CONTENTS

�1���� Scope
�2���� References
�3���� Definitions and abbreviations
������� 3.1���� Definitions
������� 3.2���� Abbreviations
�4���� Tests
������� 4.1���� General test requirements
������� 4.2���� Connector preparation
����������������� 4.2.1��� �2 or 3 wire IDC connectors
����������������� 4.2.2���� Multi pair IDC connectors
������� 4.3���� High voltage test methods
������� 4.4���� General failure criteria for IDC
������� 4.5���� Failure criteria for IDC for the mains power contact test
������� 4.6���� Ball bearings
�5���� Electrical requirements and test procedures
Annex A � Dimensioning of terminating wires for all voltage/current tests
Annex B � Connection details for voltage tests on multi pair connectors
Annex C � Connection details for current tests on multi pair connectors
Annex D � Test method for tests in aqueous solution
Appendix I � IDC service condition and application
������� I.1���� �� Environment/ service conditions
����������������� I.1.1���� Air pressure
����������� ������I.1.2���� Humidity
������� I.2���� �� Connector types and tests with respect to the service conditions
����������������� I.2.1���� Dry connector Tests
����������������� I.2.2���� Filled Connector Tests