This standard shall serve as a generic specification providing the basic for the sectional standards which apply to individuak connector types. It is intended to establish uniform concepts and procedures concerning :
- terminology;
- standard ratings and characteristics;
- testing and measuring procedures concerning electrical and mechanical properties;
- classification of connectors with regard to environmental testing procedures involving temperature, humidity and vibration.
The test methods and procedures of the standard are intended primarily for type approval testing. They may also be adopted, by agreement between manufacturer and customer, to serve as a basis for acceptance tests.