Iec 61439-1 standard pdf

From that date bs en 604391 is withdrawn and bs en 614391 and bs en 614392 should be. Iec 60055 paperinsulated metalsheathed cables for rated voltages up to 1830 kv with copper or aluminium conductors and excluding gaspressure and oilfilled cables iec 60059 iec standard current ratings. Clearly defining the respective roles and responsibilities of original manufacturer, assembly manufacturer and specifier. Within this technical report, reference to iec 61439 means the series of assembly standards, including. Clauses of iec 61439 1 and iec 61439 2 that are not addressed within this specification shall remain fully applicable as written. The updated iec 614391 provides general rules for this entire standard series, and it seeks to correct the lack of clarity in three significant ways. I learned this during my 40 years of activities in the electrical sector. Important definitions to understand the standard are. Refer table 1 the iec 60439 standards were ambiguous about how to assess. Replacing the concepts of tta and ptta with verified assembly.

For each type of electrical assembly only two parts of the standard are necessary to determine all requirements. The new standard iec 61439 low voltage switchgear and. Iec technical standards are powerful documents providing directions for specifications, tests and types of equipment which will be commercialized in the worldwide market. This standard has brought considerable clarity in technical interpretation. And indeed, in its role as original manufacturer, schneider electric constantly proves on an everyday basis that it does so. Standard title edition iec 614390 guideline april 20 iec 614391 general rules 08142011 iec 614392 power switchgear and controlgear assemblies 08192011 iec 614393 distribution boards intended to be operated by ordinary persons 02162012 iec 61439. With the iec 61439 standard, low voltage switchboard can no longer be partially type tested and must comply with the full assembly tests. The general part 1 applies to switchgear, power distribution boards and control cabinets, while part 2 applies to power switchgear and controlgear assemblies.

What is a lowvoltage switchgear and controlgear assembly. Parts 2 to 5 of the current series will be aligned on the new iec 614391 by 20112012. Significant technical changes with respect to the last edition of iec 60439 1. This standard is to be read in conjunction iec 614391. Each country will apply a transitional period according to its own rules. Various equivalent methods are available according to the feature to be checked. Iec 6143912009 lowvoltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies part 1 general rules this document was uploaded by 989me. Guide design and assembly according to iec 61439 en 61439. Standard title edition iec 61439 0 guideline april 20 iec 61439 1 general rules 08142011 iec 61439 2 power switchgear and controlgear assemblies 08192011 iec 61439 3 distribution boards intended to be operated by ordinary persons 02162012 iec 61439 4 assemblies for construction sites 11152012. This standard cannot be used alone to specify an assembly or used for a purpose of determining conformity. This standard applies to lowvoltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies assemblies only when required by the relevant assembly standard. General rules standard to be referred to by subsidiary product parts of iec 61439 series. Iec 60061 lamp caps and holders together with gauges for the control of interchangeability and.

One of the main features of iec 614391 is that the discrimination between type tested assemblies tta and partially type tested assemblies. So, the questions to the iec 614391 standard makers is. Where there is no direct corresponding iec 61439 clause, a new reference. Applicable standards bs en 614391, iec 614391, is 86231.

This part of the iec 61439 series lays down the definitions and states the service conditions, construction requirements, technical characteristics and verification requirements for lowvoltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies. So, the questions to the iec 61439 1 standard makers is. New standard iec614392 for lowvoltage switchgear and. K0318 design verification part i pdf 052015 2cpc 000 318 l0201. Clauses of iec 614391 and iec 614392 that are not addressed within this specification shall remain fully applicable as written. The sentence tta switchgear according to iec 604391 is now replaced by power switchgear and. Iec standards are today legal or market references. Significant technical changes with respect to the last edition of iec 604391. Work book the standard iec 61439 in practice abb group. Note 1 throughout this standard, the term assembly see 3. Iec 61439 1 lowvoltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies part 1 general rules. The sentence tta switchgear according to iec 604391 is now replaced by power switchgear and controlgear assemblies according to iec 614392, design. Iec 61439 electrical conductor insulator electricity. Iec 614391 lowvoltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies part 1 general rules.

The iec 60439 standards were ambiguous about how to assess compliance of partially type tested assemblies. Cenelec en 614391 lowvoltage switchgear and controlgear. Coexistence of iec 60439 and iec 61439 series iec 614391 and iec 614392 are published today and 2nd edition is expected in 2011 new standards for busways, distribution boards etc. The provisions of the general with rules dealt with in iec 614391 hereinafter referred to as part 1 are only applicable to this standard insofar as they are specifically cited. Verification of compliance with the general requirements of the iec 614391 standard and the relevant iec. Siemens en iec 61439 1 2 newsletter en electromagnetic. In europe, en 614391 and en 614392 will be published as national standards around mid 2009. This standard is an adoption with national modifications. Iec 614391 archives electrical safety testing laboratory. The new standard iec 61439 lowvoltage switchgear and control gear assemblies came into force in november 2014. Iec 61439 the rule is two parts for each type of assembly.

As a result manufacturers and testing bodies often treated. Verification of compliance with the general requirements of the iec 614391 standard and the relevant iec 614392. Iec 61439 standard follows the philosophy of iec 60947 series i. New standard for lv switchgear, controlgear assemblies. In europe, en 61439 1 and en 61439 2 will be published as national standards around mid 2009. These standards deploy the constructional requirements, technical requirements for low voltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies only when required by the relevant assemblies standard as. A combination of one or more lowvoltage switchgear with associated equipment. Iec 61439 1 and 2 have been published in january 2009. This first edition of iec 61439 1 standard cancels and replaces the fourth edition of iec 60439 1. Iec 614392, and the compliance with the general rules iec 614391. Assemblies for which the rated voltage does not exceed 1 000 v in case of a. The compliance of an assembly is declared referring to the specific assembly standard e.

Iec 61439 1 is a pure general rules standard to be referred to by subsidiary product parts of the iec 61439 series. In the uk, the new standard is described and embodied within the bs en 61439 series, replacing the bs en 60439 series. The new standard follows the philosophy of iec 60947 series i. Iec 614391 and 2 have been published in january 2009. This publication has been drafted in accordance with the isoiec directives, part 2. Parts 2 to 5 of the current series will be aligned on the new iec 61439 1 by 20112012. The original manufacturer is the party who initially carries out the panel design and arranges for the necessary design verifications to be performed. Your reference guide to safe and reliable lv switchboards. Commission iec and subsequently adopted into european en and national bs standards.

This publication is to be read in conjunction with iec 614391. Iec 61439 standard for low voltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies. List of international electrotechnical commission standards. Iec 614391 is general rules standard to be referred to by subsidiary product parts of iec 61439 series. March 20 vector page 41 of an assembly is declared referring to the specific assembly standard e. They are meant as a check for compliance of an assembly with the requirements of the standard. Iec 614392, and the compliance with the general rules iec 614391 is always implicit. Guide design and assembly according to iec 61439 en. From that date bs en 60439 1 is withdrawn and bs en 61439 1 and bs en 61439 2 should be. Refer table 1 below introduction one of the main features of iec 614391 is that the discrimination between. Iec 614391 lowvoltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies part 1. Mar 04, 2016 the updated iec 61439 1 provides general rules for this entire standard series, and it seeks to correct the lack of clarity in three significant ways. Iec 61439 the new standard for lowvoltage switchgear and. Iec 614391 is a pure general rules standard to be referred to by subsidiary product parts of the iec 61439 series.