EN 60512-4-3:2002
(Main)Connectors for electronic equipment - Tests and measurements - Part 4-3: Voltage stress tests - Test 4c: Voltage proof of pre-insulated crimp barrels
Connectors for electronic equipment - Tests and measurements - Part 4-3: Voltage stress tests - Test 4c: Voltage proof of pre-insulated crimp barrels
Details a standard method to determine the ability of pre-insulated crimp barrels to withstand the crimp operation without damage to the insulation.
Steckverbinder für elektronische Einrichtungen - Mess- und Prüfverfahren - Teil 4-3: Prüfungen mit Spannungsbeanspruchung - Prüfung 4c: Spannungsfestigkeit vorisolierter Crimphülsen
Connecteurs pour équipements électroniques - Essais et mesures - Partie 4-3: Essais de contrainte diélectrique - Essai 4c: Tension de tenue pour fûts préisolés de sertissage
Définit une méthode normalisée pour déterminer l'aptitude des fûts préisolés à supporter l'opération de sertissage sans dommage pour l'isolant.
Connectors for electronic equipment - Tests and measurements - Part 4-3: Voltage stress tests - Test 4c: Voltage proof of pre-insulated crimp barrels (IEC 60512-4-3:2002)
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 18-Apr-2002
- Withdrawal Date
- 31-Mar-2005
- Technical Committee
- CLC/SR 48B - Connectors
- Drafting Committee
- IEC/SC 48B - IEC_SC_48B
- Parallel Committee
- IEC/SC 48B - IEC_SC_48B
- Current Stage
- 6060 - Document made available - Publishing
- Start Date
- 19-Apr-2002
- Completion Date
- 19-Apr-2002
Relations
- Effective Date
- 03-Feb-2026
- Effective Date
- 03-Feb-2026
Overview
The EN 60512-4-3:2002 standard, titled Connectors for electronic equipment - Tests and measurements - Part 4-3: Voltage stress tests - Test 4c: Voltage proof of pre-insulated crimp barrels, is established by the European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization (CLC) to ensure the quality and reliability of pre-insulated crimp barrels used in electronic connectors. This standard details a testing method to verify the ability of these crimp barrels to withstand the mechanical stress of the crimping process without damage to their insulation, safeguarding electrical performance and safety in electronic equipment.
Key Topics
Scope and Purpose
The primary goal of EN 60512-4-3 is to assess the voltage-proof resilience of pre-insulated crimp barrels after crimping. This test guarantees that the insulation remains intact during and after the crimp operation, which is crucial for preventing electrical breakdowns.Specimen Preparation
Specimens consist of a crimp contact or terminal end with a pre-insulated crimp barrel attached to the appropriate cable or wire. The cable is stripped and crimped per detail specification guidelines. The conductive parts are sealed (e.g., with beeswax) to isolate the test area while leaving the deformed contact zones exposed for testing.Test Procedure
The prepared specimen is immersed in a 5% aqueous sodium chloride solution covering crimp indentations but not the open end. Voltage is applied between the specimen and a nearby electrode submerged within 50 mm. The voltage rises steadily at no more than 500 V/s until reaching the specified proof voltage, held constant for 60 seconds ± 5 seconds.Acceptance Criteria
The test is considered passed if no electrical breakdown occurs during the voltage application, indicating insulation integrity.Specification Requirements
When invoked, the related detail specification must define:- Specimen preparation procedures
- Cable or wire type
- Crimping tool type and die setting
- Proof voltage value
- Any departures from the standard test method
Applications
EN 60512-4-3 is critical for manufacturers and quality control engineers working with:
- Electronic equipment connectors: Ensuring connector safety and durability by verifying insulation after crimping.
- Pre-insulated crimp barrels: Commonly used in industrial electronics, automotive wiring harnesses, and consumer devices, where reliable electrical isolation is essential.
- Connector testing laboratories: Providing a standardized test protocol to guarantee compliance with international safety and performance requirements.
- Component design and specification: Assisting engineers in specifying requirements for crimp connections within electromechanical assemblies to avoid failure due to insulation breakdown.
By confirming the voltage proof performance, this standard helps reduce failure risks caused by insulation damage, improving overall connector reliability and safety in electronic systems.
Related Standards
EN 60512-4-3 is part of a comprehensive series on connectors for electronic equipment covering various test methods, including mechanical, environmental, and electrical performance tests. Related standards include:
- EN 60512-2: Former edition covering voltage stress tests, replaced by parts including EN 60512-4-3 for specific testing detail improvements.
- IEC 60512 series: The international equivalent providing global harmonization of connector test methods.
- IEC 60352-2: Relates to crimped connections but focuses on mechanical strength and reliability aspects.
- ISO/IEC Directives: Governing preparation and publication of standards, ensuring consistency and global acceptance.
Adopting EN 60512-4-3 alongside related standards ensures a holistic approach to testing electrical connectors, especially the critical pre-insulated crimp barrels that must maintain insulation integrity under operational voltage stresses.
Keywords: EN 60512-4-3, pre-insulated crimp barrels, voltage proof test, crimping insulation test, connector testing, electronic equipment connectors, voltage stress tests, crimp contact, electrical insulation, electromechanical components, connector standards.
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 60512-4-3:2002 is a standard published by CLC. Its full title is "Connectors for electronic equipment - Tests and measurements - Part 4-3: Voltage stress tests - Test 4c: Voltage proof of pre-insulated crimp barrels". This standard covers: Details a standard method to determine the ability of pre-insulated crimp barrels to withstand the crimp operation without damage to the insulation.
Details a standard method to determine the ability of pre-insulated crimp barrels to withstand the crimp operation without damage to the insulation.
EN 60512-4-3:2002 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 31.220.10 - Plug-and-socket devices. Connectors. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 60512-4-3:2002 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 60512-19-1:2010, EN IEC 60352-2:2024. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN 60512-4-3:2002 is available in PDF format for immediate download after purchase. The document can be added to your cart and obtained through the secure checkout process. Digital delivery ensures instant access to the complete standard document.
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SLOVENSKI SIST EN 60512-4-3:2003
STANDARD
oktober 2003
Connectors for electronic equipment - Tests and measurements - Part 4-3: Voltage
stress tests - Test 4c: Voltage proof of pre-insulated crimp barrels (IEC 60512-4-
3:2002)
ICS 31.220.10 Referenčna številka
© Standard je založil in izdal Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje ali kopiranje celote ali delov tega dokumenta ni dovoljeno
EUROPEAN STANDARD EN 60512-4-3
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM April 2002
ICS 31.220.10
English version
Connectors for electronic equipment -
Tests and measurements
Part 4-3: Voltage stress tests -
Test 4c: Voltage proof of pre-insulated crimp barrels
(IEC 60512-4-3:2002)
Connecteurs pour équipements Steckverbinder für elektronische
électroniques - Einrichtungen -
Essais et mesures Mess- und Prüfverfahren
Partie 4-3: Essais de contrainte Teil 4-3: Prüfungen mit
diélectrique - Spannungsbeanspruchung -
Essai 4c: Tension de tenue pour Prüfung 4c: Spannungsfestigkeit
fûts préisolés de sertissage vorisolierter Crimphülsen
(CEI 60512-4-3:2002) (IEC 60512-4-3:2002)
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Ref. No. EN 60512-4-3:2002 E
Foreword
The text of document 48B/1135/FDIS, future edition 1 of IEC 60512-4-3, prepared by SC 48B,
Connectors, of IEC TC 48, Electromechanical components and mechanical structures for electronic
equipment, was submitted to the IEC-CENELEC parallel vote and was approved by CENELEC as
EN 60512-4-3 on 2002-04-01.
The following dates were fixed:
– latest date by which the EN has to be implemented
at national level by publication of an identical
national standard or by endorsement (dop) 2003-01-01
– latest date by which the national standards conflicting
with the EN have to be withdrawn (dow) 2005-04-01
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Endorsement notice
The text of the International Standard IEC 60512-4-3:2002 was approved by CENELEC as a
European Standard without any modification.
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INTERNATIONALE IEC
60512-4-3
INTERNATIONAL
Première édition
STANDARD
First edition
2002-02
Connecteurs pour équipements électroniques –
Essais et mesures –
Partie 4-3:
Essais de contrainte diélectrique –
Essai 4c: Tension de tenue pour fûts
préisolés de sertissage
Connectors for electronic equipment –
Tests and measurements –
Part 4-3:
Voltage stress tests –
Test 4c: Voltage proof of pre-insulated
crimp barrels
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