EN 60512-6-5:1999

Electromechanical components for electronic equipment - Basic testing procedures and measuring methods - Part 6: Dynamic stress tests - Section 5: Test 6e: Random vibration

Defines a test method intended to assess the ability of components to withstand specified severities of random vibration.

Elektrisch-mechanische Bauelemente für elektronische Einrichtungen - Meß- und Prüfverfahren - Teil 6: Prüfungen mit dynamisch-mechanischer Beanspruchung - Hauptabschnitt 5: Prüfung 6e: Schwingen, rauschförmig

Composants électromécaniques pour équipements électroniques - Procédures d'essai de base et méthodes de mesure - Partie 6: Essais de contraintes dynamiques - Section 5: Essai 6e: Vibrations aléatoires

Définit une méthode d'essai normalisée pour évaluer l'aptitude des composants à supporter des vibrations aléatoires de sévérité spécifiée.

Electromechanical components for electronic equipment - Basic testing procedure and measuring methods - Part 6: Dynamic stress tests - Section 5: Test 6e: Random vibration (IEC 60512-6-5:1997, modified)

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 23-Nov-1999
• Withdrawal Date: 30-Sep-2002
• ICS: 31.220 - Electromechanical components for electronic and telecommunications equipment
• Technical Committee: CLC/SR 48B - Connectors
• Drafting Committee: IEC/SC 48B - IEC_SC_48B
• Parallel Committee: IEC/SC 48B - IEC_SC_48B
• Current Stage: 6060 - Document made available - Publishing
• Start Date: 24-Nov-1999
• Completion Date: 24-Nov-1999
• Ref Project: SIST EN 60512-6-5:2002 - Electromechanical components for electronic equipment - Basic testing procedures and measuring methods -- Part 6: Dynamic stress tests -- Section 5: Test 6e: Random vibration

Overview

EN 60512-6-5:1999 is a crucial European standard within the field of electromechanical components for electronic equipment. This standard defines basic testing procedures and measuring methods targeting the dynamic stress testing of components, specifically focusing on the random vibration test (Test 6e). Developed by the CLC and based on IEC 60512-6-5, it is designed to evaluate the ability of electromechanical components to withstand specified severities of random vibration stresses, simulating real-world operational and environmental conditions.

Key Topics

• Scope and Objective
  The standard outlines a test method intended to assess the durability and reliability of electronic and electromechanical components when subjected to random vibration stresses. This aims to ensure operational stability and mechanical integrity in noisy or vibrating environments.

• Normative References
  The test method references related IEC environmental testing standards for random vibration, including:

  • IEC 60068-2-34 (test Fd) – random vibration general requirements
  • IEC 60068-2-35, -36, -37 – random vibration reproducibility at high, medium, and low levels
  • IEC 60512-2 – basic electrical continuity and resistance tests

• Preparation of Specimens
  Tests require components to be assembled with their normal accessories, mounted and wired according to detailed specifications. Wiring conditions and sensor attachment points must be defined. Specimens may require multiple mating/unmating cycles before testing.

• Test Procedure
  Random vibration tests are conducted by subjecting specimens to vibration in three mutually perpendicular axes, including parallel to engagement direction. The vibration magnitude must be monitored near mounting points to control the test machine. Temperature conditions can also be specified.

• Measurement and Monitoring
  Electrical continuity is continuously monitored in accordance with IEC 60512-2 procedures, with a typical electrical load of 100 mA unless otherwise specified. Measurements are performed before, during, and after testing to assess component performance and detect potential failures.

• Test Conditions and Documentation
  Detailed parameters such as frequency range, acceleration spectral density, test duration, environmental temperature, and reproducibility level are specified in the related detail specifications. Comprehensive test reports must include all relevant data for traceability and validation.

Applications

EN 60512-6-5:1999 is applicable in industries where electromechanical connectors, switches, relays, and other components are used under conditions subject to random mechanical vibrations, such as:

• Aerospace and avionics systems
• Automotive electronics
• Industrial machinery and automation equipment
• Telecommunications and networking hardware
• Consumer electronic devices
• Military and defense electronics

This standard helps manufacturers and quality assurance professionals validate the mechanical robustness and reliability of components to prevent vibration-induced failures, which can lead to operational downtime or critical malfunctions.

Related Standards

EN 60512-6-5:1999 forms part of the broader IEC 60512 series on testing electromechanical components for electronic equipment, particularly:

• IEC 60512-1: General provisions and overview of testing procedures
• IEC 60068-2 series: Environmental testing methods, including vibration and shock tests
• IEC 60512-2: Tests for electrical continuity, contact resistance, and insulation
• Additional parts of IEC 60512-6: Covering other dynamic stress tests beyond random vibration

Compliance with these complementary standards ensures a comprehensive assessment of components’ electrical and mechanical performance under various conditions.

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Keywords: EN 60512-6-5, random vibration test, electromechanical components, electronic equipment, dynamic stress tests, IEC 60512, vibration testing standards, connector testing, electrical continuity monitoring, environmental stress testing.

Standards Content (Sample)

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-september-2002
Electromechanical components for electronic equipment - Basic testing procedure
and measuring methods - Part 6: Dynamic stress tests - Section 5: Test 6e:
Random vibration (IEC 60512-6-5:1997, modified)
Electromechanical components for electronic equipment - Basic testing procedures and
measuring methods -- Part 6: Dynamic stress tests -- Section 5: Test 6e: Random
vibration
Elektrisch-mechanische Bauelemente für elektronische Einrichtungen - Meß- und
Prüfverfahren -- Teil 6: Prüfungen mit dynamisch-mechanischer Beanspruchung --
Hauptabschnitt 5: Prüfung 6e: Schwingen, rauschförmig
Composants électromécaniques pour équipements électroniques - Procédures d'essai
de base et méthodes de mesure -- Partie 6: Essais de contraintes dynamiques -- Section
5: Essai 6e: Vibrations aléatoires
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 60512-6-5:1999
ICS:
31.220.01 Elektromehanske Electromechanical
komponente (sestavni deli, components in general
gradniki) na splošno
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

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60512-6-5
INTERNATIONAL
Première édition
STANDARD
First edition
1997-10
Composants électromécaniques
pour équipements électroniques –
Procédures d’essai de base et méthodes
de mesure –
Partie 6:
Essais de contraintes dynamiques –
Section 5: Essai 6e: Vibrations aléatoires
Electromechanical components
for electronic equipment –
Basic testing procedures and
measuring methods –
Part 6:
Dynamic stress tests –
Section 5: Test 6e: Random vibration
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60512-6-5  IEC:1997 – 3 –
INTERNATIONAL ELECTROTECHNICAL COMMISSION
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ELECTROMECHANICAL COMPONENTS FOR
ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT –
BASIC TESTING PROCEDURES AND MEASURING METHODS –
Part 6: Dynamic stress tests –
Section 5: Test 6e: Random vibration
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International Standard IEC 60512-6-5 has been prepared by subcommittee 48B: Connectors, of
IEC technical committee 48: Electromechanical components and mechanical structures for
electronic equipment.
This standard should be read in conjunction with part 1: General, issued as IEC 60512-1. The
complete standard will include other tests which will be issued as they become available.
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