IEEE N42.4-1971
American National Standard for High Voltage Connectors for Nuclear Instruments
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N42.4-1971 is an American National Standard focused on high voltage connectors for nuclear instruments, giving guidance for the connector requirements used in nuclear engineering applications. It addresses the interface between instrumentation and high-voltage circuits, where dependable connection performance can affect measurement integrity and operational safety. For engineers, purchasers, and technicians working with nuclear instrumentation, this standard helps define a more consistent technical basis for selection, testing, and use.
About N42.4-1971
This technical document sets out requirements for high voltage connectors intended for nuclear instruments, with attention to the electrical and mechanical characteristics needed in demanding instrumentation environments. N42.4-1971 is relevant where stable high-voltage connections are necessary to support reliable readings and controlled operation. In practice, the standard helps establish common expectations for connector design, ratings, and construction so that components used in nuclear engineering settings can be evaluated against a recognized specification.
Where is N42.4-1971 used?
This standard is typically applied in nuclear instrumentation systems that rely on high-voltage connector interfaces, such as measurement equipment, detector-related assemblies, and other instrument circuits associated with nuclear engineering. It may be used during component specification, equipment assembly, procurement review, or replacement-part selection when connector compatibility and performance are important. N42.4-1971 can also support laboratory, test, and service activities where consistent connector behavior is needed for instrument reliability.
Importance in practice
In practical use, N42.4-1971 helps reduce uncertainty around connector performance in high-voltage nuclear instrumentation. Clear requirements can support safer design choices, more consistent procurement, and better control over fit, insulation, and electrical integrity. For organizations managing technical documentation or compliance records, the standard provides a defined reference point for evaluating whether a connector is appropriate for the intended application. It can also help limit installation and maintenance issues tied to mismatched or poorly specified components.
- High voltage connector requirements
- Nuclear instrumentation applications
- Electrical and mechanical interface control
- Design, testing, and procurement reference
- Consistency for engineering and maintenance
- Publication Date: 1971
- Standard Status: Inactive
- Publisher: IEEE
- Subject: Nuclear Engineering
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- This Version: N42.4 (1971)
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