Adopts IEC 62196-2, Ed. 1.0 (2011), which applies to plugs, socket-outlets, vehicle connectors and vehicle inlets with pins and contact-tubes of standardized configurations, herein referred to as accessories. They have a nominal rated operating voltage not exceeding 500 V a.c., 50 to 60 Hz, and a rated current not exceeding 63 A three-phase or 70 A single phase, for use in conductive charging of electric vehicles.

Plugs, socket-outlets, vehicle connectors and vehicle inlets — Conductive charging of electric vehicles, Part 2: Dimensional compatibility and interchangeability requirements for a.c. pin and contact-tube accessories

AS IEC 62196.2:2014

Plugs, socket-outlets, vehicle connectors and vehicle inlets — Conductive charging of electric vehicles, Part 2: Dimensional compatibility and interchangeability requirements for a.c. pin and contact-tube accessories