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BS 5620:1979

Superseded

Superseded

A superseded Standard is one, which is fully replaced by another Standard, which is a new edition of the same Standard.

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Specification for 200 A flameproof restrained and bolted plugs and sockets for voltages not exceeding 1100 V, primarily for use in mining

Available format(s)

Hardcopy , PDF

Superseded date

15-02-1995

Language(s)

English

Published date

31-07-1979

Foreword
Cooperating organizations
Specification
1. Scope
2. References
3. Definitions
4. Metallic components
5. Insulation
6. Contacts
7. Terminals
8. Plug
9. Socket
10. Plug and socket assembly
11. Plug coupling unit
12. Dimensions
13. Flameproof enclosure
14. Tests
15. Marking
Appendices
A. Information to be provided with enquiry and order
B. Mechanical interlocking
Tables
1. Requirements for insulation materials
2. Parameters for cable gland slip test
3. Parameters for contact pressure testing of contact
     tubes
Figures
1. Restrained plug showing essential dimensions for
     function and interchangeability (650 V mode)
2. Bolted plug showing essential dimensions for
     function and interchangeability (650 V mode)
3. Restrained socket showing essential dimensions
     for function and interchangeability (650 V mode)
4. Bolted socket showing essential dimensions for
     function and interchangeability (650 V mode)
5. Contact dispositions for alternative voltage modes
6. Flameproof closure cap for restrained sockets
     showing essential dimensions for function and
     interchangeability
7. Flameproof closure cap for bolted sockets showing
     essential dimensions for function and inter-
     changeability

Dimensional and test requirements for interconnection and safe use of flameproof restrained and bolted plugs and sockets for 200 A, 650 V (single voltage) and 650 A, 1100 V (dual voltage).

Committee
MRE/1
DevelopmentNote
REPLACES BS 4673:1971.
DocumentType
Standard
Pages
16
PublisherName
British Standards Institution
Status
Superseded
SupersededBy
Supersedes

BS 7202:1989 Specification for non-incendive low voltage control/interlock and low voltage earth fault monitoring circuits for use in mines

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BS 2782-3 Method 335A:1978 Methods of testing plastics. Mechanical properties Determination of flexural properties of rigid plastics
BS 4683-2:1971 Specification for electrical apparatus for explosive atmospheres The construction and testing of flameproof enclosures of electrical apparatus

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