BS EN 60320-2-4 : 2006

1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Definitions
4 General requirements
5 General notes on tests
6 Standard ratings
7 Classification
8 Marking
9 Dimensions and compatibility
10 Protection against electric shock
11 Provision for earthing
12 Terminals and terminations
13 Construction
14 Moisture resistance
15 Insulation resistance and electric strength
16 Forces necessary to insert and withdraw the connector
17 Operation of contacts
18 Resistance to heating of appliance couplers for hot
   conditions or very hot conditions
19 Breaking capacity
20 Normal operation
21 Temperature rise
22 Cords and their connection
23 Mechanical strengthwith
24 Resistance to heat and ageing
25 Screws, current-carrying parts and connections
26 Creepage distances, clearances and distances through
   insulation
27 Resistance of insulating material to heat, fire and
   tracking
28 Resistance to rusting
29 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) requirements
Annex AA (normative) - Proof tracking test
Annex BB (normative) - Needle flame test
Annex CC (normative) - Apparatus for the test of
         Subclause 14.2
Annex ZA (normative) - Normative references to international
         publications with their corresponding European
         publications

Pertains to two-pole appliance couplers for a.c. only, with or without earthing contact, with a rated voltage not exceeding 250 V and a rated current not exceeding 16 A, for household and similar general purposes and intended for incorporation or integration within electric appliances or other electric equipment of multi-part construction for 50 Hz or 60 Hz supply which depend on the weight of the appliance to ensure correct engagement.