What is BS EN 60512-16-2 - Assessing the restricted entry of connectors about? 
Electrical connectors are used to join electrical conductors to create an electrical circuit. 
BS EN 60512-16-2, when required by the detail specification, is used for testing connectors within the scope of technical committee 48. It may also be used for similar devices when specified in a detailed specification.
The object of BS EN 60512-16-2 is to detail a standard test method to assess the effectiveness of the means by which an oversize male contact, or other similar objects, is prevented from entering the equivalent female contact.
Note: Although this test is particularly applicable to cylindrical contacts, the use for contacts with other geometries is not excluded. In which case, the detail specification should contain sufficient detail, given under 5.e), to enable the test to be done.
Who is BS EN 60512-16-2 - Assessing the restricted entry of connectors for? 
BS EN 60512-16-2 on assessing the restricted entry of connectors is useful for: 
- Manufacturers of electronic devices 
- Maintenance and augmentation teams  
- Companies associated with designing and installation of electronic devices 
- Fault management teams
- Quality management teams
Why should you use BS EN 60512-16-2 - Assessing the restricted entry of connectors?
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 60512-16-2 walks you through the test method of measuring the restricted entry of connectors for electronic equipment. This includes:
- Preparation of specimen
- Equipment
- Pre-conditioning
- Mounting
- Procedure
- Measurements and requirements before, during and after testing
The guidelines in BS EN 60512-16-2 help you assess the restricted entry of connectors for electronic equipment that enable you to provide a superior quality product to your customers.
