IEC 60906-1 Figure 4 Gauge for Outlets 16A 250V A.C.

This IEC 60906-1 Figure 4 Gauge for Outlets 16A 250V A.C. is specifically designed for verifying Point 7 of Standard Sheets 1-1, 3-1 and 3-2 under the IEC 60906-1 standard, tailored for 16A 250V A.C. household and similar purpose plugs and socket-outlets. It plays a critical role in ensuring the reliability of socket-contact assemblies by testing their retention capability, with strict adherence to international standards for accuracy and performance.

Specifications:
• Applicable Standard: IEC 60906-1 (for household and similar plugs and socket-outlets 16A 250V A.C.)
• Gauge C1 Dimensions: 4.44 mm (tolerance: +0.05 mm, -0 mm)
• Gauge C2 Dimensions: 4.56 mm (tolerance: +0 mm, -0.05 mm)
• Gauge C1 Mass: 200 g (tolerance: +5 g)
• Gauge C2 Mass: 400 g (tolerance: ±5 g)
• Maximum Radius (R): 0.2 mm
• Radius Specification: R = A/2 (A refers to the respective gauge dimension)

Test Procedures:
• Ensure the shutters of the socket-outlet are held open before conducting the test.
• Wipe the gauge thoroughly to remove any grease prior to use.
• Insert Gauge C2 into the socket-contact assembly by applying a maximum perpendicular force of 50 N to the socket-outlet’s engagement face.
• Position the socket-outlet in its worst-case orientation and check that Gauge C2 does not fall out under its own weight.
• Subsequently, insert Gauge C1 into the socket-contact assembly.
• Again, position the socket-outlet in its worst-case orientation and verify that Gauge C1 also does not fall out under its own weight.\

Applications:
• Quality inspection and compliance testing of 16A 250V A.C. household socket-outlets.
• Verification of socket-contact assembly retention performance in accordance with IEC 60906-1 Standard Sheets 1-1, 3-1 and 3-2.
• Conformance testing for manufacturers producing plugs and socket-outlets for household and similar purposes.
• Quality control processes in electrical equipment production facilities to ensure product reliability.
• Compliance audits and certification testing for electrical products targeting international markets.