IEC 62613-2:2016
Plugs, socket-outlets and ship couplers for high-voltage shore connection systems (HVSC-systems) - Part 2: Dimensional compatibility and interchangeability requirements for accessories to be used by various types of ships
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IEC 62613-2:2016 addresses the dimensional compatibility and interchangeability requirements for plugs, socket-outlets and ship couplers used in high-voltage shore connection systems. It is relevant when teams need a technical reference for matching accessories across ship types, reviewing interface expectations, or supporting conformity assessment in marine electrical projects. For engineering, procurement, and verification activities, the document helps define a clearer basis for technical review and operational consistency where shore connection equipment must align reliably with shipboard use conditions.
What is IEC 62613-2:2016?
IEC 62613-2:2016 is a technical document focused on the physical compatibility of accessories used in high-voltage shore connection systems. Based on its title, it is concerned with dimensions and interchangeability rather than broader system design, so it is especially useful when evaluating whether plugs, socket-outlets, and ship couplers can be paired across different ship applications. In compliance workflows, it supports documented evaluation, design coordination, and technical validation for equipment intended to connect safely and consistently.
Applications of IEC 62613-2:2016
This document is typically used in marine electrical equipment projects where high-voltage shore connection interfaces must be specified, reviewed, or tested. It may support shipbuilders, terminal operators, test laboratories, and procurement teams assessing accessory compatibility during product selection or conformity assessment. IEC 62613-2:2016 is also relevant during design review and verification activities when organizations need to confirm that interface dimensions and interchangeability expectations are aligned before installation, commissioning, or acceptance testing.
Why is IEC 62613-2:2016 important?
IEC 62613-2:2016 matters because dimensional mismatch at the shore connection interface can create delays, rework, and avoidable risk during installation or operation. A consistent reference helps improve safety, support interoperability, and reduce uncertainty in procurement and technical approval processes. For organizations managing compliance workflows, it can also strengthen testing consistency and quality assurance by providing a defined basis for evaluating whether accessories meet the expected interface requirements before deployment.
- Supports dimensional compatibility checks for shore connection accessories used on different ship types
- Helps align procurement specifications with interface and interchangeability expectations
- Useful for laboratory evaluation, verification activities, and technical review of connector fitment
- Provides a compliance reference for conformity assessment and engineering documentation
- Publication Date: 2016-04-11
- Standard Status: Original
- Publisher: IEC
- Edition: 2
- This Version: IEC 62613-2:2016 (2016-04-11)
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