Gauges for CEE 7 C3 10/16A 250V Two-pole Socket-outlets

The IECEE CEE-7 C3 gauge is designed to ensure structural and dimensional compliance of 10/16A 250V two-pole socket-outlets with IECEE CEE-7 standards. Engineered with precision, it adheres to stringent requirements for dimensions, tolerances, material quality, hardness, and surface roughness. With a material hardness exceeding 50HRC and a low thermal expansion coefficient, this gauge maintains dimensional accuracy, ensuring that two-pole plugs can be fully inserted into the tested socket-outlets without undue force, in accordance with standard specifications.

• Rated current compatibility: 10/16A
• Rated voltage compatibility: 250V
• Applicable product type: Two-pole socket-outlets
• Compliance standard: IECEE CEE-7 “Specification for plugs and socket-outlets for domestic and similar purpose” C3
• Core function: Acceptance testing of two-pole plug insertion
• Material hardness: Above 50HRC
• Material property: Low thermal expansion coefficient
• Dimensional feature: Stable and reliable with strict tolerance control
• Surface finish: Meets standard requirements for surface roughness
• Key performance requirement: Pins on both sides of the gauge can be fully inserted into the socket-outlet without undue force
• Corresponding standard figure: Fig.3

Test Procedures:

1. Prepare the test gauge and the 10/16A 250V two-pole socket-outlet to be tested, ensuring both are clean, free from debris, damage, or deformation that may affect test results.
2. Confirm the gauge’s dimensions and surface condition comply with IECEE CEE-7 C3 standard requirements before starting the test.
3. Align the gauge’s pins with the contact openings of the socket-outlet in accordance with the orientation specified in Fig.3 of the standard.
4. Attempt to insert the gauge’s pins fully into the socket-outlet, applying only gentle and steady force without excessive pressure.
5. Verify whether the pins can be completely inserted into the socket-outlet without undue force.