Connectors for electronic equipment - Tests and measurements -- Part 6-3: Dynamic stress tests - Test 6c: Shock

Defines a standard test method to assess the ability of components (essentially connectors) to withstand specified severities of shock.

Steckverbinder für elektronische Einrichtungen - Mess- und Prüfverfahren -- Teil 6-3: Prüfungen mit dynamisch-mechanischer Beanspruchung - Prüfung 6c: Schocken (Einzelstöße)

Connecteurs pour équipements électroniques - Essais et mesures -- Partie 6-3: Essais de contraintes dynamiques - Essai 6c: Chocs

Etablit une méthode d'essai normalisée pour évaluer l'aptitude d'un composant (essentiellement un connecteur) à supporter des chocs à des sévérités spécifiées.

Connectors for electronic equipment - Tests and measurements - Part 6-3: Dynamic stress tests - Test 6c: Shock (IEC 60512-6-3:2002)

General Information

Status
Published
Publication Date
30-Sep-2003
Current Stage
6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
Start Date
01-Oct-2003
Due Date
01-Oct-2003
Completion Date
01-Oct-2003

Overview

SIST EN 60512-6-3:2003 is a European Standard developed by CLC that specifies a test method for assessing the shock resistance of connectors used in electronic equipment. As part of the IEC 60512 series on connectors, this standard (Test 6c: Shock) provides a dynamic stress test to evaluate the ability of electromechanical components to withstand mechanical shocks of defined severities without electrical or mechanical failure.

The test ensures the reliability, durability, and safety of connectors under conditions simulating real-world shock impacts, which are critical for maintaining continuous electrical contact and preventing equipment malfunction.

Key Topics

  • Scope and Purpose
    The standard applies to connectors and similar electromechanical components subject to shock stresses. Its prime objective is to assess the capability of these components to endure specified shock pulses without degradation in performance.

  • Test Preparation
    Specimens are mounted with all normal accessories and wired as per the detailed test specification. A minimum of 200 mm unsupported cable length is maintained unless otherwise stated, and mechanical mounting ensures full use of locking and retaining features.

  • Shock Test Method
    The test follows IEC 60068-2-27, with shock pulses defined by shape, severity (acceleration and duration), and direction detailed in the specification. The shocks simulate single mechanical impacts encountered in operational environments.

  • Measurement and Monitoring
    Electrical continuity is continuously monitored during shock application via contact disturbance tests (IEC 60512-2-5), under a typical 100 mA current load unless specified differently. Any interruptions in electrical contact and their duration are recorded.

  • Post-Test Verification
    Final checks include:

    • Visual examination for mechanical integrity (no loosening or damage)
    • Contact resistance measurement using millivolt-level methods (IEC 60512-2-1), ensuring resistance stays below a specified limit
    • Sealing integrity tests if applicable (IEC 60512-7)
    • Operational performance checks to confirm proper mechanical function
  • Specification Details
    Test details such as specimen mounting, pulse shapes, shock severity, shock direction, allowable contact disturbance duration, contact resistance limits, leakage rates, and any deviations from the standard method must be clearly detailed in the connecting equipment’s product specifications.

Applications

  • Connector Qualification
    EN 60512-6-3 is pivotal for manufacturers and quality assurance teams testing the robustness of connectors intended for use in harsh or mobile environments where shocks may compromise signal integrity.

  • Electronics in Transportation
    Used extensively in automotive, aerospace, railway, and marine industries to ensure connectors maintain performance under sudden mechanical shocks.

  • Industrial Equipment
    Ensures reliability of connectors in manufacturing, robotics, and heavy machinery that experience regular mechanical stress.

  • Consumer Electronics
    Enhances product durability by validating connector endurance against drops or impacts in portable devices.

  • Compliance and Quality Control
    Enables conformity to international and regional safety and reliability standards, supporting product certification and customer confidence.

Related Standards

  • IEC 60068-2-27:1987 - Environmental testing procedures focusing on shock testing (Test Ea)
  • IEC 60512-1-1 - General examination of connectors (Visual inspection)
  • IEC 60512-2-1 - Contact resistance measurement using the millivolt level method
  • IEC 60512-2-5 - Testing for contact disturbance to monitor electrical continuity during mechanical stress
  • IEC 60512-7 - Sealing tests for connectors to determine environmental protection levels

These standards complement EN 60512-6-3 by providing detailed methods for electrical and mechanical testing of connectors, ensuring comprehensive evaluation of connector performance.


Keywords: EN 60512-6-3, IEC 60512-6-3, connector shock test, dynamic stress tests, connector reliability, electrical continuity test, contact resistance, mechanical shock testing, electromechanical components, electronic connectors standards, IEC 60068-2-27, connector durability, quality assurance testing, industrial connector tests, automotive electrical connectors.

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SIST EN 60512-6-3:2003 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Connectors for electronic equipment - Tests and measurements -- Part 6-3: Dynamic stress tests - Test 6c: Shock". This standard covers: Defines a standard test method to assess the ability of components (essentially connectors) to withstand specified severities of shock.

Defines a standard test method to assess the ability of components (essentially connectors) to withstand specified severities of shock.

SIST EN 60512-6-3:2003 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 31.220.10 - Plug-and-socket devices. Connectors. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.

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SLOVENSKI SIST EN 60512-6-3:2003

STANDARD
oktober 2003
Connectors for electronic equipment - Tests and measurements - Part 6-3: Dynamic
stress tests - Test 6c: Shock (IEC 60512-6-3:2002)
ICS 31.220.10 Referenčna številka
©  Standard je založil in izdal Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje ali kopiranje celote ali delov tega dokumenta ni dovoljeno

EUROPEAN STANDARD EN 60512-6-3
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM April 2002
ICS 31.220.10
English version
Connectors for electronic equipment -
Tests and measurements
Part 6-3: Dynamic stress tests -
Test 6c: Shock
(IEC 60512-6-3:2002)
Connecteurs pour équipements Steckverbinder für elektronische
électroniques - Einrichtungen -
Essais et mesures Mess- und Prüfverfahren
Partie 6-3: Essais de contraintes Teil 6-3: Prüfungen mit dynamisch-
dynamiques - mechanischer Beanspruchung -
Essai 6c: Chocs Prüfung 6c: Schocken (Einzelstöße)
(CEI 60512-6-3:2002) (IEC 60512-6-3:2002)
This European Standard was approved by CENELEC on 2002-04-01. CENELEC members are bound to
comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this European
Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration.
Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such national standards may be obtained on
application to the Central Secretariat or to any CENELEC member.
This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other
language made by translation under the responsibility of a CENELEC member into its own language and
notified to the Central Secretariat has the same status as the official versions.
CENELEC members are the national electrotechnical committees of Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic,
Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands,
Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.
CENELEC
European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization
Comité Européen de Normalisation Electrotechnique
Europäisches Komitee für Elektrotechnische Normung
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© 2002 CENELEC - All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved worldwide for CENELEC members.
Ref. No. EN 60512-6-3:2002 E
Foreword
The text of document 48B/1140/FDIS, future edition 1 of IEC 60512-6-3, prepared by SC 48B,
Connectors, of IEC TC 48, Electromechanical components and mechanical structures for electronic
equipment, was submitted to the IEC-CENELEC parallel vote and was approved by CENELEC as
EN 60512-6-3 on 2002-04-01.
The following dates were fixed:
– latest date by which the EN has to be implemented
at national level by publication of an identical
national standard or by endorsement (dop) 2003-01-01
– latest date by which the national standards conflicting
with the EN have to be withdrawn (dow) 2005-04-01
Annexes designated "normative" are part of the body of the standard.
In this standard, annex ZA is normative.
Annex ZA has been added by CENELEC.
__________
Endorsement notice
The text of the International Standard IEC 60512-6-3:2002 was approved by CENELEC as a
European Standard without any modification.
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- 3 - EN 60512-6-3:2002
Annex ZA
(normative)
Normative references to international publications
with their corresponding European publications
This European Standard incorporates by dated or undated reference, provisions from other
publications. These normative references are cited at the appropriate places in the text and the
publications are listed hereafter. For dated references, subsequent amendments to or revisions of any
of these publications apply to this European Standard only when incorporated in it by amendment or
revision. For undated references the latest edition of the publication referred to applies (including
amendments).
NOTE When an international publication has been modified by common modifications, indicated by (mod), the relevant
EN/HD applies.
Publication Year Title EN/HD Year
IEC 60068-2-27 1987 Basic environmental testing procedures EN 60068-2-27 1993
Part 2: Tests - Test Ea and guidance:
Shock
1) 2)
IEC 60512-1-1 - Connectors for electronic equipment - EN 60512-1-1 2002
Tests and measurements
Part 1-1: General examination -
Test 1a: Visual examination
1) 2)
IEC 60512-2-1 - Part 2-1: Electrical continuity and EN 60512-2-1 2002
contact resistance tests -
Test 2a: Contact resistance - Millivolt
level method
3)
IEC 60512-2-5 - Part 2-5: Electrical continuity and --
contact resistance tests -
Test 2e: Contact disturbance
IEC 60512-7 1993 Electromechanical components for--
electronic equipment - Basic testing
procedures and measuring methods
Part 7: Mechanical operating tests and
sealing tests
1)
Undated reference.
2)
Valid edition at date of issue.
3)
In preparation.
NORME CEI
INTERNATIONALE IEC
60512-6-3
INTERNATIONAL
Première édition
STANDARD
First edition
2002-02
Connecteurs pour équipements électroniques –
Essais et mesures –
Partie 6-3:
Essais de contraintes dynamiques –
Essai 6c: Chocs
Connectors for electronic equipment –
Tests and measurements –
Part 6-3:
Dynamic stress tests –
Test 6c: Shock
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