation. Under no circumstances should components be sanded, scraped, drilled, machined or tampered with in any way. Products containing components made using Beryllium Oxide are intrinsically safe. However, such components should not be tampered with in any way. In particular they should not be disassembled, machined, sawn, cut, crushed or incinerated.
Disposal
Products made from or containing Beryllium Oxide constitute Hazardous Waste and should be disposed of accordingly. These products must not be thrown away with general industrial or domestic waste. Do not crush or incinerate.
All other commonly quoted parameters are not applicable.
The information provided here is purely to give customers general information regarding a potentially toxic substance. In no way do Aspen Electronics Ltd take responsibility for its use, misuse or accuracy. Knowledge of BeO and related legislation is constantly changing. As such, all customers should seek the appropriate advice from their Health and Safety officer to ensure they comply with the latest procedures and legislation.
We recommend that all UK customers obtain and read the appropriate Health & Safety Executive Leaflet.
conflict MINERALS statement
Aspen Electronics recognises our position in the supply chain and the requirements of our customers to provide information in order to comply with the Dodd-Frank act.
Aspen are distributors of a wide portfolio of electronic equipment and components and do not manufacture equipment or components in their own right.
We currently represent in excess of 70 suppliers of electronic equipment and components. In considering the potential for these products to contain those minerals defined in the Dodd-Frank act, we have contacted all our suppliers to ensure they are aware of the requirements of the act, and in turn they have confirmed that they do not knowingly use conflict minerals in the manufacture of their products.
In considering recent developments in the administration of the requirements of the act, our current position is to confirm that our suppliers have advised us that they do not knowingly use any conflict minerals in their products. However, to date, none of our suppliers have provided a clear supply chain audit trail from component manufacturer back to the mineral smelter.
The majority of suppliers are taking advantage of the transition period which ends in 2016 for smaller companies, declaring “DRC conflict undeterminable”.
Therefore, for the time being, this is our statement on the subject of conflict minerals.
Aspen are distributors of a wide portfolio of electronic equipment and components and do not manufacture equipment or components in their own right.
We currently represent in excess of 70 suppliers of electronic equipment and components. In considering the potential for these products to contain those minerals defined in the Dodd-Frank act, we have contacted all our suppliers to ensure they are aware of the requirements of the act, and in turn they have confirmed that they do not knowingly use conflict minerals in the manufacture of their products.
In considering recent developments in the administration of the requirements of the act, our current position is to confirm that our suppliers have advised us that they do not knowingly use any conflict minerals in their products. However, to date, none of our suppliers have provided a clear supply chain audit trail from component manufacturer back to the mineral smelter.
The majority of suppliers are taking advantage of the transition period which ends in 2016 for smaller companies, declaring “DRC conflict undeterminable”.
Therefore, for the time being, this is our statement on the subject of conflict minerals.
EXPORT COntrol
A significant number of Aspen's suppliers are based in the U.S.A and are therefore subject to export control legislation. All products exported from the U.S.A. are subject to the U.S. Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) Department of Commerce Export Administration Regulations (EAR). In addition, some products may be subject to U.S. Department of State International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
Whilst the majority of products manufactured by our Principals are classified EAR99 – No Licence Required, S.A. we still have duty to confirm that these products are not being supplied to a restricted Country, Specified end user, or restricted end use. As such we will typically require a statement confirming the end user / end use.
If you are purchasing a product from Aspen that has been exported from the U.S.A. and imported into the U.K. under the Department of Commerce regulations, re-export out of the U.K. must comply with Department of Commerce regulations.
When considering the Department of State, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), the key elements of the regulations that relates to products sold by Aspen Electronics Ltd are as follows:-
Firstly, if any of our customers end products are listed in the "Munitions List", that is Part 121 of the ITAR regulations, typically but not limited to Category XI - Military Electronics, the key element of the regulations is the phrase "...specifically designed or modified for use with...". Therefore, if your end product is classified as "Military Electronics" and the product you require is designed or modified to meet your specification, then in all probability these products will require an ITAR licence.
Taking the above into account, it is therefore vital that customers advise us of the end use and end user at the earliest opportunity to ensure we can advise on any export controls that may be applicable to products requested.
Whilst the majority of products manufactured by our Principals are classified EAR99 – No Licence Required, S.A. we still have duty to confirm that these products are not being supplied to a restricted Country, Specified end user, or restricted end use. As such we will typically require a statement confirming the end user / end use.
If you are purchasing a product from Aspen that has been exported from the U.S.A. and imported into the U.K. under the Department of Commerce regulations, re-export out of the U.K. must comply with Department of Commerce regulations.
When considering the Department of State, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), the key elements of the regulations that relates to products sold by Aspen Electronics Ltd are as follows:-
Firstly, if any of our customers end products are listed in the "Munitions List", that is Part 121 of the ITAR regulations, typically but not limited to Category XI - Military Electronics, the key element of the regulations is the phrase "...specifically designed or modified for use with...". Therefore, if your end product is classified as "Military Electronics" and the product you require is designed or modified to meet your specification, then in all probability these products will require an ITAR licence.
Taking the above into account, it is therefore vital that customers advise us of the end use and end user at the earliest opportunity to ensure we can advise on any export controls that may be applicable to products requested.
RoHS Compliance
Aspen is aware of and supports the European Union’s RoHS2 Directive 2011/65/EU. As a distributor, Aspen is able to provide information and documentation made available to us by the manufacturers regarding the material content of the products we sell or the manufacturing processes used in their production. As of January 1, 2013, products listed by Aspen as RoHS Compliant are compliant with the RoHS2 2011/65/EU Directive, to the best of our knowledge. RoHS status information supplied by Aspen is based solely on information provided to us by the manufacturer and as such, Aspen are not responsible for the accuracy of this information.
Aspen distributes a very wide variety of products, including RoHS Compliant and RoHS Non-Compliant products. Customers must take an active role in understanding environmental compliance of products and selecting products accordingly. Aspen can display, when requested, RoHS compliance on sales quotations, orders and invoices.
RoHS Compliant - These parts are compliant with the RoHS2 2011/65/EU Directive – including parts that are compliant under an exemption as part of the directive.
RoHS Non-Compliant - These parts are not compliant with the RoHS2 2011/65/EU Directive.
RoHS BYEX & RoHS N/A - These parts are not subject to the RoHS directive as they fall outside of the scope.
NOTE: For certain military applications, we understand that customers may not wish to use RoHS compliant components, due to the possibility of tin whiskers. In these cases, we are happy to discuss your individual requirements and source RoSH non-compliant components.
For additional information regarding the RoHS2 Directive, please see European Commission website.
Aspen distributes a very wide variety of products, including RoHS Compliant and RoHS Non-Compliant products. Customers must take an active role in understanding environmental compliance of products and selecting products accordingly. Aspen can display, when requested, RoHS compliance on sales quotations, orders and invoices.
RoHS Compliant - These parts are compliant with the RoHS2 2011/65/EU Directive – including parts that are compliant under an exemption as part of the directive.
RoHS Non-Compliant - These parts are not compliant with the RoHS2 2011/65/EU Directive.
RoHS BYEX & RoHS N/A - These parts are not subject to the RoHS directive as they fall outside of the scope.
NOTE: For certain military applications, we understand that customers may not wish to use RoHS compliant components, due to the possibility of tin whiskers. In these cases, we are happy to discuss your individual requirements and source RoSH non-compliant components.
For additional information regarding the RoHS2 Directive, please see European Commission website.
Weee Directive
WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) refers to the EU Directive 2002/96/EC of January 27, 2003 regarding waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). "The purpose of this directive is, as a first priority, the prevention of Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE), and in addition, the reuse, recycling and other forms of recovery of such wastes so as to reduce the disposal of waste."
Aspen Electronics Ltd is fully compliant with regard to the WEEE Directive. Our registration number is WEE/FH0061TU.
Aspen Electronics Ltd is fully compliant with regard to the WEEE Directive. Our registration number is WEE/FH0061TU.
reach statement
Aspen understands and supports the European Union’s REACH Regulation (EC No 1907/2006). As a distributor, Aspen can provide information and documentation made available to us by our manufacturers regarding the material content of the products we sell or the manufacturing processes used to make these products.
Aspen distributes a very wide selection of products, and not all the products we sell have a REACH status at this time. We are actively surveying our suppliers to gain awareness of their compliance with the REACH Regulation. REACH status information supplied by Aspen is based solely on information provided to us by our manufacturers. Aspen is not responsible for the accuracy of this information. Customers must take an active role in understanding environmental compliance of products and select products accordingly.
REACH Unaffected - The product and its packaging does not contain any substances of very high concern (SVHCs) as identified by the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA).
REACH Affected - The product does contain a substance of very high concern (SVHC) as identified by the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) and may require consideration prior to ordering this part.
N/A REACH - The product has not yet been classed for REACH status.
For additional information regarding the REACH Regulation, please see ECHA Website.
Aspen distributes a very wide selection of products, and not all the products we sell have a REACH status at this time. We are actively surveying our suppliers to gain awareness of their compliance with the REACH Regulation. REACH status information supplied by Aspen is based solely on information provided to us by our manufacturers. Aspen is not responsible for the accuracy of this information. Customers must take an active role in understanding environmental compliance of products and select products accordingly.
REACH Unaffected - The product and its packaging does not contain any substances of very high concern (SVHCs) as identified by the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA).
REACH Affected - The product does contain a substance of very high concern (SVHC) as identified by the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) and may require consideration prior to ordering this part.
N/A REACH - The product has not yet been classed for REACH status.
For additional information regarding the REACH Regulation, please see ECHA Website.
environmental policy
Aspen Electronics Ltd is primarily a sales organisation. Taking this into account our impact on the environment is minimal.
Our Policy & Aims
Hazardous Materials
Having audited our processes we are able to make the following statements regarding the Company's environmentally sensitive output.
Non-Hazardous Materials
Hazardous Materials
Our Policy & Aims
- The Company shall do all that is practicably possible to ensure our activities have the minimum impact on the environment. By this we mean that we will operate to a standard that we feel is "one step" better than industry practice.
- We shall encourage all employees to be environmentally aware and have introduced procedures that ensure their work has the minimum impact on the environment.
- We shall regularly audit our environmentally sensitive output, not only to ensure it meets the requirements of current legislation, but to minimise the impact on the environment.
- All employees shall be adequately trained to ensure they comply with the Company procedures. Training needs are regularly reviewed, and training records are kept.
Hazardous Materials
Having audited our processes we are able to make the following statements regarding the Company's environmentally sensitive output.
Non-Hazardous Materials
- Cardboard Packaging - Reused by the Company, or recycled.
- Waste newspapers, magazines, catalogues etc. - recycled.
- Secure wastepaper disposal - Recycled.
- Ink-jet & laser printer cartridges etc. - recycled.
- Aluminium foil - recycled.
Hazardous Materials
- BeO components - Disposed of using a specialist disposal company.
- Batteries, including Alkaline, NiCad, NiMH and Lion and Lead-Acid - Disposed of at New Years Green Amenity Site.
- Used Bird load cooling oil - Disposed of using a specialist disposal company.
- Used cleaning fluid - Disposed of using a specialist disposal company.
counterfeit product statement
Aspen purchases products only through trusted Manufacturers and Suppliers, thereby ensuring that products are new, authentic, and fully warrantable. Aspen does not purchase any products from non approved sources and does not purchase refurbished products for re-sale, other than from the original equipment manufacturer and on the basis that the customer is fully aware that they are purchasing refurbished equipment. All products are supplied with an Aspen Certificate of Conformance. A Manufacturer's Certificate of Conformance can also be provided upon request.
Authorised manufacturers and suppliers are continually assessed to ensure we always bring our customers the best possible quality products available on the market.
Authorised manufacturers and suppliers are continually assessed to ensure we always bring our customers the best possible quality products available on the market.
BRIBERY, corruption & anti slavery statement
This statement is made pursuant to Section 54 of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and sets out the steps Aspen has taken to try and eliminate slavery and human-trafficking from our supply chains and any other part of our business.
Aspen has an Anti-Slavery and Human Trafficking Policy, which sets out our zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and our commitment to acting ethically in our business dealings and relationships.
We take reasonable and practical steps, to ensure that our standards are being implemented throughout our businesses and that our suppliers also comply with local legislation and regulations are complied with. We will assess any instances of non-compliance on a case by case basis and will then take remedial action appropriately. We will only trade with those who comply with our policy or those who are taking verifiable steps towards compliance.
This statement enforces Aspen's desire to ensure that we achieve the highest standards in our supply chain, as expected by our customers and the companies with which we work.
Aspen has an Anti-Slavery and Human Trafficking Policy, which sets out our zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and our commitment to acting ethically in our business dealings and relationships.
We take reasonable and practical steps, to ensure that our standards are being implemented throughout our businesses and that our suppliers also comply with local legislation and regulations are complied with. We will assess any instances of non-compliance on a case by case basis and will then take remedial action appropriately. We will only trade with those who comply with our policy or those who are taking verifiable steps towards compliance.
This statement enforces Aspen's desire to ensure that we achieve the highest standards in our supply chain, as expected by our customers and the companies with which we work.
returns policy (inc. freight damage)
Please see our general Conditions of Sale and our Calibration Conditions of Sale for information on our Returns Policy.
If you receive any merchandise that has been damaged in transit, it is important to keep the shipping carton/packaging material and parts intact. Please Contact Us immediately to initiate further investigations.
If you receive any merchandise that has been damaged in transit, it is important to keep the shipping carton/packaging material and parts intact. Please Contact Us immediately to initiate further investigations.
DATA PROTECTION ACT
Aspen Electronics is fully committed to complying with the requirements of the Data Protection Act 1998. Aspen therefore follows procedures which aim to ensure that all Aspen Electronics employees (collectively known as data users) who have access to any data held by or on behalf of Aspen Electronics are fully aware of and abide by their duties under the Data Protection Act 1998.
gdpr
Aspen is primarily a Business to Business operator selling to SME’s, Limited Companies, PLCs, Government Organisations, and other similarly structured entities. Aspen complies with the current guidelines for business to business marketing, as set out by the Information Commissioners Office (ICO).
All Aspen marketing material has the “opt out” feature at the bottom to ensure that anyone can opt out if they do not wish to receive ongoing marketing communication from us. Alternatively, you can email us and we will ensure you are removed from our marketing database.
All Aspen marketing material has the “opt out” feature at the bottom to ensure that anyone can opt out if they do not wish to receive ongoing marketing communication from us. Alternatively, you can email us and we will ensure you are removed from our marketing database.