EN 50250:2002

This standard applies to conversion adaptors intended mainly for industrial use,comprising a housing of insulating material which incorporates an industrial2P + , 16 A, 6 h 250 V~ type plug part (Table 104 in standard EN 60309-2) and oneor two socket-outlets in accordance with the relevant national standards for socketoutletsfor household and similar use, with a rated current up to 16 A, intended mainlyfor industrial use either indoors or outdoors.Adaptors can be used in conjunction with socket-outlets and/or connectorsThis standard applies to all applications where the ambient temperature does notnormally exceed 40 °C.The use of these adaptors on building sites, for agricultural, commercial and domesticapplications is not precluded but care should be taken in considering protectingdevices in use.Adaptors are for temporary use only.In locations where special conditions prevail, for example on board ship or whereexplosions are liable to occur, additional requirements may be necessary.