Chassis ground symbol

Also called Frame ground, Frame, Chassis

A connection to the metal frame or chassis of the equipment, which may or may not be earthed.

ANSI / IEEE
IEC 60617

What the chassis ground symbol means

A connection to the metal frame or chassis of the equipment, which may or may not be earthed.

ANSI and IEC symbols

ANSI / IEEE 315

A line with short diagonal strokes, like a rake.

ANSI SVG
IEC 60617

Frame, chassis. The same line with diagonal strokes.

IEC SVG

Where you see it

Equipment frames, enclosures and screens in electronics.

Frequently asked questions

What does the chassis ground symbol look like?

On ANSI drawings: A line with short diagonal strokes, like a rake. In IEC 60617: The same line with diagonal strokes.

Is the chassis ground symbol the same in IEC and ANSI?

Yes, it is drawn the same way in most legends.

Where is a chassis ground used?

Equipment frames, enclosures and screens in electronics.

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