Electromechanical components are used to create a magnetic field using electrical current to influence mechanical change. BS EN 60512-1-4 is to be used when referenced by the detailed specification to test mechanical components overseen by the IEC subcommittee 48B. This test can also be done on similar devices when the detailed specification so prescribes.
The object of BS EN 60512-1-4 is to define a standard test method to verify the ability of a connector to prevent the accidental touching of its contact by the front of the mating connector. It is primarily intended to be applied to cylindrical multi-contact connectors which are required to be scoop-proof.
BS EN 60512-1-4 on contact protection effectiveness of electromechanical components is useful for:
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 60512-1-4 walks you through the taste method of examining the contact protection effectiveness of electromechanical components for electronic equipment. This includes:
The guidelines in BS EN 60512-1-4 help you assess the contact protection effectiveness of electromechanical components for electronic equipment so that the end-user can have a superior quality product.
IEC 60512-1-4:1997