SAE J2863 Standard Test for Automotive Trailer Tow Coupling

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SAE J2863 Standard Test for Automotive Trailer Tow Coupling

EUROLAB, with its state-of-the-art accredited laboratories and expert team, provides precise and fast testing services within the scope of SAE J2863 testing. This SAE Standard provides minimum requirements for an automotive or RV, seven-position, self-draining trailer tow connector interface. The procedures contained in this standard are intended to cover test methods, design, and performance requirements for the electrical interface of the seven-position trailer tow connector in low-voltage (0 to 20) road vehicle applications.

SAE J2863 Standard Test for Automotive Trailer Tow Coupling

A connector or vehicle jack manufactured in accordance with this Recommended Practice may optionally visually display the following designation in Arial font on its exterior: Any party providing such identification warrants that the connector or tool port complies with all mandatory requirements of this SAE Standard; and agrees to indemnify and indemnify SAE from any liability for any non-compliance and any resulting injury or damage.

This standard applies to connectors used with trailer harnesses for the lighting and braking functions of a trailer and specifies the electrical and mechanical requirements for the connectors.

The SAE J2863 standard covers both seven-pin and four-pin connectors commonly used for towing trailers in North America. Some of the requirements outlined in the standard include the size and shape of the connector, the number and arrangement of pins, voltage and current ratings, and connection and sealing methods.

The purpose of the SAE J2863 standard is to ensure that automotive trailer tow couplings are reliable and safe and provide consistent performance throughout the life of the vehicle and trailer.

EUROLAB assists manufacturers with SAE J2863 test compliance. Our test experts, with their professional working mission and principles, provide you, our manufacturers and suppliers, the best service and controlled testing process in our laboratories. Thanks to these services, businesses receive more effective, high-performance and quality testing services and provide safe, fast and uninterrupted service to their customers.

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