Anschlusskontrolle

Anschlusskontrolle is the process of verifying that connections in a system have been correctly made and are safe to operate. It serves as a quality assurance step after installation, modification, or repair and is used in various technical fields, including electrical engineering, plumbing, and mechanical systems. The primary goals are to ensure correct electrical or fluid connections, proper sealing and securing of components, and overall reliability and safety.

In electrical installations, a typical Anschlusskontrolle includes visual inspection of wiring, terminal connections, cable routing, protection devices, and labeling; verification of correct conductor sizes and polarity; checks for proper torque on terminals; continuity and insulation resistance tests; and confirmation that protective measures such as residual current devices are in place. In plumbing or gas installations, it may involve verifying tightness of joints, correct pipe fittings, proper sealing, and conducting pressure or leak tests. In mechanical assemblies, it focuses on correct mating of parts, alignment, fastener integrity, and the absence of misfits or misplaced components.

The procedure is usually performed by qualified technicians and is often documented with a checklist and sign-off. Results may be required for regulatory compliance, customer acceptance, or internal quality control, and findings are typically recorded for traceability. Anschlusskontrolle is commonly followed by commissioning or functional testing to verify that the system operates as intended under real conditions.

See also: commissioning, quality control, safety inspection.