SIST EN 60512-15-8:2002
(Main)Electromechanical components for electronic equipment - Basic testing procedures and measuring methods -- Part 15: Mechanical tests on contacts and terminations -- Section 8: Test 15h - Contact retention system resistance to tool application
General Information
- Abstract
Defines standard test method to check the ability of connectors to withstand the use of standardised tooling for insertion and extraction of contacts.
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 31-Aug-2002
- Current Stage
- 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 01-Sep-2002
- Due Date
- 01-Sep-2002
- Completion Date
- 01-Sep-2002
Overview
EN 60512-15-8:1995 (IEC 60512-15-8) defines a standardised mechanical test method to verify the ability of connector contact retention systems to withstand the application of standardised tooling used for contact insertion and extraction. The test evaluates whether connector contacts and their retention features resist damage or loss of retention when insertion/extraction tools are rotated under axial load, ensuring reliable assembly and serviceability in electronic equipment.
Key topics and requirements
- Scope: Mechanical test method for resistance of contact retention systems to tool application during contact insertion/extraction.
- Test specimens: Specimens are fitted with all contacts wired per the detail specification; five contacts are tested for each method.
- Two test methods:
- Method 1 - Rotation of the extraction tool: Introduce the extraction tool, apply the specified axial load, perform alternating rotations, then extract and reinsert the contact. Repeat three times per contact.
- Method 2 - Rotation of the insertion tool: Withdraw and reinsert the contact using the insertion tool under the specified axial load, perform alternating rotations, then extract the tool and withdraw the contact. Repeat three times per contact.
- Cycles and cavities: Use separate contact cavities for each method; perform the prescribed number of cycles (three) on each of the five contacts.
- Tool handling: If a tool is damaged during testing, it is replaced and testing continues.
- Final checks: After testing, perform applicable final measurements such as visual examination (test 1a of IEC 512-2) and contact retention in insert (test 15a of IEC 512-8).
- Details to be specified in the detail specification: wire type/size, insertion/extraction tool types, axial load on the tool, and the required contact retention force.
Applications and who uses it
- Connector manufacturers use the standard during product validation and design verification to ensure retention systems tolerate real-world tooling.
- Test laboratories and QA teams apply it for conformance testing, sample inspections, and supplier qualification.
- Design and reliability engineers use results to refine contact geometry and retention features to reduce assembly damage and field failures.
- Procurement and compliance officers reference the standard when specifying connector acceptance criteria.
Related standards
- IEC 512-2 (IEC 60512-2) - visual examination, continuity and contact resistance tests
- IEC 512-8 (IEC 60512-8 / IEC 60512-15-1) - connector mechanical tests and contact retention tests
Keywords: EN 60512-15-8:1995, IEC 60512-15-8, contact retention system, connector testing, tool application, insertion/extraction tooling, contact retention force, axial load, mechanical tests on contacts.
Relations
- Effective Date
- 03-Feb-2026
Frequently Asked Questions
SIST EN 60512-15-8:2002 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Electromechanical components for electronic equipment - Basic testing procedures and measuring methods -- Part 15: Mechanical tests on contacts and terminations -- Section 8: Test 15h - Contact retention system resistance to tool application". This standard covers: Defines standard test method to check the ability of connectors to withstand the use of standardised tooling for insertion and extraction of contacts.
Defines standard test method to check the ability of connectors to withstand the use of standardised tooling for insertion and extraction of contacts.
SIST EN 60512-15-8:2002 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.
SIST EN 60512-15-8:2002 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST EN IEC 62282-2-100:2020. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-september-2002
Electromechanical components for electronic equipment - Basic testing procedure
and measuring methods - Part 15: Mechanical tests on contact and terminations -
Section 8: Test 15h - Contact retention system resistance to tool application (IEC
60512-15-8:1995)
Electromechanical components for electronic equipment - Basic testing procedures and
measuring methods -- Part 15: Mechanical tests on contacts and terminations -- Section
8: Test 15h - Contact retention system resistance to tool application
Elektrisch-mechanische Bauelemente für elektronische Einrichtungen - Meß- und
Prüfverfahren -- Teil 15: Mechanische Prüfungen an Kontakten und Anschlüssen --
Hauptabschnitt 8: Prüfung 15h - Kontakthalterung, Widerstandsfähigheit bei
Verwendungen von Werkzeugen
Composants électromécaniques pour équipements électroniques - Procédures d'essai
de base et méthodes de mesure -- Partie 15: Essais mécaniques des contacts et des
sorties -- Section 8: Essai 15h - Résistance du système de rétention des contacts à
l'utilisation des outils
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 60512-15-8:1995
ICS:
31.220.10 9WLþLLQYWLþQLFHNRQHNWRUML Plug-and-socket devices.
Connectors
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
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resistance to tool application
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512-15-8 © IEC:1995
ELECTROMECHANICAL COMPONENTS FOR
ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT - BASIC TESTING PROCEDURES
AND MEASURING METHODS -
Part 15: Mechanical tests on contacts and terminations -
Section 8: Test 15h - Contact retention system
resistance to tool application
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