EN IEC 62196 Plugs, Sockets, Vehicle Connectors and Vehicle Inlets - Conductive Charging of Electric Vehicles

The standard "EN IEC 62196 Plugs, sockets, vehicle connectors and vehicle inlets - Conductive charging of electric vehicles", which is based on a European standard and subsequently published by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), consists of the following subsections published under the same title:

• The standard “EN IEC 62196-1 Part 1: General requirements” applies to cable assemblies for electric vehicles (EV) incorporating control means and designed for use in EV plugs, EV socket outlets, vehicle connectors, vehicle inlets and conductive charging systems, and the nominal operating voltage of which must not exceed:
  • 690 Volts AC 50 Hz to 60 Hz, 250 A nominal current
  • 1500 Volt DC, 800 A nominal current

These accessories and cable assemblies are intended for installation by trained or qualified personnel only. These accessories and cable assemblies are intended for use in circuits specified in IEC 61851 (all parts) that operate at different voltages and frequencies and may include extra-low voltage and communication signals.

These accessories and cable assemblies are designed for use in ambient temperatures between -30°C and +40°C. In some countries, other requirements may apply.

The manufacturer may extend the temperature range provided the specified range information is provided. These accessories are designed for connection only to cables with copper or copper alloy conductors. The accessories included in this standard are designed for use in electric vehicle power supply equipment in accordance with IEC 61851 (all parts). This standard does not apply to standard plugs and sockets used for mode 1 and mode 2 of IEC 61851-1.

• The standard "EN IEC 62196-2 Part 2: Dimensional compatibility requirements for AC pin and contact tube accessories" applies to EV plugs, EV sockets, vehicle connectors, and vehicle inlets with standard configurations of pins and contact tubes. These accessories have a nominal rated operational voltage not exceeding 480 Volts AC, 50 Hz to 60 Hz and a current of 63 A three-phase or 70 A single-phase, for use in conductive charging of electric vehicles. This standard covers the basic interface accessories for the vehicle supply specified in IEC 62196-1.

The term electric on-road vehicles (EVs) encompasses all on-road vehicles, including plug-in hybrids, that derive all or part of their power from rechargeable energy storage systems. These accessories are designed for use in circuits specified in the IEC 61851-1 standard, operating at different voltages and frequencies and may include extra-low voltage (ELV) and communication signals. The use of these accessories for bidirectional power transmission is being evaluated.

This standard applies to accessories to be used in ambient temperatures between minus 30 degrees and plus 40 degrees.

These accessories are designed for connection only to cables with copper or copper alloy conductors. The vehicle inlets and vehicle connectors described in this standard are designed for charging in modes 1, 2, and 3 (states B and C). The EV sockets and EV plugs discussed in this standard are designed for charging in modes 3 (states A and B) only. The modes and permitted connections are specified in IEC 61851-1.

• The standard "EN IEC 62196-3 Part 3: Dimensional compatibility requirements for DC and AC/DC pin and contact tube vehicle connectors" applies to pin and contact tube vehicle connectors of standard configurations intended for use in electric vehicle conductive charging systems incorporating control means and having a rated operational voltage and current in accordance with IEC 62196-1. This standard applies to high-power DC interfaces and combined AC/DC vehicle connector interfaces intended for use in conductive charging systems for circuits specified in IEC 61851-1 and IEC 61851-23.

The DC vehicle connectors and inputs discussed in this standard are used only in charging mode 4 according to condition C, as shown in the IEC 61851-1 standard. These vehicle couplers are designed to be used for circuits specified in the IEC 61851-23 standard (operating at different voltages and capable of incorporating ELV and communication signals).

This standard applies to vehicle couplers intended for use in ambient temperatures between -30°C and +40°C. In some countries, other requirements may apply. These vehicle couplers are designed for connection to cables with copper or copper alloy conductors only.

• The standard “EN IEC 62196-3-1 Part 3-1: Vehicle connector, vehicle inlet and cable assembly for DC charging intended for use with thermal management system” applies to accessories and cable assemblies utilizing thermal sensing or thermal transport and thermal sensing with the system architecture described, which are identical to the configuration specified in IEC 62196-3 and have a nominal operating voltage not exceeding 1500 Volts DC and a nominal current not exceeding 500 A. These accessories and cable assemblies are intended for use in conductive charging systems for circuits specified in IEC 61851-23.

Accessories covered by this standard are designed for use in charging mode 4 according to standard IEC 61851-1. These accessories are designed to be connected to cables according to the IEC 62893 series for DC cables.

• The standard "EN IEC 62196-4 Part 4: Dimensional compatibility and interchangeability requirements for DC pin and contact tube accessories for Class II or Class III applications" applies to plugs, sockets, vehicle connectors, and vehicle inlets with standard configurations for the DC power supply of electric road vehicles. In these systems, protection against electric shock is based on double or reinforced insulation between all AC and DC inputs and outputs of the EV supply equipment. They are designed for use in conductive power supply systems that may include control equipment and have a maximum operating voltage up to 120 Volts DC and not exceeding 60 A.

These accessories are intended for use in circuits specified in IEC 61851-3 (all parts). Accessories covered by IEC 62196-4 are intended for use only in electric vehicles providing a double or reinforced insulated vehicle power supply circuit or in battery systems covered by IEC 61851-3 (all parts).

These accessories and cable assemblies are designed for use in ambient temperatures between -30°C and +50°C. These accessories are designed to connect only to cables with copper or copper alloy conductors.

• The standard “EN IEC 62196-6 Part 6: Dimensional compatibility requirements for DC pin and contact tube vehicle connectors intended for use in DC EV supply equipment where protection is based on electrical separation” applies to vehicle connectors, vehicle inlets and cable assemblies for electric vehicles (EV) with a nominal operating voltage of up to 120 Volts DC and a nominal current of up to 100 A, intended for use in conductive charging systems incorporating control devices. These accessories are intended to be used for the DC interface of the conductive charging system in accordance with standard IEC 61851-25.

This standard applies to accessories and cable assemblies for use in ambient temperatures between -30°C and +40°C. The vehicle connector and vehicle inputs are designed to connect only to cables with copper or copper alloy conductors.

With the continued development and widespread use of electric power in other classes of electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrid electric vehicles, the introduction and commercialization of electric two- and three-wheelers is accelerating in the global market, addressing global concerns about carbon dioxide reduction and energy conservation. Compared to passenger cars, two- and three-wheelers have a shorter range per charge and require more charging opportunities, particularly public DC charging stations. This standard describes the general and basic requirements for a compact interface for small-sized DC EV power supply equipment that can be installed in various locations, such as convenience stores, newsstands, and lottery booths, and could contribute to the widespread adoption of two- and three-wheelers.

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