What is BS EN IEC 61076-2-111 - Circular connectors about?
BS EN IEC 61076-2-111 is the second part of the series on international devices used for connectors that specifies the test methods and help in determining the characteristics of the circular connectors that are used in electronic devices. BS EN IEC 61076-2-111 help in increasing safety while dealing with some types of these connectors.
BS EN IEC 61076-2-111 specifies 4 to 6-way circular connectors with M12 screw-locking with current ratings up to 16 A and voltage ratings of 63 V or 630 V, that are typically used for power supply and power applications in industrial premises. These connectors consist of both fixed and free connectors either rewireable or non-rewireable, with M12 screw-locking. Male connectors have round contacts Ø1,0 mm and Ø1,5 mm.
Note: M12 is the dimension of the thread of the screw-locking mechanism of these circular connectors
Who is BS EN IEC 61076-2-111 - Circular connectors for?
BS EN IEC 61076-2-111 on Connectors for electrical and electronic equipment is useful for:
- Manufacturers of electronic devices
- Manufacturers of connectors
- Manufacturers of industrial machines
- Aerospace industry
- Defence industry
- Electronic engineers
Why should you use BS EN IEC 61076-2-111 - Circular connectors?
Connectors are electromechanical devices used for joining the electrical conductors to create electrical circuits. The connectors used for industrial and high-reliability applications are circular in cross-section hence these connectors are called circular connectors.
By using BS EN IEC 61076-2-111, you can design and construct the fixed and free connectors. These circular connectors can be designed by using the dimensions mentioned in BS EN IEC 61076-2-111. With the help of BS EN IEC 61076-2-111, you can determine the characteristics of the power connectors which are used in electronic devices. The electrical characteristics are useful in identifying the current carrying capacity and help in resisting contact and insulation. The mechanical characteristics help in identifying the effectiveness and withdrawal forces of the circular connectors. Marking of insulation material helps you in identifying the plastics used in circular connectors. This marking is useful in recycling the materials used in connectors. Technical characteristics are useful in determining and evaluating the performance level of circular connectors.
Using BS EN IEC 61076-2-111, you can determine the mechanical, electrical and technical characteristics to ensure safety while conducting the test methods of some specific types of connectors. The test methods and characteristics specified in BS EN IEC 61076-2-111 ensure the sustainability of circular connectors in different climatic conditions. That result in manufacturing good quality electronic devices.