{"id":143122,"key":"IEC_309_Connector","title":"IEC 309 Connector","latest":{"id":1265415,"timestamp":"2026-09-07T08:15:49Z"},"content_model":"wikitext","license":{"url":"https://www.appropedia.org/Appropedia:Copyrights","title":"CC-BY-SA-4.0"},"source":"[[File:GN011 Image Use.jpg|thumb|IEC 309 Connector being used]]\n\n{{Project data\n| type = Spare Parts\n| authors = Abi Bush\n| location = Nepal\n| environment = Himalayas\n| status = Deployed\n| verified-by = Field Ready\n| years = 2016\n| made = Yes\n| tools = 3D Printer\n| cost = USD25.45\n}}The IEC 309 Connector is a 3D printed 90-degree connector designed to hold an IEC 309 plug socket, commonly used for industrial power cables. It provides a mounting bracket that positions the socket at a right angle, useful for panel mounting or directing cable routing in a fixed installation.\n\nThe connector is 3D printed using ABS plastic filament, with overall dimensions of approximately 8.6 cm x 6.6 cm x 8.7 cm.\n\n[[File:GN011 CAD Image.jpg|thumb|CAD image of the IEC 309 Connector]]\n\n{{Device data|design-files=https://www.appropedia.org/File:GN011_Eng_Dwg.zip|schematics=https://www.appropedia.org/File:GN011_CAD.zip|oshwa-uid=US000222}}\n\n{| class=\"wikitable\"\n! colspan=\"2\" |More Product Information\n|-\n| Author Code\n| GN011\n|-\n| Documentation License\n| CC-BY-4.0\n|-\n| Open Hardware License\n| CERN\n|-\n| OSHWA Certification\n| February 16, 2020\n|-\n| OSHWA UID\n| US000222\n|-\n| Start Date (Development)\n| April 29, 2016\n|-\n| End Date (Development)\n| April 29, 2016\n|-\n| Designer\n| Abi Bush\n|-\n| Maker\n| Abi Bush\n|-\n| Main Materials\n| ABS Plastic\n|}\n\n== Readiness Levels ==\n\n''Levels are identified based on this reference:'' [[Field Ready Readiness Levels]]\n\n{| class=\"wikitable\"\n! Readiness Criteria\n! Level\n|-\n| Field Readiness\n| 4\n|-\n| Maker Readiness\n| 3\n|-\n| User Readiness\n| 4\n|-\n| Tech Readiness\n| 5\n|-\n| Risk Readiness\n| 5\n|}\n\n== Manuals ==\n\nOpen the file using slicing software and prepare for 3D printing. Use the printing settings below (settings may need adjustment depending on the specific 3D printer brand and filament manufacturer used).\n\n[[File:GN011 Image Catalogue.jpg|thumb|Catalogue image of the IEC 309 Connector]]\n\n{| class=\"wikitable\"\n! Setting\n! Value\n|-\n| Layer Height\n| 0.20 mm\n|-\n| Line Width\n| 0.35 mm\n|-\n| Wall Thickness\n| 1.05 mm\n|-\n| Top/Bottom Thickness\n| 1.0 mm\n|-\n| Infill Density\n| 60%\n|-\n| Infill Pattern\n| Strong 3D\n|-\n| Printing Temperature\n| 240 °C\n|-\n| Build Plate Temperature\n| 80 °C\n|-\n| Flow\n| 100%\n|-\n| Retraction\n| Enabled, 6.5 mm distance, 25 mm/s speed\n|-\n| Print Speed\n| 60 mm/s\n|-\n| Print Cooling\n| Enabled, 5% fan speed\n|-\n| Support\n| Yes — everywhere, 60° overhang angle\n|-\n| Build Plate Adhesion\n| Brim\n|}\n\n{{Attention\n| title = About the manuals\n| text = Field Ready develops manuals to support both the fabrication and safe use of its products. A maker manual provides step-by-step instructions for replicating the design, including materials, tools, and assembly guidance, so that makers in different locations can build the product accurately and consistently. A user manual, where applicable, explains how to properly set up, use, and maintain the product once it is built, helping ensure it performs safely and as intended for the end user. Together, these manuals make the design accessible to both fabricators and the people who ultimately rely on the product.\n}}{{Page data\n| part-of = Global Field Ready Portfolio\n| keywords = Spare Parts\n| sdg = SDG09 Industry innovation and infrastructure\n| authors = Charles Vincent Barrete\n| organizations = Field Ready\n| license = CC-BY-SA-4.0\n}}"}