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Abstract

Specifies requirements for the safety performance and interchangeability of sockets rated 500V, 125A a.c. and associated components and for plug-in meters.
RECONFIRMATION NOTICE
Technical Committee EL-011 has reviewed the content of this publication and in
accordance with Standards Australia procedures for reconfirmation, it has been
determined that the publication is still valid and does not require change.
Certain documents referenced in the publication may have been amended since the
original date of publication. Users are advised to ensure that they are using the latest
versions of such documents as appropriate, unless advised otherwise in this
Reconfirmation Notice.
Approved for reconfirmation in accordance with Standards Australia procedures for
reconfirmation on 12 May 2016.
The following are represented on Technical Committee EL-011:
Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Australian Energy Council
Australian Energy Market Operator
Australian Industry Group
Consumers Federation of Australia
Electrical Regulatory Authorities Council
Energy Networks Association
National Electrical and Communications Association
National Measurement Institute

Scope

This Standard specifies safety, performance and interchangeability requirements for sockets rated 500 V, 125 A, for plug-in devices, for retaining covers, and for blanking plates. This Standard also specifies standard connection arrangements (see Appendix A), and standard arrangements for multiple sockets (see Appendix B).
NOTES:
1 Where a socket is to be used with a device rated at more than 100 A, the socket should be wired with a minimum of 35 mm copper cable to terminals A and L.
2 To facilitate the specification and purchase of sockets and other components, the Standard lists information which should be supplied with enquiry and order (see Appendix C).

General Product Information

Published
Document Type	Standard
Status	Current
Publisher	Standards Australia
ProductNote	Reconfirmed 15/07/2016. This standard has been reconfirmed in Australia in 2016 and remains current in New Zealand. Reconfirmation Notice 15/07/2016
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ISBN
Committee	EL-011
Supersedes	AS 1284.4-1994