Preface
This is the harmonized ANCE, CSA Group, and ULSE standard for Pin and Sleeve Configurations . It is the first edition of NMX-J-864-ANCE, the first edition of CSA C22.2 No. 182.6, and the fifth edition of UL 1686. This edition of UL 1686 supersedes the previous edition published August 17, 2012. This harmonized standard was prepared by the Association of Standardization and Certification (ANCE), CSA Group, and ULSE. The efforts and support of the Technical Harmonization Subcommittee 23H under CANENA on the Harmonization of Electrotechnical Standards of the Nations of the Americas (CANENA), are gratefully acknowledged. This Standard is considered suitable for use for conformity assessment within the stated scope of the Standard. The present Mexican standard was developed by the CT 23 Electrical Accessories (Wiring Devices) from the Comite de Normalizacion de la Asociacion de Normalizacion y Certificacion, A.C., CONANCE, with the collaboration of the electrical manufacturers and users. This standard was reviewed by the CSA Integrated Committee on Wiring Devices, under the jurisdiction of the CSA Technical Committee on Wiring Products and the CSA Strategic Steering Committee on Requirements for Electrical Safety (SCORES), and has been formally approved by the CSA Technical Committee. This standard has been developed in compliance with the Standards Council of Canada requirements for National Standards of Canada. It has been published as a National Standard of Canada by CSA Group.
Scope
1.1 These configurations cover attachment plugs, receptacles, and cord connectors, for use in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NEC), NFPA 70 and CSA C22.1, Canadian Electrical Code, Part I (CE Code).
1.2 These configurations do not cover devices rated at more than 800 A or for more than 600 V.
