BS EN 60512-17-1:2010

What is BS EN 60512-17-1 - Assessing the mechanical stress tolerance of cable clamps about? 

Cable clamps are used to clip, bundle, clamp and protect wires and cables. 

BS EN 60512-17-1 deals with the testing of connectors within the scope of technical committee 48, when required by the detailed specification. This test in BS EN 60512-17-1 may also be used for similar devices when specified in a detailed specification.

The object of BS EN 60512-17-1 is to detail a standard test method to assess the ability of a cable-clamping device to withstand mechanical stresses likely to be encountered during normal usage.

Who is BS EN 60512-17-1 - Assessing the mechanical stress tolerance of cable clamps for? 

BS EN 60512-17-1 on assessing the mechanical stress tolerance of cable clamps is useful for: 

• Manufacturers of electronic devices
• Maintenance and augmentation teams 
• Companies associated with designing and installation of electronic devices
• Fault management teams
• Quality managementteams

Why should you use BS EN 60512-17-1 - Assessing the mechanical stress tolerance of cable clamps?

Electronic equipment is used in applications that rely on mechanical or electric systems for their operation. They are essential to any work on electronics systems for creating signals and capturing responses from electronic devices. There are certain specifications regarding the performance of electronic equipment.

BS EN 60512-17-1 walks you through the test method of measuring the mechanical stress tolerance of cable clamps for electronic equipment. This includes:

• Preparation of specimen
• Final measurements
• Requirements
• Details to be specified

The guidelines in BS EN 60512-17-1 help you assess the mechanical stress tolerance of cable clamps for electronic equipment that enable you to provide a superior quality product to your customers.