
Bals plugs and sockets are characterised by the following features:
| Impact resistance | Impact resistant, even at extremely low temperatures; tested to -25°C |
| Dimensionally stable | In the event of high heat generation, glow wire test at 650°C and 850°C |
| Protection class | In acc. with protection classes IP44 to IP67, tests acc. to EN 60529, among others at a water depth of 1 m |
| Switching capacity | High switching capacity: can be inserted and withdrawn while under load, contacts and inserts are subjected to constant mechanical, electrical and thermal loads |
| Ageing resistant | Long-term testing at a temperature of 80°C |
| Isolation | Plastic parts isolate voltages >= 2500V AC |
| Shape | Dimensionally stable and abrasion resistant, tested through years of use under harsh operating conditions |
| Environmentally friendly | Bals plugs and sockets are PVC, cadmium, halogen and silicon free |