What is BS EN IEC 60309‑5 on Plugs, socket-outlets, and couplers about?
BS EN IEC 60309‑5 is the fifth part of an international multi-series standard that focuses on specifications for plugs, socket-outlets, and couplers for industrial purposes.
BS EN IEC 60309‑5 applies to a single type of plug, socket-outlet, ship connector and ship inlet, hereinafter referred to as accessories, intended to connect ships to dedicated shore supply systems described in IEC/IEEE 80005-3. This part of IEC 60309 applies to three-phase accessories with an earth contact and with four pilot contacts.
Note 1: These accessories have a maximum rated current of 350 A and a maximum rated operating voltage not exceeding 690 V 50/60 Hz.
Note 2: BS EN IEC 60309‑5 applies to accessories for primary use outdoors in a seawater environment when the ambient temperature is normally within the range of −25 °C to +40 °C.
Note 3: Socket-outlets or ship inlets incorporated in or fixed to electrical equipment which is part of the shore connection system are within the scope of BS EN IEC 60309‑5.
Note 4: In locations where special conditions prevail, for example where explosions are liable to occur, additional requirements may be necessary.
Who is BS EN IEC 60309‑5 on Plugs, socket-outlets, and couplers for?
BS EN IEC 60309‑5 on Plugs, socket-outlets, and couplers is useful for:
- Manufacturers and suppliers of plugs, socket-outlets, and couplers
- Designers of plugs, socket-outlets, and couplers
- Test providers for low-voltage shore connection systems
