BS EN 60352-2

Significance

Crimped connections are prevalent in automotive wiring, aerospace assemblies, industrial control systems, and consumer electronics, where failure of a connection would have serious safety and performance issues. The testing frame defined in BS EN IEC 60352-2 covers tensile pull-out strength, crimp resistance, bending performance, vibration resistance, and climatic durability, guaranteeing a detailed and repeatable testing process. With its new classification system (Class A (general), Class B (dedicated service), and Class C (high-performance)), manufacturers can match the stringency of testing to reliability requirements for their end use.

Scope

This standard specifies general requirements, test methods, and practical guidance for crimped connections used in electrical and electronic equipment. It addresses crimp barrel materials, conductor specifications, wire stripping requirements, crimping tool prerequisites, and dimensional examination of finished crimps. Key mechanical tests include tensile strength (pull-out force), bending, vibration, and microsection analysis, complemented by electrical tests for crimp resistance and current-carrying capacity. It is applicable to open crimp barrels and closed crimp barrels, with pre-insulated and splice conductor cross-sectional areas as specified in the standard.