standard byInternational Electrotechnical Commission , 11/01/2025
IEC 62196-1:2025 This part of IEC 62196 is applicable to EV plugs, EV socket-outlets, vehicle connectors, vehicle
inlets, herein referred to as "accessories", and to cable assemblies for electric vehicles (EV)
intended for use in conductive charging systems which incorporate control means, with a rated
operating voltage not exceeding
– 690 V AC 50 Hz to 60 Hz, at a rated current not exceeding 250 A, and
– 1 500 V DC at a rated current not exceeding 800 A.
These accessories and cable assemblies are intended to be installed by instructed persons
(IEV 195-04-02) or skilled persons (IEV 195-04-01) only.
These accessories and cable assemblies are intended to be used for circuits specified in the
IEC 61851 series, which operate at different voltages and frequencies, and which can include
extra-low voltage circuits, such as control and communication circuits.
These accessories and cable assemblies are anticipated to be used at an ambient temperature
between −30 °C and +40 °C.
NOTE 1 In some countries, other requirements can apply.
NOTE 2 In the following country, −40 °C applies: SE.
NOTE 3 The manufacturer can enlarge the temperature range on the condition that the specified range information
is provided.
These accessories are intended to be connected only to cables with copper or copper-alloy
conductors.
The accessories covered by this document are intended for use in electric vehicle supply
equipment in accordance with IEC 61851 (all parts).
This document does not apply to standard plugs and standard socket-outlets used for mode 1
and mode 2 according to IEC 61851-1:2017, 6.2.
NOTE 4 In the following countries, mode 1 is not allowed: UK, US, CA, SG.
