IEC 60906-1 Figure 6 Plug and Socket Gauge for Checking the Minimum Withdrawal Force

Gauge for IEC 60906-1:2009 Figure 6 Checking the Minimum Withdrawal Force. The gauge shall be made of hard corrosion-resistant metal (e.g.stainless steel).

NOTE In South Africa, the minimum withdrawal force should be conducted with gauges of pin sizes as listed below, in accordance with IEC60884-1:2022 Subclause 22.2. This is to avoid the dangerous compatibility with Class Il plugs to EN 50075:1990.

Standard:
IEC 60906-1 “IEC system of plugs and socket-outlets for household and similar purposes – Part 1: Plugs and socket-outlets 16 A 250 V a.c.” Figure 6
IEC 60884-1 “Plugs and socket-outlets for household and similar purposes – Part 1: General requirements”
BS EN 50075 “Specification for flat non-wirable two-pole plugs 2.5 A 250 V, with cord, for the connection of class II-equipment for household and similar purposes”

IEC 60906-1 Figure 6 Plug and Socket Gauge for Checking the Minimum Withdrawal Force