New standard for lv switchgear, controlgear assemblies. All bsi british standards available online in electronic and print formats. Construction features verification performance verification 2. Iec 61439 standard for low voltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies on photo.
The former routine test report will be replaced by the routine verification. In order to conform to the standard, type tests have been replaced by a. This is the only part that has a double role as it covers psc ass emblies and any. The focus of the document is on electromechanical switchgear, however electronic devices used in lowvoltage engineering have also been included. The test shall be carried out on an insulating material of minimum 2 mm thickness. Drm is included at the request of the publisher, as it helps them protect their by restricting file sharing. Type of testing content of routine test iec 61439 section result of routine test test engineer 1 s degree of protection of cabinets enclosures sealings, protection covers 11. Figure 103 test arrangement for verification of a firebarrier btu. The findings of verification will be communicated through a letter by speed post or fax or email. Iec 614391 is general rules standard to be referred to by subsidiary product parts of iec 61439 series. Major inspection should be scheduled for power plant shutdowns and concentrate for low voltage. The present technical manual is intended as an aid in project design and the application of lowvoltage switchgear and controlgear in switchgear assemblies and machine control. Part 2 defines the specific requirements of power switchgear and controlgear assemblies psc assemblies and must be used with part 1. Original manufacturer this is the organization that carried out the original design and the corresponding verification of the controlgear assembly according to the relevant controlgear assembly standard din en iec 614391 3.
List of tests to be performed in the testing process. This standard has brought considerable clarity in technical interpretation. As the original manufacturer, siemens bears the responsibility for design verification of sivacon s8, sivacon s4 or alpha 3200 controlgear assemblies, as well. Test for vertical flame spread of verticallymounted bunched wires or cables apparatus. Iec 61439 is the new standard governing the production of switch gear and controlgear assemblies, and reinforces the holistic system concept of a lowvoltage switchgear and controlgear assembly an. The user or planner describes a lowvoltage switchgear and controlgear assembly by defining the interface parameters as a blackbox model. This standard cannot be used alone to specify an assembly or used for a purpose of determining conformity. This edition of iec 61439 6 includes the following significant technical changes with respect to the latest edition of iec 604392. The general part 1 applies to switchgear, power distribution boards and control cabinets, while part 2 applies to power switchgear and controlgear assemblies.
The new standard for compliance with protection goals for personnel and plant protection en 61439 content of standard eniec 61439 e division into a general part and corresponding parts of the product similar to standard iec 60947. This report is not valid as a cb test report unless signed by an approved cb testing laboratory and appended to a cb test certificate issued by an ncb in. Full information on the voting for the approval of this standard can be found in the report on. This first edition of iec 614396 cancels and replaces the third edition of iec 604392 2000 and its. The fileopen plugin works with adobe reader and other viewers. Inspection, test and measurement procedures for lv and mv up. Iec 61439 the new standard for lowvoltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies 2. This edition of iec 614396 includes the following significant technical changes with respect to the latest edition of iec 604392.
International standard iec 614396 has been prepared by subcommittee 17d. Temperature rise tests in iec 614391 lowvoltage switchgear. The new series of iec 61439 standards were published in january 2009. The test shall be made in a heating cabinet at a temperature as stated below. Guide design and assembly according to iec 61439 en 61439. Type of test ing content of routine test iec 61439 section result of routine test test engineer 1 s degree of protection of cabinets enclosures sealings, protection covers 11. Assemblies for which the rated voltage does not exceed 1 000 v in case of a. This report is not valid as a cb test report unless signed by an approved cb testing laboratory and appended to a cb test certificate issued by an ncb in accordance with iecee 02. The general rules were published in part 1 and the power switchgear and controlgear assemblies in part 2 a new publication was released in 2011. This technical report serves as a supplement to iec 60364552. Implementation of standard iec 61439 socomec 3 socomec, a specialist manufacturer our range of products and services allows professionals working in the electricity sector to implement distribution and control gear assemblies that meet market requirements. This first edition of iec 614396 cancels and replaces the third edition of iec 604392 2000 and its amendment 1 2005, and constitutes a technical revision. As a result manufacturers and testing bodies often treated.
In order to read a secure pdf, you will need to install the fileopen plugin on your computer. Iec 614391 archives electrical safety testing laboratory. Mar 19, 2018 this article is the continuation of another one published in 2017 listing doubts about the temperature rise limits prescribed in iec 61439 1 lvlow voltage switchgear. Kind of test and re uirements test object compact busbar trunking system rated shorttime withstand current pe conductorsphase test test circuit arrangement supply point. Iec 60332310 tests on electric and optical fibre cables under fire conditions part 310. Standardcompliant switchgear and controlgear production. Busbar trunking systems busways published by cenelec on august 1, 2012 note 1 throughout this part, the abbreviation bts is used for a busbar trunking system. The report covers an in depth description, competitive scenario, wide product portfolio of key vendors and business strategy adopted by.
If this test report form is used by noniecee members, the ieceeiec logo and the reference to the. Iec 60439, the standard for lowvoltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies, was under restructuring from the last decade. A combination of one or more lowvoltage switchgear with associated equipment. Find the most uptodate version of iec 614396 at engineering360. The electrical panel and the new iec 61439 meccanismo complesso.
I learned this during my 40 years of activities in the electrical sector. With these new rules the structure of the regulatory frameworks has been completely changed. Test method for fire with shock at a temperature of at least 830 c for cables of rated voltage up to and including 0,61,0 kv and with an overall diameter not exceeding 20 mm. Test method for fire with shock at a temperature of at least 830 c for cables of rated voltage up to and including 0,61,0 kv tested in a metal enclosure. Published on august 19, 2016 august 19, 2016 105 likes 7 comments. Report iec 61439 the new standard for lowvoltage switchgear and. This test report form applies to iec 614396 first edition. Global busbar trunking system market by product type. Secure pdf files include digital rights management drm software. Fortunately for specifiers, schneider electric offers a full line of equipment that is already compliant with the new standards requirements. A ball pressure test apparatus is used to verify the suitability of insulating materials. Aug 19, 2016 the iec 61439 standard series defines clear regulations for lowvoltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies. What is a lowvoltage switchgear and controlgear assembly.
Iec 614396 will replace iec 604392 still valid iec 614393 will replace. The iec 61439 standard series defines clear regulations. Design verification is intended to check the assemblys design compliance with the requirements. This report is not valid as a cb test report unless signed by an approved. Iec 61439 6 pdf fill online, printable, fillable, blank pdffiller. This article is the continuation of another one published in 2017 listing doubts about the temperature rise limits prescribed in iec 614391 lvlow voltage switchgear.
Within the iec 61439 series of standards for lowvoltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies assemblies, there are system and application details that are specified by the user to enable the manufacturer to produce an assembly that meets the needs and. Abrasion of marking and letterings caused by rubbing of fingers and hands txt, doc, pdf, djvu, epub formats. The test results presented in this report relate only to the object tested. Lowvoltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies schneider. Abrasion of marking and letterings caused by rubbing of fingers and hands, in that case you come on to the right site. Iec 61439 standard for low voltage switchgear and controlgear. The iec 60439 standards were ambiguous about how to assess compliance of partially type tested assemblies. The iec 61439 standard series defines clear regulations for lowvoltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies. The assembly standards iec 60439 were published in 1973 and have been changed to iec. Iec 61439 standard follows the philosophy of iec 60947 series i.
Introduction only a few months to november 1, 2014, the date when the standard iec 604391 for low voltage switchboards will be permanently repealed, and replaced by the new iec 61439 1 and 61439 2. If this test report form is used by noniecee members, the ieceeiec logo and the reference to the cb. Comparable type test from 604391 1 strength of material and parts 10. The iec 61439 standard series defines clear regulations for. If this test report form is used by noniecee members, the ieceeiec logo and the reference to the cb scheme procedure shall be removed. Bts for which the rated voltage does not exceed 1 000 v in case of a. En 61439 6 lowvoltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies part 6. The electrical equipment laboratory of tecnalia has the capabilities to perform all the tests requested for the type of low voltage assemblies included in the iec en 61439 family. Installed in clean, well ventilated or airconditioned locations, switchgear will require little routine maintenance.
Matthias kratzke jurgen dufner basic standards definitions of personal protection, calculation and test procedures, assessment bases iec 60364441 iec tr 6066421 iec 60529 protection against electric shock insulation coordination test devices and test procedures requirements for special. This first edition of iec 61439 6 cancels and replaces the third edition of iec 604392 2000 and its amendment 1 2005, and constitutes a technical revision. For new switchgear and controlgear assemblies, the type test report will be replaced by the design verification. Socomec, your best asset socomec is an independent manufacturing company specialising. This report shall not be reproduced, except in full, without the written approval of the issuing testing laboratory. Part 1 is the general rules part and cannot be used alone to specify an assembly.
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