BS EN 60512-1-2:2002

What is BS EN 60512-1-2 - Assessing the dimension and mass of connectors about? 

Electrical connectors are used to join electrical conductors and create an electrical circuit. BS EN 60512-1-2 is used for testing electromechanical components within the scope of IEC technical committee 48. This test may also be used for similar devices when specified in a detailed specification.

The object of BS EN 60512-1-2 is to define a standard test method for the examination of the dimension and mass of electromechanical components. 

Who is BS EN 60512-1-2 - Assessing the dimension and mass of connectors for? 

BS EN 60512-1-2 on assessing the dimension and mass of connectors 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 60512-1-2 - Assessing the dimension and mass of connectors?

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 60512-1-2 walks you through the taste method of examining the dimension and mass of connectors for electronic equipment. This includes:

• Outline dimensions
• Mass
• Clearance and creepage
• Detailed dimensions
• Gauging procedure
• Special measurements
• Measuring methods

The guidelines in BS EN 60512-1-2 help you assess the dimension and mass of connectors for electronic equipment so that the end-user can have a superior quality product.