Plug
[ Last Updated 27 June 2007 ]
Prior to being offered for sale in New Zealand, Plugs within the following definition must be:
- Approved for sale or certified by a recognised Certification scheme, and
- Covered by a Supplier Declaration of compliance.
Definition
An electrical device which—
(a) makes a detachable connection between the contacts of a socket-outlet and the conductors of a flexible cord;
(b) has two, three or four pins for insertion into a socket-outlet; and
(c) has a maximum rating of 20 A;
but does not include—
(d) a plug which is within the scope of AS/NZS 3123 and is intended for industrial use;or
(e) a plug which is within the scope of AS/NZS 3131.
Applicable Compliance Standard
AS/NZS 3123
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