Introduction

Welcome to our comprehensive guide on UL498 plug and socket-outlets gauges. This article is designed to help you understand the various testing tools and components that comply with the UL498 standard. Whether you're an engineer, technician, or quality assurance specialist, this guide will provide you with all the necessary information to ensure your products meet industry standards.

Product Overview

1. Articulate Probe with Web Stop (UL498-figure9.1)

This probe is designed for precise articulation and includes a web stop feature to prevent over-insertion during testing.

2. Probe (UL498-figure10.1)

A standard probe used for various insertion tests to ensure the durability and reliability of socket-outlets.

3. Flat Probe (UL498-figure31.1)

This flat probe is essential for testing flat surface areas within plug and socket configurations.

4. Reference Plug (UL498-figure69.1)

A reference plug used to benchmark other plugs during quality control tests.

5. Improper Insertion Test Blades (UL498-figure94.1)

These blades are specifically designed to test the resilience of sockets against improper insertions.

6. Test Plug (UL498-figure105.1)

A versatile test plug used in multiple scenarios to verify socket-outlet compliance with UL standards.

7. Test Blade (UL498-figure105.2)

A complementary tool to the test plug, used for detailed blade insertion tests.

8. Receptacle Test Fixture (UL498-figure118.1)

This fixture is crucial for testing receptacles under various conditions to ensure they meet safety standards.

9. Push Out Tool (UL498-figure118.3)

Designed to test the push-out strength of plugs from sockets, ensuring they stay securely in place during use.

10. Bridge (UL498-figure118.5)

A bridge tool used in conjunction with other testing devices to provide comprehensive test results.

11. Test Pin A (UL498-figure119.1)

Used for specific pin insertion tests, ensuring that each pin meets required specifications.

12. Test Pin B (UL498-figure119.2)

Another variant of test pins for detailed and specific insertion tests.

13 & 14: Ground Pins - 57g & 113g (UL498-figure119.3 & UL498-figure119.4)

These ground pins are weighted differently to test grounding reliability under various conditions.

15: No.14AWG Test Pin (UL498-figure129.2)

This pin is tailored for testing No.14AWG wire compatibility within socket-outlets.

16 & 17: Test Probes (UL498-figure132.1 & UL498-fig132.2)

General-purpose test probes used for a variety of insertion and durability tests.

18: Fixture for Assembly Security Test (UL498-figure144.2)

A fixture specifically designed to test the security of assembled components within plugs and sockets.

19: Over Size Ground Pin (UL498-figureSD13.2)

An oversized ground pin used for stress-testing grounding mechanisms in sockets.

Conclusion

Understanding the tools and gauges listed above is crucial for anyone involved in the manufacturing or quality assurance of electrical plugs and sockets that need to comply with UL498 standards. Each tool serves a specific purpose, ensuring that your products are safe, reliable, and up to industry standards.

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