U.S.

Department
Advisory
of Transportation
Federal Aviation
Administration
Circular
Subject: FAA Specification for L-823 Date: 12/16/2021 AC No: 150/5345-26E
Plug and Receptacle, Cable Connectors Initiated By: AAS-100 Change:

1 Purpose.
This advisory circular (AC) contains the specification for plug and receptacle (cable
connectors) used with underground power cables, isolation transformer leads, and light
fixture leads for airport lighting systems.

2 Effective Date.
Effective six months after the issue date of this AC, only equipment that satisfies the
testing requirements of the specifications herein will be listed per AC 150/5345-53,
Airport Lighting Equipment Certification Program.

3 Cancellation.
AC 150/5345-26D, FAA Specification for L-823 Plug and Receptacle, Cable
Connectors, dated September 30, 2008, is canceled.

4 Application.
The Federal Aviation Administration recommends the standards and guidelines in this
AC to establish uniform application of L-823 plug and receptacle, and cable connectors.
This AC does not constitute a regulation, is not mandatory and is not legally binding in
its own right. It will not be relied upon as a separate basis by the FAA for affirmative
enforcement action or other administrative penalty. Conformity with this AC is
voluntary, and nonconformity will not affect rights and obligations under existing
statutes and regulations, except as described in subparagraphs 2, 3 and 4 below:
1. The standards and guidelines contained in this AC are practices the FAA
recommends to establish an acceptable level of safety, performance and operation
for L-823 plug and receptacle, and cable connectors.
2. This AC provides one, but not the only, acceptable means of meeting the
requirements of 14 CFR part 139, Certification of Airports.
3. Use of these standards and guidelines is mandatory for projects funded under
Federal grant assistance programs, including the Airport Improvement Program
(AIP). See Grant Assurance #34.
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4. This AC is mandatory, as required by regulation, for projects funded by the

Passenger Facility Charge program. See PFC Assurance #9.

5 Principal Changes.
The AC incorporates the following principal changes:
1. Removed and reworded references to “shall” from Figure A-2.
2. Reformatted figures in Appendix A.
3. Updated reference documents to current revisions.
4. Added a test for chemical resistance in paragraph 4.2.8 to compliment requirement
in paragraph 3.4.2.
5. Added reference for requirements for cable used with Class A connectors to
paragraph 3.4.4.1.
6. Provided clarification to couplings for resistance measurements to paragraph
4.2.2.2.
7. Provided clarification to instructions for testing connectors for shielded cables to
paragraph 4.2.2.2.
8. Updated errors in the xenon-arc weathering test in paragraph 4.2.6.
9. Corrected errors in the ozone weathering test in paragraph 4.2.6.
10. The format of the document has been updated in this version, and minor editorial
changes have been made throughout.
Hyperlinks (allowing the reader to access documents located on the internet and to
maneuver within this document) are provided throughout this document and are
identified with underlined text. When navigating within this document, return to the
previously viewed page by pressing the “ALT” and “” keys simultaneously.
Figures in this document are schematic representations and are not to scale.

6 Use of Metrics.
Throughout this AC, U.S. customary units are used followed with “soft” (rounded)
conversion to metric units. The U.S. customary units govern.

7 Where to Find this AC.

You can view a list of all ACs at
http://www.faa.gov/regulations_policies/advisory_circulars/. You can view the Federal
Aviation Regulations at http://www.faa.gov/regulations_policies/faa_regulations/.

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8 Feedback on this AC.

If you have suggestions for improving this AC, you may use the Advisory Circular
Feedback form at the end of this AC.

John R. Dermody
Director of Airport Safety and Standards

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CONTENTS

Paragraph Page

Chapter 1. SCOPE AND CLASSIFICATION....................................................................... 1-1

1.1 Scope. ............................................................................................................................ 1-1
1.2 Classification................................................................................................................. 1-1

Chapter 2. REFERENCED DOCUMENTS .......................................................................... 2-1

2.1 General. ......................................................................................................................... 2-1
2.2 FAA Advisory Circulars. .............................................................................................. 2-1
2.3 American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Standards. ................................ 2-1
2.4 Underwriters Laboratories (UL) Standards. ................................................................. 2-1
2.5 American National Standards Institute. ........................................................................ 2-1
2.6 Joint Insulated Cable Engineers Association (ICEA) and National Electronic
Manufacturer's Association (NEMA). .......................................................................... 2-2

Chapter 3. EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS ...................................................................... 3-1

3.1 General. ......................................................................................................................... 3-1
3.2 Environmental Requirements........................................................................................ 3-1
3.3 Performance Requirements. .......................................................................................... 3-1
3.4 Fabrication and Materials. ............................................................................................ 3-2

Chapter 4. EQUIPMENT QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS. ................................... 4-1

4.1 Qualification Procedures. .............................................................................................. 4-1
4.2 Qualification Tests. ....................................................................................................... 4-1

Chapter 5. PRODUCTION TEST REQUIREMENTS......................................................... 5-1

5.1 Production Tests............................................................................................................ 5-1

Appendix A. Cable Connector Figures ................................................................................. A-1

FIGURES

Figure A-1. Class A, Type II, Plugs and Receptacles – Two Conductor, 20 Ampere................ A-1
Figure A-2. Class A, Type I, Plugs and Receptacles – Single Conductor, 25 Ampere, 5000 Volts
to Ground............................................................................................................... A-3

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Paragraph Page

Figure A-3. Class B. Type I, Style 3, Plugs and Class B, Style 10, Receptacle – Single
Conductor, 5000 Volts, 25 Ampere. ..................................................................... A-4
Figure A-4. Class B, Type II, Style 4 Plug – Two Conductor, 20 Ampere, 600 Volts Between
Contacts, 1500 Volts to Ground. ........................................................................... A-5
Figure A-5. Class B, Type II, Style 11, Receptacle – Two Conductor, 20 Ampere, 600 Volts
Between Contacts, 1500 Volts to Ground. ............................................................ A-6
Figure A-6. Class B, Type II, Style 12, Receptacle – Single Conductor, 20 Ampere, 600 Volts
Between Contacts, 1500 Volts to Ground. ............................................................ A-7
Figure A-7. Class B, Type II, Style 5, Plug – Single Conductor, 20 Ampere, 600 Volts Between
Contacts, 1500 Volts to Ground. ........................................................................... A-8
Figure A-8. Class A, Type II, Style 6, Plug – Two Conductor, 20 Ampere, 600 Volts Between
Contacts, 1500 Volts to Ground. ........................................................................... A-9

TABLES

Table A-1. Class A and B, Plugs and Receptacles – Dimensions. ............................................. A-2

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CHAPTER 1. SCOPE AND CLASSIFICATION

1.1 Scope.
This specification contains requirements for plugs and receptacles (cable connectors) to
be used for underground cable connections, for power cables, isolation transformer
leads, and light fixture leads for airport systems.

1.2 Classification.
Cable connectors are classified by this specification into two types, two classes, and six
styles of plugs and two types, two classes, and six styles of receptacles. Formerly, cable
connectors were classified only by a figure number. Figures in this specification are
now numbered consecutively.

1.2.1 Type.
Plugs and receptacles with the following electrical characteristics are covered by the
specification:
Type I 1 conductor, 25 ampere, 5000-volt
Type II 2 conductor, 20 ampere, 600-volt

1.2.2 Class.
Plugs and receptacles with the following attachment methods are covered by this
specification:
Class A Factory molded to cable
Class B Field attached to cable

1.2.3 Style.
Plugs and receptacles with following styles of housing are covered by this specification:
Style 1 Plug, Figure A-1 (detail A)
Style 2 Plug, Figure A-2 (detail A)
Style 3 Plug, Figure A-3 (detail A and detail C)
Style 4 Plug, Figure A-4 (detail A, detail B, and detail C)
Style 5 Plug, Figure A-7 (detail A, detail B, and detail C).
Dimensions are defined in Table A-1.
Style 6 Plug, Figure A-8.
Dimensions are defined in Table A-1.
Style 7 Receptacle, Figure A-1 (detail B)
Style 8 Receptacle, Figure A-1 (detail C)
Style 9 Receptacle, Figure A-2 (detail B)

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Style 10 Receptacle, Figure A-3 (detail B and detail D)

Style 11 Receptacle, Figure A-5 (detail A, detail B, and detail C).
Dimensions are defined in Table A-1.
Style 12 Receptacle, Figure A-6 (detail A, detail B, and detail C).
Dimensions are defined in Table A-1.

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CHAPTER 2. REFERENCED DOCUMENTS

2.1 General.
The following documents, of the issue in effect on the date of application for
qualification, are applicable to the extent specified in this AC.

2.2 FAA Advisory Circulars.

Copies of FAA Advisory Circulars may be obtained from
www.faa.gov/airports/resources/advisory_circulars/.
AC 150/5345-7 Specification for L-824 Underground Electrical Cable for
Airport Lighting Circuits

AC 150/5345-53 Airport Lighting Equipment Certification Program

2.3 American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Standards.

Copies of ASTM Standards may be obtained from https://www.astm.org/index.html.
B 33 Tinned Soft or Annealed Copper Wire for Electrical Purposes,
Specification for

B 189-05(2015) Lead-Coated and Lead Alloy Coated Soft Copper Wire for
Electrical Purposes, Specification for

D 1149-16 Rubber Deterioration-Surface Ozone Cracking in a Chamber

(Flat Specimens), Test for

2.4 Underwriters Laboratories (UL) Standards.

Copies of UL standards may be obtained from http://ulstandards.ul.com/.
UL 1581 4th edition Reference Standard for Electrical Wires, Cables, and Flexible
Cords

2.5 American National Standards Institute.

Copies of ANSI Standards may be obtained from https://webstore.ansi.org/.
ANSI/ASQC Z1.4 Sampling Procedures and Tables for Inspection by Attributes

ANSI/EIA557B Statistical Process Control Systems

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2.6 Joint Insulated Cable Engineers Association (ICEA) and National Electronic
Manufacturer's Association (NEMA).
Copies of NEMA Standards may be obtained from: http://www.nema.org
ICEA S-95-658/ NEMA WC 70 Non-Shielded 0-2kV Power Cables

ICEA S-96-659/NEMA WC 71 Standard for Non-Shielded Cables Rated 2001-5000

Volts for use in the Distribution of Electrical
Energy

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CHAPTER 3. EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

3.1 General.
Plugs and receptacles (cable connectors) must be fabricated per all specification
requirements.

3.2 Environmental Requirements.

The plugs and receptacles (cable connectors) must be designed for continuous use
within a temperature range of -67 Fahrenheit (F) (-55 Celsius (C)) to +149F (+65C)
while exposed to weather, submerged in water, or buried in the earth.

3.3 Performance Requirements.

3.3.1 Electrical Connection.

The electrical rating of each connector must not be less than 5000 Volts (V) for type I
connectors, or 600 V for type II connectors. The voltage drop across the contacts of a
connected plug and receptacle must not exceed 7.5 millivolts (mV) for the Type I
connectors and must not exceed 6.0 mV for the Type II connectors.

3.3.2 Bonding Strength.

The completed Class A connector assembly must withstand a longitudinal pull of at
least 30,000 pounds per square inch (psi) (207 Megapascals (MPa)), 75 percent of an
average tensile strength of 40,000 psi, (276 MPa) for all wire sizes. Calculation of
tensile strength should be done by considering the cross-sectional area of the conductor
only. Separation between the molded-on connector and the cable must not exceed 0.03
inches (0.8 mm). The wires must be per with ASTM Specification B 33 and
B 189-05(2015).

3.3.3 Mechanical Connection.

Each connected plug and receptacle must withstand a static pull load of 10 pounds (44
N) without showing evidence of separation. No damage must occur to the mating
components when the connected plug and receptacle are separated by a greater static
pull load.

3.3.4 Seal.
A watertight seal must be provided between the mated plug and receptacle and between
the rubber and metal parts of the plug and receptacle.

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3.4 Fabrication and Materials.

3.4.1 General.
Each plug and receptacle (cable connector), type, class, and style must be per the
dimensions and construction requirements shown on the applicable figures in
Appendix A of this specification.

3.4.2 Housing.
The connector housing must be molded from natural and/or synthetic elastomeric
materials serving both as insulation and sheath to fully enclose the pins of the plug and
sockets of the receptacle. The housing material must be suitable for direct earth burial,
submergence in water, and capable of withstanding limited attack from chemicals,
typically present on the airfield, including but not limited to, oil, de-icing fluids and/or
gasoline. Material compounds used in connector housings must not contain more than
25 pounds (11 kilograms (kg)) of carbon black per 100 pounds (45 kg) of elastomer.
Housings for Class A connectors must be fabricated from materials capable of bonding
to cable sheaths or conductor insulation, during the manufacturing process, to provide a
watertight bond.

3.4.3 Pins and Sockets.

The pins and sockets must conform to all dimensions and construction requirements per
the applicable figures in Appendix A of this specification. Pins and sockets must be
made of materials that contain at least 98 percent copper, or free cutting brass alloy 360
(AMS C36000) and in either case must be made of material at least "half hard". The
contact portion of the pin and socket must be left "stock hard" and the crimping section,
when necessary, fully annealed. The hardness transition must be limited to the locking
section of the pin and socket. The pin and socket must be electroplated with tin or other
suitable material to provide good electrical contact per paragraph 3.3.1. The sockets
must be spring loaded or slotted and spring loaded to insure good electrical contact per
paragraph 3.3.1, and Class A sockets must have a means that protects the sockets slots
from filling with insulating compound during molding. The pin for the Style 3
connector must be provided with a visual indication that verifies proper assembly
position. Pins and sockets provided for Class B connectors must have provisions for
crimping to the cable conductor(s) and must not exhibit damage after crimping.

3.4.4 Connector Assemblies.

3.4.4.1 Class A.
Pins and sockets must be held perpendicular to the face of the block.
Suitable electrical conductors must be mechanically and electrically
connected to the pin(s) or socket(s). The connector housing must be
molded per paragraph 3.4.2. Primary connectors must meet the
requirements of ICEA S-96-659/NEMA WC 71, Standard for Non-
Shielded Cables Rated 2001-5000 Volts for use in the Distribution of
Electrical Energy, and be molded to an electrical cable having a voltage
rating equal to or less than the specified voltage rating of the connector.

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Secondary connectors must meet the requirements of ICEA S-95-658/

NEMA WC 70 Non-Shielded 0-2kV Power Cables and be molded to an
electrical cable having a voltage rating equal to or less than the specified
voltage rating of the connector with the preferred being equal to the
connector rating. A connector must never be molded to an electrical cable
having a higher voltage rating than the specification requirements for the
connector. After molding, the space between the pins of Type II plugs
must not be less than 1/8 inch (3 mm) when the pins are pinched together
with a force of 6 pounds (27 N) applied 1/2 inch (12.7 millimeters (mm))
out from the face of the plug. Also, the space between the ends of the pin
of the Type II plugs must not be greater than 9/16 inch (14.3 mm) when
the pins are pulled apart with a force of 6 pounds (27 N) applied 1/2 inch
(12.7 mm) out from the face of the plug. The force is applied to the pins
only. During testing for the above-mentioned requirements, the plug is to
be held only to keep it from turning.

3.4.4.2 Class B.

3.4.4.2.1 Type I.
Each receptacle must be equipped with a disposable sleeve fitted into the
receptacle’s water seal to catch surplus silicone compound upon assembly.
Each socket must be equipped with a disposable pin fitted tightly into the
pin end of the socket to prevent entry of silicone compound on assembly
and to provide a visual indication of proper socket position after assembly.
The pin design must be such that proper internal dispersion of silicone
compound in the assembly is assured. An adequate amount of silicone
insulating compound must be furnished with each connector to ensure
filling all internal voids when the connector is assembled. Each housing
must be capped with a disposable shipping cap on the cable entrance end.

3.4.4.2.2 Type II.

Connector assemblies must be composed of two parts, an insert assembly
and a housing. Pins or sockets must be held perpendicular to the face of
each end of the molded insert assembly and fastened. After proper
assembly, the space between the pins of the plug must not be less than 1/8
inch (3 mm) when the pins are pinched together with a force of 6 pounds
(27 N) applied 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) out from the face of the plug. Also, the
space between the ends of the pin must not be greater than 9/16 inch (14.3
mm) when the pins are pulled apart with a force of 6 pounds applied 1/2
inch (12.7 mm) out from the face of the plug. Inserts and housing must be
molded as specified in paragraph 3.4.2, and must comply with the
dimensions and styles per the applicable figures in Appendix A of this
AC. When assembled the plug and receptacle assemblies must provide a
watertight seal to prevent moisture from entering the housing.

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3.4.5 Marking.
Each plug and receptacle must be marked with manufacturer’s identification and L-823
designation with style number, e.g., L-823, Style 3.

3.4.6 Caps.
Caps must be supplied with Class A connectors (unless requested otherwise by the
buyer) to protect plugs and receptacles prior to final connection. Caps must be made of
a plastic material compatible with the housing materials per paragraph 3.4.2. When a
series short circuiting plug type cap with internal jumpers is required for Type II
receptacles, jumpers must be connected to the proper pins. The mating dimensions
must be the same as the corresponding plug. The short-circuiting cap must be
permanently marked with an "S".

3.4.7 Instructions.
Installation instructions must be furnished by the manufacturer with each Class B
connector.

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CHAPTER 4. EQUIPMENT QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS.

4.1 Qualification Procedures.

Procedures for qualifying equipment to be furnished under the Federal grant assistance
program for airports are contained in AC 150/5345-53, Airport Lighting Equipment
Certification Program.

4.2 Qualification Tests.

The following tests must be performed on each unit submitted for qualification to
demonstrate compliance with all specifications in this AC. Should a conflict exist
between this AC and referenced documents, the specification in this AC must apply.

4.2.1 General.
Assembled connectors, with conductors attached, must be subjected to electrical and
physical tests. Class B connectors must be assembled per the manufacturer’s
instructions to lengths of wire or cable, as appropriate, of at least 24 inches (0.6 m) for
all tests. Six pairs of mated connectors must be selected at random from a production
run for each type of connector to be tested for approval. Each tested connector must
pass all qualification tests. Failure of any one of the connectors in any one of the
qualification tests causes rejection and indicates failure to comply with this
specification.

4.2.2 Dielectric Tests.

4.2.2.1 Plugs and Receptacles.

Six test insert plugs made of nylon or equal material of suitable dielectric
strength must be provided for the test. The test plugs must meet the
mating dimensions of the corresponding standard plug intended for use
with the receptacle being tested. Each plug must be checked with "go"
and "no go" ring gauges to ensure compliance with specified dimensions.
Each connector receptacle under test must be mated with one of the test
plugs and allowed to soak for 24 hours in a tap water bath at room
temperature, (68-77F (20-25C)). At the end of the soaking period, with
the receptacle still immersed, apply a test voltage of 4.7 kilovolts (kV) dc
for 5 minutes to Type II connectors and 15 kV dc to Type I connectors.
One minute after the test voltage has been applied the minimum insulation
resistance between the conductors and water, and between conductors
measured with a 500-volt source must be 25,000 megohms minimum.
Receptacles that have passed this test will then be used for testing the
corresponding plugs in a like test.

4.2.2.2 Connector Assembly.

After the conclusion of the test in paragraph 4.2.2.1, each plug and
receptacle being tested must be mated and immersed in a tap water bath at

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room temperature, (68-77F (20-25C)). Immerse not more than 2 feet

(0.6 m) of cable, 1 foot (0.3 m) of the plug, and 1 foot (0.3 m) of the
receptacle. While immersed, each connector assembly must be manually
flexed for 2 minutes and then left immersed for a minimum of 24 hours
with its cable leads flexed and maintained 180 from its longitudinal axis.
Measure the insulation resistance between the conductor(s) and water, and
between conductors of each connected assembly after the 24-hour soaking
period. The resistance measurements must be taken 1 minute after a test
voltage of 4.7 kV dc has been applied for 5 minutes to Type II connectors
and 15 kV dc to Type I connectors. The minimum resistance between the
conductor(s) and water, and between conductors must be 25,000
megohms. Type I connectors intended for shielded cable must also have
resistance measurements done between the shielded conductor and water,
and between the shielded conductor and power conductor. Heat the tap
water to 149F (65C) without removing the assemblies and maintain this
temperature for at least 1 hour. Again, measure the resistance between the
conductor(s) and water, and between conductors with a 500-volt source.
The minimum acceptable resistance after the heated soaking period must
be 10,000 megohms.

4.2.3 Bond Test.

The molded bond between cable and Class A connector must be subjected to a static
longitudinal pull load of the magnitude per paragraph 3.3.2. When testing Class A,
Type II, connectors of any Style the two conductors must be pulled as a single cable,
not as individual conductors. The connector must be held in a manner that does not
impart a crimping or clamping action to the connector that would affect the pull test.
The connector molding cavity, or a similarly shaped fixture, is acceptable for holding
the connector. Separation between the molded connector and the cable jacket or
conductor insulation exceeding .03 inches must be cause for rejection.

4.2.4 Mechanical Connection Test.

Each plug and receptacle intended for mating must be connected together and subjected
to the static pull load per paragraph 3.3.3. Any evidence of separation of the connection
must be cause for rejection. An increasing load must be applied to the connector
assembly until separation occurs. No damage must occur to the mating components
when the connected plug and receptacle are separated by the greater static pull load.
Any evidence of damage to plugs, receptacles, conductors, and/or the connector bond
will be cause for rejection.

4.2.5 Electrical Connection Test.

Voltage drop measurements must be made across mated connectors while conducting
their rated current. Voltage drops in excess of those in paragraph 3.3.1 must be cause
for rejection. This test may be performed using unmolded contacts conducting rated
current. This would permit the measurement to be made without damaging the molded
connectors. This test must be performed on the equivalent of six connectors (six
contact pairs for Type I connectors and twelve contact pairs for Type II connectors).

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4.2.6 Weathering Test.

Slabs of connector housing material and sample pairs of connectors must be subjected
to simulated sunlight by conditioning with xenon-arc radiation for 720 hours as per
Section 1200.1 of UL 1581. The conditioned and unconditioned slabs of connector
housing material must then be evaluated to Section 1200.15 of UL 1581 in accordance
with the procedure found in UL 2556. Failure of the material test slab samples to meet
the ratio requirements of section 1200.15 of UL 1581 must be cause for rejection.
Cracking of the sample connectors must also be cause for rejection.
Additionally, slabs of connector housing material and sample pairs of connectors must
be exposed to ozone per ASTM D1149-16 with 50 parts per hundred million (pphm)
ozone, 38C, 20 percent sample extension (procedure B1 static strain), and 100 hours
exposure. Cracking of the connectors, or test slabs as a result of the ozone exposure
will be cause for rejection.

4.2.7 Metal Bond Test.

Class A assemblies must have their connector plug and receptacle placed in water, with
20 psi air pressure applied from the free end of the cable, for 10 minutes. There must be
no air bubbles emanating from the assembly observed in the water.

4.2.8 Housing
Expose the material to the specified chemicals (not submersion) for a period of 20 days
at the specified maximum temperature.

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CHAPTER 5. PRODUCTION TEST REQUIREMENTS

5.1 Production Tests.

Each connector must be visually inspected and interface dimensions checked per the
process control below. Each plug and receptacle, cable connector (Class A) must be
subjected to a dielectric and continuity test during the validation of a production run.
The test voltage must be 4.7 kV dc for Type II connectors and 15 kV dc for Type I
connectors. The minimum insulation resistance between the conductors must be 23,500
megohms for Type II connectors and 75,000 megohms for Type I connectors (0.2 micro
amps leakage current). The application of the test voltage may be reduced to 1 second.
For conventional testing, sampling is defined by ANSI/ASQC Z1.4-1993, Inspection
Level II, AQL 2.5. For SPC systems, sample per ANSI/EIA557B 2015 and show
statistical capability with a Cpk1.0 and  3.0.

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Appendix A

APPENDIX A. CABLE CONNECTOR FIGURES

Figure A-1. Class A, Type II, Plugs and Receptacles – Two Conductor, 20 Ampere.

D
G
C
F

B DIA

E DIA A DIA

(A) Plug-Class A, Type II, Style I

K G

J DIA

E DIA H DIA
L

(B) Receptacle-Class A, Type II, Style 7

O
N
K G

J DIA

P M

H DIA
E DIA
L

(C) Receptacle-Class A, Type II, Style 8

Note: Dimensions are defined in Table A-1.

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Appendix A

Table A-1. Class A and B, Plugs and Receptacles – Dimensions.

Dimension Inches Millimeters References

A .155 ± .001 3.937 ± .025 Connector

B .124 ± .001 3.150 ± .025 Connector

C .625 ± .015 15.875 ± .381 Plug, pin

D .343 + .031, -.000 8.712 + .787, -.000 Plug

E .435 ± .010 11.049 ± .254 Plug, receptacle

F .725 + .020, -.000 18.415 + .508, -.000 Plug

G 1.000 + .000, -.031 25.40 + .000, -.787 Plug, receptacle

H .1570 + .0010, -.0007 3.988 + .0254, -.018 Socket, diameter before splitting

J .1260 + .0010, -.0007 3.2004 + 0254, -.018 Receptacle

Depth of socket includes
K .641 Minimum 16.28 Minumum .125" [3.18 mm] recess below
inside face of receptacle
L .358 + .000, -.015 9.093 + .000, -.381 Receptacle

M .694 ± .010 17.628 ± .254 Receptacle

N 1.125 ± .031 28.575 ± .787 Receptacle

O 1.500 ± .031 38.10 ± .787 Receptacle

P 1.750 ± .031 44.45 ± .787 Receptacle

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Appendix A

Figure A-2. Class A, Type I, Plugs and Receptacles – Single Conductor, 25

Ampere, 5000 Volts to Ground.

I D K
J
E DIA

(A) Plug-Class A, Type I, Style 2

M
F

L
K Note: Recess the metal socket not more than
1/8" [3.175 mm] below inside face of receptacle
and before splitting shall have an i.d. of:
.188 +.001, -.0007 [(4.775 +0.254, -0.0178 mm]

(B) Receptacle-Class A, Type I, Style 9

Dimension Inches Millimeters

D 1.062 ± .015 26.975 ± .381

E .186 ± .001 4.7244 ± .0254

F 1.080 Minimum 27.432 Minimum

I .593 + .015, - .000 15.062 + .381, - .000

J .604 + .010, - .000 15.342 + .254, - .000

K .937 + .000, - .031 23.800 + .000, - .787

L .573 ± .010 14.554 ± .254

M .608 + .000, - .015 15.443 + .000, -.381

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Figure A-3. Class B. Type I, Style 3, Plugs and Class B, Style 10, Receptacle –
Single Conductor, 5000 Volts, 25 Ampere.

Optional locking Optional locking

C
design design
B

D F C

A E DIA H G

(A) Pin-Style 3, Plug (B) Socket-Style 10, Receptacle

Grease pressure relief slot Grease pressure relief slot

N J K K L N

I M

Optional Optional
internal compound chamber internal compound chamber
& locking design & locking design

(C) Plug-Class B, Type I, Style 3 (D) Receptacle-Class B, Type I, Style 10

Dimension Inches Millimeters References

A, B, C Dimensioned to provide a compression fitting for the specified cable size

D 1.062 ± .015 26.975 ± .381 Pin

E .186 ± .001 4.7244 ± .0254 Pin

Depth of socket includes .125" [3.175 mm]
F 1.080 Minimum 27.432 Minimum
recess below inside face of receptacle
G .188 + .001, - .0007 4.7752 + .0254, - .0178 Socket (before splitting)

H .025 ±.010 .635 ± .254 Socket (2 saw slots minimum) if required

I .593 + .015, -.000 15.062 + .381, - .000 Plug

J .604 + .010, -.000 15.342 + .254, - .000 Plug

Plug, receptacle
(Note : K dimension may vary except within
K .937 + .000, - .031 23.800 + .000, - .787
1" [25.4 mm] of the mating ends measured
from the connector tip)
L .573 ± .010 14.554 ± .254 Receptacle

M .608 + .000, - .015 15.443 + .000, - .381 Receptacle

N Dimensioned to provide a waterproof seal with the cable insulation

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Figure A-4. Class B, Type II, Style 4 Plug – Two Conductor, 20 Ampere, 600 Volts
Between Contacts, 1500 Volts to Ground.

F C

B DIA

Sized to fit
the specified
conductor

E DIA A DIA

(A) Insert Assembly

Sized to provide
a water tight seal
with specified cable

Optional internal &

locking design

(B) Housing

(C) Plug, A & B Assembled, Style 4

Note: Dimensions are defined in Table A-1.

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Figure A-5. Class B, Type II, Style 11, Receptacle – Two Conductor, 20 Ampere,
600 Volts Between Contacts, 1500 Volts to Ground.

Sized to fit
H the specified
conductor

E DIA
K

(A) Insert Assembly

M Sized to provide
a water tight seal
with specified cable

Optional internal &

locking design

(B) Housing

(C) Receptacle, A & B assembled, Style 11

Note: Dimensions are defined in Table A-1.

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Figure A-6. Class B, Type II, Style 12, Receptacle – Single Conductor, 20 Ampere,
600 Volts Between Contacts, 1500 Volts to Ground.

Sized to fit
H the specified
conductor

E DIA
K

(A) Insert Assembly

Sized to provide
a water tight seal
with specified cable

(B) Housing

Optional internal &

locking design

(C) Receptacle, A & B assembled, Style 12

Note: Dimensions are defined in Table A-1.

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Figure A-7. Class B, Type II, Style 5, Plug – Single Conductor, 20 Ampere, 600
Volts Between Contacts, 1500 Volts to Ground.

F C
B DIA

E DIA A DIA Sized to fit the specified conductor

(A) Insert Assembly

Sized to provide a water tight G

seal with specified cable

(B) Housing

Optional internal &

locking design

C D

(C) Plug, A & B Assembled, Style 5

Note: Dimensions are defined in Table A-1.

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Figure A-8. Class A, Type II, Style 6, Plug – Two Conductor, 20 Ampere, 600
Volts Between Contacts, 1500 Volts to Ground.

E DIA

Note: Dimensions are defined in Table A-1.

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