1 Scope

This part of IEC 62196 is applicable to EV plugs, EV socket-outlets, vehicle connectors, vehicle inlets, herein referred to as "accessories", and to cable assemblies for electric vehicles (EV) intended for use in conductive charging systems which incorporate control means, with a rated operating voltage not exceeding

• 690 V AC 50 Hz to 60 Hz, at a rated current not exceeding 250 A, and

• 1 500 V DC at a rated current not exceeding 800 A.

These accessories and cable assemblies are intended to be installed by instructed persons (IEV 195‑04‑02) or skilled persons (IEV 195‑04‑01) only.

These accessories and cable assemblies are intended to be used for circuits specified in the IEC 61851 series, which operate at different voltages and frequencies, and which can include extra-low voltage circuits, such as control and communication circuits.

These accessories and cable assemblies are anticipated to be used at an ambient temperature between −30 °C and +40 °C.

These accessories are intended to be connected only to cables with copper or copper-alloy conductors.

The accessories covered by this document are intended for use in electric vehicle supply equipment in accordance with IEC 61851 (all parts).

This document does not apply to standard plugs and standard socket-outlets used for mode 1 and mode 2 according to IEC 61851‑1:2017, 6.2.