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IEC 62196-1:2011 is applicable to plugs, socket-outlets, connectors, inlets and cable assemblies for electric vehicles (EV), herein referred to as 'accessories', intended for use in conductive charging systems which incorporate control means, with a rated operating voltage not exceeding: - 690 V a.c. 50 Hz - 60 Hz, at a rated current not exceeding 250 A, - 1 500 V d.c. at a rated current not exceeding 400 A. This second edition cancels and replaces the first edition published in 2003 and constitutes a technical revision. The main changes from the previous edition are as follows: - increase in d.c.voltage for accessories; - permitted use of accessories with vehicles complying with Subclause 7.2.3.1 of 61851-1:2010; - minor changes to definitions; - additional voltage and current ratings (Clause 5) and test values (Clause 12, 13,); - removal of markings to identify generic types of vehicle inlets and connectors; - addition of a 'high power d.c.' to the type of accessories covered by the Standard; - modification of the description of 'universal' and 'basic' interfaces based on changes to 61851-1:2010; - simplification of the marking requirements (Clause 8); - additional requirements for accessories with shutters; - division of Clause 9 to create Clauses 9 and 11; - Clause 9: specific requirements for inlet, plug and socket-outlet; - Clause 11: EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment) requirements: the basic generic requirements for charging stations; - renumbering of annexes.