AS NZS 3112 Australia and New Zealand Plug and Socket Gauge  | Comprehensive Guide & Product List

Product Introduction

Welcome to our comprehensive guide on the Australia plug and socket gauge AS/NZS 3112. This standard outlines the specifications for various gauges used to test and ensure the safety and compatibility of plugs and sockets in Australia and New Zealand. Below, you'll find detailed descriptions of each gauge as per the AS/NZS 3112 standard.

Gauge List

1. AS/NZS3112 Figure 3.1

   • Description: Gauge for depth of no-contact test
   • Purpose: This gauge is used to measure the depth at which no electrical contact is made, ensuring safety and preventing accidental electric shocks.

2. AS/NZS3112 Figure 3.6

   • Description: Device for checking the resistance to lateral strain (three-pin gauge)
   • Purpose: This device tests the durability of three-pin plugs against lateral strain, ensuring they remain securely in place during use.

3. AS/NZS3112 Figure 3.7

   • Description: Device for checking the resistance to lateral strain (two-pin gauge)
   • Purpose: Similar to Figure 3.6, this device tests two-pin plugs for their resistance to lateral strain.

4. AS/NZS3112 Figure A

   • Description: Gauge for three-pin 250V max flat-pin plugs
   • Purpose: This gauge ensures that three-pin flat-pin plugs are compliant with safety standards up to a maximum voltage of 250V.

5. AS/NZS3112 Figure B

   • Description: Gauge for two-pin flat-pin 125V max plugs (with parallel pins)
   • Purpose: This gauge checks two-pin flat-pin plugs with parallel pins for compliance with safety standards up to a maximum voltage of 125V.

6. AS/NZS3112 Figure C

   • Description: Three-pin test plug for checking three-pin flat-pin 250V max socket-outlets against the standard test finger, in accordance with clauses 3.3.4 and 3.8.1
   • Purpose: Used to verify that three-pin socket-outlets can safely accommodate standard test fingers without risk of electric shock.

7. AS/NZS3112 Figure D

   • Description: Three-pin test plug for checking three-pin flat-pin 250V max socket-outlets against incorrect insertion of plugs, in accordance with clause 3.8.2
   • Purpose: Ensures that three-pin socket-outlets prevent incorrect insertion of plugs, enhancing safety.

8. AS/NZS3112 Figure F

   • Description: Gauge for flat and round pin plugs
   • Purpose: This versatile gauge checks both flat and round pin plugs for compliance with safety standards.

9. AS/NZS3112 Figure G

   • Description: Three-pin test plug with flat and round pins for tests to clauses 3.3.4 and 3.8.1
   • Purpose: Used to ensure that three-pin socket-outlets are compatible with both flat and round pin configurations as per specified clauses.

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