IEC 60884-1 is a standard developed by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) for Part 1: General Requirements of plug-in devices and socket-outlets for household and similar purposes. The following is a detailed introduction. Scope of Application It applies to plug-in devices and fixed/movable socket-outlets for household and similar purposes, used indoors or outdoors. This standard applies plugs and fixed or portable socket-outlets for AC only, with or without earthing contact, with a rated voltage greater than 50V but not exceeding 440V, and a rated...