BS EN 60512-14-5:2006

What is BS EN 60512-14-5 - Assessing the sealing of connectors about?  

Electrical connectors are used to join electrical conductors to create an electrical circuit.  

BS EN 60512-14-5, when required by the detail specification, is used for testing connectors within the scope of IEC technical committee 48. It may also be used for similar devices when specified in a detailed specification. 

The object of BS EN 60512-14-5 is to detail a standard test method to assess the effectiveness of the sealing of a connector against ingress of water by exposure to low pressure whilst immersed in a salt solution. It is particularly, but not exclusively, suitable for mated connector assemblies. 

Who is BS EN 60512-14-5 - Assessing the sealing of connectors for?  

BS EN 60512-14-5 on assessing the sealing 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 management teams 

Why should you use BS EN 60512-14-5 - Assessing the sealing 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 60512-14-5 walks you through the test method of measuring the sealing of connectors for electronic equipment. This includes: 

• Preparation of specimen 
• Equipment 
• Lubricant or sealing substance 
• Mounting 
• Initial and final measurements and requirements  

The guidelines in BS EN 60512-14-5 help you assess the sealing of connectors for electronic equipment that enable you to provide a superior quality product to your customers.