What is BS EN 60512-1-4 - Contact protection effectiveness of electromechanical components?
Electromechanical components are used to create a magnetic field using electrical current to influence mechanical change. BS EN 60512-1-4 is to be used when referenced by the detailed specification to test mechanical components overseen by the IEC subcommittee 48B. This test can also be done on similar devices when the detailed specification so prescribes.
The object of BS EN 60512-1-4 is to define a standard test method to verify the ability of a connector to prevent the accidental touching of its contact by the front of the mating connector. It is primarily intended to be applied to cylindrical multi-contact connectors which are required to be scoop-proof.
Who is BS EN 60512-1-4 - Contact protection effectiveness of electromechanical components for?
BS EN 60512-1-4 on contact protection effectiveness of electromechanical components is useful for:
- Manufacturers of electronic devices
- Maintenance and augmentation teams
- Companies associated with designing and installation of electronic devices
- Fault management teams
- Quality managementteams
Why should you use BS EN 60512-1-4 - Contact protection effectiveness of electromechanical components?
Electronic equipment is used in applications that rely on mechanical or electric systems for their operation. They are essential to any work on electronics systems for creating signals and capturing responses from electronic devices. There are certain specifications regarding the performance of electronic equipment.
BS EN 60512-1-4 walks you through the taste method of examining the contact protection effectiveness of electromechanical components for electronic equipment. This includes:
- Preparation of specimens
- A method including an example with cylindrical connector
- A method including free connector with male contacts coupled to a fixed connector with male contacts
- Requirements and specifications for both methods
The guidelines in BS EN 60512-1-4 help you assess the contact protection effectiveness of electromechanical components for electronic equipment so that the end-user can have a superior quality product.
