Overview of AS/NZS 3112 Power Cords

The AS/NZS 3112 standard defines the power plug and socket system used in Australia, New Zealand, and several Pacific Island nations. This standard specifies the familiar flat-pin angled plug configuration that is unique to the Australasian region. As an SAA-certified manufacturer, Zhejiang Jinting Nuclear Cable Co., Ltd. holds 15 SAA approvals covering plugs, connectors, extension sockets, and flexible cords.

Australian Plug Types and Ratings

Plug Type	Pins	Rating	Pin Configuration
A2-7	2-pin (no earth)	7.5A 250V	Angled flat pins, Class II
A2-10	2-pin (no earth)	10A 250V	Angled flat pins, Class II
A3-7	3-pin (with earth)	7.5A 250V	Two angled flat + vertical flat earth
A3-10	3-pin (with earth)	10A 250V	Standard household plug
A3-10B	3-pin (round earth)	10A 250V	Round earth pin variant
A3-15	3-pin (with earth)	15A 250V	Wider earth pin for higher current

SAA Certification at Jinting

Zhejiang Jinting Nuclear Cable Co., Ltd. maintains an extensive portfolio of SAA certifications. Our approvals cover both PVC (V-75 and V-90 rated) and rubber insulated flexible cords, appliance connectors (C5, C7, C13 types), cord extension sockets, rewireable and non-rewireable plugs, and complete cord extension sets. These certifications demonstrate our commitment to meeting Australian and New Zealand regulatory requirements for electrical safety and performance.

Cable Types and Standards

Our SAA-certified power cords utilize cables that comply with AS/NZS 3191 (PVC flexible cords) and AS/NZS IEC 60245.4 (rubber insulated cords). The approved cable types include 4V-75 H05VV-F rated for 250/440V with PVC insulation, 4V-75 H07VV-F for heavy-duty applications at 0.6/1kV, 4V-75 H03VV-F for light-duty applications at 250/250V, 5V-90 H05V2V2-F for high-temperature PVC applications rated V-90, 60245 IEC 57 H05RN-F rubber cord for medium-duty outdoor use, and 60245 IEC 66 H07RN-F heavy-duty rubber cord for industrial environments. Each cable type serves specific application scenarios based on environmental conditions and mechanical requirements.

Appliance Connectors for Australia

We manufacture a complete range of IEC 60320 appliance connectors with SAA certification. The C13 connector (Jinting models ST3, ST3WB, JT-ST3) is rated 10A 250V for standard appliance connections. The C5 connector (model JT-ST2B) is rated 2.5A 250V for cloverleaf applications. The C7 connector (models ST2, JT-ST2) is rated 2.5A 250V for figure-8 applications. Each connector type is available molded to various flexible cord types and sizes to suit different equipment requirements.

Extension Socket Solutions

The AS/NZS 3120 standard governs cord extension sockets. Our AZ3-10 model is a non-rewireable 10A soft cord extension socket certified under SAA-141975-EA. It is available in transparent white (with LED indicator) or black finish, and can be molded to H05VV-F 3G1.0-1.5mm² or H07VV-F 3G1.0-1.5mm² flexible cords. The complete extension set (SAA141976) combines our A3-10 plug with the AZ3-10 socket, forming a fully certified 10A extension cord assembly.

Quality Assurance Process

Every Australian power cord manufactured by Zhejiang Jinting Nuclear Cable Co., Ltd. undergoes comprehensive testing including conductor resistance verification, insulation resistance testing, high-voltage dielectric strength testing, earth continuity testing for 3-pin configurations, polarity verification, and mechanical pull-force and flex testing on molded terminations. These tests ensure compliance with AS/NZS 3100 general safety requirements.

Applications and Market Segments

Our Australian power cords serve diverse applications: household appliances (refrigerators, washing machines, microwave ovens), IT and computer equipment, audio-visual and entertainment systems, power tools and workshop equipment, commercial kitchen appliances, medical and laboratory equipment, and building and construction site temporary power. Our flexible manufacturing capabilities allow us to serve both high-volume OEM orders and specialized small-batch requirements.