Connectors for electronic equipment - Tests and measurements -- Part 15-6: Connector tests (mechanical) - Test 15f: Effectiveness of connector coupling devices

IEC 60512-15-6:2008 details a standard test method to assess the effectiveness of the coupling device to maintain engagement of mated connectors fitted with coupling and / or retaining devices when subject to specified forces applied to the cable/wire bundle or harness or applied directly to the connector body if so specified in a detail specification.

Steckverbinder für elektronische Einrichtungen - Mess- und Prüfverfahren - Teil 15-6: Mechanische Prüfungen an Steckverbindern - Prüfung 15f: Wirksamkeit von Steckverbinder-Verriegelungen

Connecteurs pour équipements électroniques - Essais et mesures -- Partie 15-6: Essais (mécaniques) des connecteurs - Essai 15f: Efficacité des dispositifs d'accouplement des connecteurs

La CEI 60512-15-6:2008 détaille une méthode d'essai normalisée pour évaluer l'efficacité du dispositif d'accouplement à maintenir l'accouplement des connecteurs accouplés munis de dispositifs d'accouplement et/ou de dispositifs de retenue lorsqu'ils sont soumis à des forces spécifiées appliquées au faisceau de câbles/de fils ou aux fils couplés, ou appliquées directement au corps du connecteur, si ceci est spécifié ainsi dans une spécification particulière.

Konektorji za elektronsko opremo - Preskušanje in meritve - 15-6. del: Preskusi konektorjev (mehansko) - Preskus 15f: Učinkovitost konektorskih spojnih elementov (IEC 60512-15-6:2008)

General Information

Status
Published
Publication Date
23-Sep-2008
Technical Committee
I11 - Imaginarni 11
Current Stage
6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
Start Date
15-Sep-2008
Due Date
20-Nov-2008
Completion Date
24-Sep-2008

Overview

SIST EN 60512-15-6:2008, published by the European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization (CLC), specifies a standardized mechanical test method for evaluating the effectiveness of connector coupling devices in electronic equipment. This standard, aligned with IEC 60512-15-6:2008, focuses on ensuring that mated connectors equipped with coupling and/or retaining devices remain securely engaged under specified mechanical forces. The standard is essential for manufacturers and testing laboratories aiming to verify connector reliability in practical applications involving cable and wire harness stresses.

Key Topics

  • Scope of Testing: Defines procedures to assess the coupling devices' ability to maintain connector engagement when subjected to axial forces applied either to the cable bundle, wire harness, or directly to the connector body.
  • Test Methodology:
    • Apply a specified axial force in the direction of connector separation at a controlled rate (maximum 25 mm/min unless otherwise specified).
    • Maintain the force for 15 seconds before removal.
    • Test multiple connector samples (minimum three) to verify consistency.
  • Specimen Preparation:
    • Connectors must be mated and wired as per detailed specifications.
    • All coupling and retaining devices should be fully engaged.
    • Any preconditioning steps must be performed if indicated.
  • Measurements and Monitoring:
    • Visual inspection before and after testing based on IEC 60512-1-1.
    • Continuous electrical continuity monitoring during force application, with allowable discontinuity less than 1 μs or as otherwise specified (IEC 60512-2-5).
  • Detailed Specifications Requirements:
    • Number of connectors tested.
    • Preconditioning procedures.
    • Force magnitude, application point, and rate.
    • Electrical monitoring parameters.
    • Allowable displacement and deviations from the standard method.

Applications

This standard is crucial in sectors where the mechanical integrity of electronic connectors is vital, including:

  • Industrial Electronics: Ensuring reliable connectivity under mechanical stress in harsh environments.
  • Automotive and Transportation: Verifying connector coupling stability amidst vibrations and cable movements.
  • Telecommunications: Maintaining signal integrity where connectors endure frequent handling or mechanical forces.
  • Consumer Electronics: Guaranteeing durability and performance in devices subject to cable or connector stresses.
  • Aerospace and Defense: Confirming compliance with strict engagement and coupling effectiveness requirements under demanding conditions.

By applying SIST EN 60512-15-6:2008 tests, manufacturers can reduce failure rates, minimize electrical discontinuities, and enhance the overall safety and reliability of electrical equipment connectors.

Related Standards

  • EN 60512-1-1: General examination of connectors - Provides mandatory visual inspection criteria before and after mechanical tests.
  • EN 60512-2-5: Electrical continuity and contact resistance tests - Defines methods for monitoring electrical continuity and disturbance during mechanical tests.
  • IEC 60512 Series: A comprehensive suite of mechanical and electrical tests for connectors, providing guidelines for quality assurance and conformity assessment.
  • Detail Specifications: Customer or industry-specific documents that define precise testing parameters, preconditioning, wiring arrangements, and acceptance criteria based on EN 60512-15-6.

Keywords: EN 60512-15-6, connector coupling devices, mechanical connector tests, electronic equipment connectors, connector engagement test, IEC 60512-15-6, electrical continuity testing, connector reliability, cable bundle stress test, connector retaining devices, coupling effectiveness, connector standard, CENELEC connector testing, electromechanical connectors.

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SIST EN 60512-15-6:2008 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Connectors for electronic equipment - Tests and measurements -- Part 15-6: Connector tests (mechanical) - Test 15f: Effectiveness of connector coupling devices". This standard covers: IEC 60512-15-6:2008 details a standard test method to assess the effectiveness of the coupling device to maintain engagement of mated connectors fitted with coupling and / or retaining devices when subject to specified forces applied to the cable/wire bundle or harness or applied directly to the connector body if so specified in a detail specification.

IEC 60512-15-6:2008 details a standard test method to assess the effectiveness of the coupling device to maintain engagement of mated connectors fitted with coupling and / or retaining devices when subject to specified forces applied to the cable/wire bundle or harness or applied directly to the connector body if so specified in a detail specification.

SIST EN 60512-15-6:2008 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 60512-15-6:2008 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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tests (mechanical) - Test 15f: Effectiveness of connector coupling devices (IEC 60512-15
-6:2008)
Steckverbinder für elektronische Einrichtungen - Mess- und Prüfverfahren - Teil 15-6:
Mechanische Prüfungen an Steckverbindern - Prüfung 15f: Wirksamkeit von
Steckverbinder-Verriegelungen (IEC 60512-15-6:2008)
Connecteurs pour équipements électroniques - Essais et mesures - Partie 15-6: Essais
(mécaniques) des connecteurs - Essai 15f: Efficacité des dispositifs d'accouplement des
connecteurs (CEI 60512-15-6:2008)
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ICS:
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Connectors
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN 60512-15-6
NORME EUROPÉENNE
July 2008
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 31.220.10
English version
Connectors for electronic equipment -
Tests and measurements -
Part 15-6: Connector tests (mechanical) -
Test 15f: Effectiveness of connector coupling devices
(IEC 60512-15-6:2008)
Connecteurs  Steckverbinder
pour équipements électroniques - für elektronische Einrichtungen -
Essais et mesures - Mess- und Prüfverfahren -
Partie 15-6: Essais (mécaniques) Teil 15-6: Mechanische Prüfungen
des connecteurs - an Steckverbindern -
Essai 15f: Efficacité des dispositifs Prüfung 15f: Wirksamkeit
d'accouplement des connecteurs von Steckverbinder-Verriegelungen
(CEI 60512-15-6:2008) (IEC 60512-15-6:2008)

This European Standard was approved by CENELEC on 2008-07-01. 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.

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Ref. No. EN 60512-15-6:2008 E
Foreword
The text of document 48B/1848/FDIS, future edition 1 of IEC 60512-15-6, 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 60512-15-6 on 2008-07-01.
This standard is to be read in conjunction with EN 60512-1 and EN 60512-1-100 which explains the
structure of the EN 60512 series.
The following dates were fixed:
– latest date by which the EN has to be implemented
at national level by publication of an identical
(dop) 2009-04-01
national standard or by endorsement
– latest date by which the national standards conflicting
(dow) 2011-07-01
with the EN have to be withdrawn
Annex ZA has been added by CENELEC.
__________
Endorsement notice
The text of the International Standard IEC 60512-15-6:2008 was approved by CENELEC as a European
Standard without any modification.
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- 3 - EN 60512-15-6:2008
Annex ZA
(normative)
Normative references to international publications
with their corresponding European publications

The following referenced documents are indispensable for the application of this document. For dated
references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced
document (including any amendments) applies.

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) 2)
IEC 60512-1-1 - Connectors for electronic equipment - Tests EN 60512-1-1 2002
and measurements -
Part 1-1: General examination - Test 1a:
Visual examination
1) 2)
IEC 60512-2-5 - Connectors for electronic equipment - Tests EN 60512-2-5 2003
and measurements -
Part 2-5: Electrical continuity and contact
resistance tests - Test 2e: Contact
disturbance
1)
Undated reference.
2)
Valid edition at date of issue.

IEC 60512-15-6
Edition 1.0 2008-05
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
NORME
INTERNATIONALE
Connectors for electronic equipment – Tests and measurements –
Part 15-6: Connector tests (mechanical) – Test 15f: Effectiveness of connector
coupling devices
Connecteurs pour équipements électroniques – Essais et mesures –
Partie 15-6: Essais (mécaniques) des connecteurs – Essai 15f: Efficacité des
dispositifs d’accouplement des connecteurs

INTERNATIONAL
ELECTROTECHNICAL
COMMISSION
COMMISSION
ELECTROTECHNIQUE
PRICE CODE
INTERNATIONALE
E
CODE PRIX
ICS 31.220.10 ISBN 2-8318-9772-6

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