SIST EN 60512-11-12:2003
(Main)Connectors for electronic equipment - Tests and measurements -- Part 11-12: Climatic tests - Test 11m: Damp heat, cyclic
Connectors for electronic equipment - Tests and measurements -- Part 11-12: Climatic tests - Test 11m: Damp heat, cyclic
Defines a standard test method to assess the ability of components (essentially connectors) to be stored and/or to function under conditions of high relative humidity and to observe the effects of such high humidity when combined with important temperature changes.
Steckverbinder für elektronische Einrichtungen - Mess- und Prüfverfahren -- Teil 11-12: Klimatische Prüfungen - Prüfung 11m: Feuchte Wärme, zyklisch
Connecteurs pour équipements électroniques - Essais et mesures -- Partie 11-12: Essais climatiques - Essai 11m: Essai cyclique de chaleur humide
Etablit une méthode d'essai normalisée pour évaluer l'aptitude d'un composant (essentiellement un connecteur) à être stocké et/ou à fonctionner dans des conditions de forte humidité relative et pour observer les effets de cette forte humidité combinée à de grandes variations de température.
Connectors for electronic equipment - Tests and measurements - Part 11-12: Climatic tests - Test 11m: Damp heat, cyclic (IEC 60512-11-12:2002)
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 30-Sep-2003
- Technical Committee
- I11 - Imaginarni 11
- Current Stage
- 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 01-Oct-2003
- Due Date
- 01-Oct-2003
- Completion Date
- 01-Oct-2003
Overview
SIST EN 60512-11-12:2003 is a European standard developed by CLC and adopted from the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) standard IEC 60512-11-12:2002. It defines a standardized test method for evaluating the performance of connectors and similar electronic components under cyclic damp heat conditions. This climatic test assesses the capability of connectors to be stored and operate reliably when exposed to high relative humidity combined with significant temperature variations.
The standard is essential for manufacturers and testing laboratories aiming to ensure the durability and functionality of connectors in harsh environmental conditions. It supports consistent quality assessment and promotes interoperability across the electronics industry.
Key Topics
Scope and Purpose
Focuses on testing electronic connectors' tolerance to cyclic damp heat - alternating exposure to high humidity and temperature changes - to simulate real-world environmental stress.Test Methodology
- Based on IEC 60068-2-30 Test Db for cyclic damp heat (12 + 12-hour cycles).
- Typical upper test temperature of 55 °C is applied unless otherwise specified.
- Specimens must be prepared with normal accessories, wired appropriately, and optionally preconditioned.
Measurement and Evaluation
Following conditioning, the standard mandates testing for:- Insulation resistance (IEC 60512-3-1)
- Voltage proof (IEC 60512-4-1)
- Contact resistance via millivolt level method (IEC 60512-2-1)
- Mechanical forces for insertion and withdrawal (IEC 60512-7)
- Visual examination for signs of degradation (IEC 60512-1-1)
Specification Requirements
Details to be defined in the component’s detail specification include:- Mounting and wiring configurations
- Number of cyclic test repetitions (severity)
- Initial and final measurement criteria
- Any deviations from the standard test method
Applications
Connector Quality Assurance
Used by connector manufacturers during product development and production to verify product robustness against humid and thermally variable environments.Reliability Testing in Electronics
Crucial for validating connectors intended for use in consumer electronics, automotive, telecommunications, industrial automation, and aerospace sectors where moisture and temperature fluctuations are common.Compliance and Certification
Supports compliance with international electrotechnical standards and regulatory requirements concerning environmental resistance, enabling market access and customer confidence.
Related Standards
- IEC 60068-2-30 - Environmental testing: Test Db for damp heat cycling, provides foundational guidance on cyclic damp heat conditions.
- IEC 60512 Series - A suite of standards covering tests and measurements for connectors, including:
- IEC 60512-1-1: Visual examination tests
- IEC 60512-2-1: Contact resistance tests
- IEC 60512-3-1: Insulation resistance tests
- IEC 60512-4-1: Voltage stress tests
- IEC 60512-7: Mechanical operating and sealing tests
By employing SIST EN 60512-11-12:2003 in conjunction with its referenced standards, stakeholders ensure a comprehensive assessment strategy that evaluates electrical, mechanical, and environmental performance of electronic connectors under challenging humid and temperature cycling conditions.
Keywords: EN 60512-11-12, IEC 60512-11-12, damp heat test, cyclic humidity testing, connector testing, climatic tests, electronic equipment connectors, humidity and temperature cycling, insulation resistance, contact resistance, voltage proof, insertion force testing, connector reliability, CLC standard, electromechanical connectors.
Frequently Asked Questions
SIST EN 60512-11-12:2003 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Connectors for electronic equipment - Tests and measurements -- Part 11-12: Climatic tests - Test 11m: Damp heat, cyclic". This standard covers: Defines a standard test method to assess the ability of components (essentially connectors) to be stored and/or to function under conditions of high relative humidity and to observe the effects of such high humidity when combined with important temperature changes.
Defines a standard test method to assess the ability of components (essentially connectors) to be stored and/or to function under conditions of high relative humidity and to observe the effects of such high humidity when combined with important temperature changes.
SIST EN 60512-11-12:2003 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.
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Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI SIST EN 60512-11-12:2003
STANDARD
oktober 2003
Connectors for electronic equipment - Tests and measurements - Part 11-12:
Climatic tests - Test 11m: Damp heat, cyclic (IEC 60512-11-12:2002)
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 60512-11-12
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM April 2002
ICS 31.220.10
English version
Connectors for electronic equipment -
Tests and measurements
Part 11-12: Climatic tests -
Test 11m: Damp heat, cyclic
(IEC 60512-11-12:2002)
Connecteurs pour équipements Steckverbinder für elektronische
électroniques - Einrichtungen -
Essais et mesures Mess- und Prüfverfahren
Partie 11-12: Essais climatiques - Teil 11-12: Klimatische Prüfungen -
Essai 11m: Essai cyclique Prüfung 11m: Feuchte Wärme, zyklisch
de chaleur humide (IEC 60512-11-12:2002)
(CEI 60512-11-12:2002)
This European Standard was approved by CENELEC on 2002-04-01. CENELEC members are bound to
comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this European
Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration.
Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such national standards may be obtained on
application to the Central Secretariat or to any CENELEC member.
This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other
language made by translation under the responsibility of a CENELEC member into its own language and
notified to the Central Secretariat has the same status as the official versions.
CENELEC members are the national electrotechnical committees of Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic,
Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands,
Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.
CENELEC
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Ref. No. EN 60512-11-12:2002 E
Foreword
The text of document 48B/1151/FDIS, future edition 1 of IEC 60512-11-12, 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 60512-11-12 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
Annexes designated "normative" are part of the body of the standard.
In this standard, annex ZA is normative.
Annex ZA has been added by CENELEC.
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Endorsement notice
The text of the International Standard IEC 60512-11-12:2002 was approved by CENELEC as a
European Standard without any modification.
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- 3 - EN 60512-11-12:2002
Annex ZA
(normative)
Normative references to international publications
with their corresponding European publications
This European Standard incorporates by dated or undated reference, provisions from other
publications. These normative references are cited at the appropriate places in the text and the
publications are listed hereafter. For dated references, subsequent amendments to or revisions of any
of these publications apply to this European Standard only when incorporated in it by amendment or
revision. For undated references the latest edition of the publication referred to applies (including
amendments).
NOTE When an international publication has been modified by common modifications, indicated by (mod), the relevant
EN/HD applies.
Publication Year Title EN/HD Year
1)
IEC 60068-2-30 1980 Environmental testing EN 60068-2-30 1999
Part 2: Tests - Test Db and guidance:
Damp heat, cyclic (12 + 12 hour cycle)
2) 3)
IEC 60512-1-1 - Connectors for electronic equipment - EN 60512-1-1 2002
Tests and measurements
Part 1-1: General examination -
Test 1a: Visual examination
2) 3)
IEC 60512-2-1 - Part 2-1: Electrical continuity and EN 60512-2-1 2002
contact resistance tests -
Test 2a: Contact resistance - Millivolt
level method
2) 3)
IEC 60512-3-1 - Part 3-1: Insulation tests - EN 60512-3-1 2002
Test 3a: Insulation resistance
4)
IEC 60512-4-1 - Part 4-1: Voltage stress tests - --
Test 4a: Voltage proof
IEC 60512-7 1993 Part 7: Mechanical operating tests and--
sealing tests
1)
EN 60068-2-30 includes A1:1985 to IEC 60068-2-30.
2)
Undated reference.
3)
Valid edition at date of issue.
4)
In preparation.
NORME CEI
INTERNATIONALE IEC
60512-11-12
INTERNATIONAL
Première édition
STANDARD
First edition
2002-02
Connecteurs pour équipements électroniques –
Essais et mesures –
Partie 11-12:
Essais climatiques –
Essai 11m: Essai cyclique de chaleur humide
Connectors for electronic equipment –
Tests and measurements –
Part 11-12:
Climatic tests –
Test 11m: Damp heat, cyclic
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