UL 498 Figure 10.1 Compliance Gauge PA190

The UL 498 Figure 10.1 Compliance Gauge PA190 is engineered to the exact specifications of UL 498 Figure 10.1, serving as a precision instrument for verifying the structural integrity and dimensional compliance of plugs and sockets. All design parameters and performance characteristics align with the standard’s requirements, ensuring reliable and accurate test results. Constructed from materials exhibiting high hardness and minimal thermal expansion, this gauge maintains dimensional stability and tolerance precision across varying environmental conditions. It is an essential tool for manufacturers and testing laboratories conducting compliance verification and quality assurance on plug and socket products, ensuring adherence to the safety and quality benchmarks established by UL 498.

Specifications
• Compliant with UL 498 Figure 10.1 standard requirements
• Material hardness minimum of 50HRC
• Low thermal expansion coefficient ensures dimensional and tolerance stability
• Gauge dimensions and tolerances conform to standard specifications
• Surface roughness meets standard-defined parameters
• High-quality material construction ensures durability and measurement precision

Test Procedures
• Prepare the verification gauge and the plugs or sockets for inspection, ensuring both the instrument and test specimens are free from contamination, deformation, or other defects that could compromise measurement accuracy.
• Following UL 498 Figure 10.1 operational guidelines, precisely align the gauge with the designated inspection points on the plug or socket.
• Carefully position or insert the gauge into the corresponding structural features of the test specimen, and assess structural and dimensional compliance through gauge fit and contact evaluation.