EN IEC 62196-1:2026

Plugs, socket-outlets, vehicle connectors and vehicle inlets - Conductive charging of electric vehicles - Part 1: General requirements

Publication date:   Mar 17, 2026

Scope

IEC 62196-1:2025 is applicable to EV plugs, EV socket-outlets, vehicle connectors, vehicle inlets, herein referred to as "accessories", and to cable assemblies for electric vehicles (EV) intended for use in conductive charging systems which incorporate control means, with a rated operating voltage not exceeding

- 690 V AC 50 Hz to 60 Hz, at a rated current not exceeding 250 A, and

- 1 500 V DC at a rated current not exceeding 800 A.

This fifth edition cancels and replaces the fourth edition published in 2022. This edition constitutes a technical revision.

This edition includes the following significant technical changes with respect to the previous edition:

a) addition of new tests for latching devices and retaining means;

b) inclusion of type 4 accessories.