Bs en 61439 2 is referred to as the standard in this document,other standards will be stated in full. All lowvoltage switchgear and control gear assemblies must adhere to the new standards set out in bs en 61439. Din en 614392 201006 lowvoltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies part 2. Power switchgear and controlgear assemblies withdrawn. Use the download button below or simple online reader. Iec 61439 the rule is two parts for each type of assembly. Bs en 614392 lowvoltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies part 2. An iectr 614390 specifiers guide is in preparation. Assemblies for power distribution in public networks. Bs en 61439 2, when read in conjunction with the general rules document, bs en 61439 1 assemblies conforming to this standard are deemed to satisfy the essential requirements of both the low voltage directive and the emc directive and may bear the ce marking accordingly.
To be read in conjunction with bs en 614391 cross references. Jun 28, 2019 bs en 614392 pdf the new standards iec and iec replaced the previous standard iec is a product standard which defines the specific requirements. The general part 1 applies to switchgear, power distribution boards and control cabinets, while part 2 applies to power switchgear and controlgear assemblies. Bs en 614391 does not apply to individual devices and selfcontained components, such as motor starters, fuse switches, electronic equipment, etc. As a result of this regulation, consumer units and similar switchgear assemblies will need to comply with bs en 614393 and have their enclosure manufactured from noncombustible material or enclosed in a cabinet or enclosure constructed of noncombustible material. Bs en 614392 gives only typical arrangements of internal separation. Guide to low voltage busbar trunking systems verified to bs en 614396 7 1 2 1.
To be read in conjunction with bs en 61439 1 cross references. Bs en 61439 1 is the general rules for the 61439 series and is referred to throughout bs en 61439 2. Guarantees the performance of low voltage switchgear assemblies lvsa addresses previous ambiguities diversity, circuit rating, device substitution is bs en 61439 mandatory. We use cookies to make our website easier to use and to better understand your needs. Guide to low voltage busbar trunking systems verified to bs en 61439 6 photo credit. Guide design and assembly according to iec 61439 en 61439. Iec 614391 archives electrical safety testing laboratory. Low voltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies to bs. Fault ratings with icw values of 50ka3sec, 85ka1sec and 100ka1sec. Find the most uptodate version of bs en 604391 at engineering360. Bs en 61439 describes the responsibility for the design verification and routine verification, including product liability. Edvard csanyi distribution trunking run this is the most common use of busbar trunking and is applied to distribute power over a predetermined area.
A combination of one or more lowvoltage switchgear with associated equipment. Compliance to bs en 614393 required from january 2016. This can be as part of machinery, or within ships or railway vehicles. Assemblies shall comply with the relevant part of series bs en 61439 that being part 2 of the standard onwards. Part 2 defines the specific requirements of power switchgear and controlgear assemblies psc assemblies and must be used with part 1. Part 2 of the standard defines the specific requirements of power switchgear and controlgear assemblies psc assemblies, the rated voltage of which does not exceed 1,000 v a. All current amendments available at time of purchase are included with the purchase of this document. Switchgear technology guidance on the application of bs.
August 5, 2017 iec 614391 bs en 614391, iec 614391, is 86231 itc india iec 614391 lowvoltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies part 1. The compliance of an assembly is declared referring to the specific assembly standard e. Find similar items this product falls into the following categories. Iec 61439 standard for low voltage switchgear and controlgear. Guide to low voltage busbar trunking systems verified to bs. Part 1 is the general rules part and cannot be used alone to specify an assembly.
Principally, these requirements are detailed in bs en 61439 6. Find the most uptodate version of bs en 614392 at engineering360. Part 2 contains specific requirements for power switchgear and controlgear assemblies. Low voltage power switchgear and controlgear assemblies psc. Part 2 defines the specific requirements of power switchgear and. It is a replacement for iec60439 and is now the industry standard requirement for all low voltage switchgear and controlgear panel. Power switchgear and controlgear assemblies status. Design and installation of low voltage busbar trunking systems.
What is a lowvoltage switchgear and controlgear assembly. Kelly butler, beamas marketing director and george sutton the organisations lv switchboard technical committee chair, explain how market needs have primarily prompted the change from iec 60439 to iec 61439. The inclusion of this standard ensures that the purchaser will receive equipment that. Power switchgear and controlgear assemblies british standard. Starting november 1st, 2014, the standard is mandatory for all lvsas who should take notice of bs en 61439. Quick guide to bs en 61439 what is the new standard about. Standard iec en 61439 integrating socomec products. The validity of the two standards will overlap until 2014 and prior to this date, assemblies can be manufactured according to iec 61439 or iec 60439. Mar 30, 2018 the principal standard for lowvoltage power switchgear and controlgear assemblies is bs en 61439 2, lovag test instruction iec en 60439 2 edition 3. Also known as iec the major changes for the edition.
Beama comments on the change from iec 60439 to iec 61439. Bs en 61439 1 lowvoltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies part 1. The principal standard for lowvoltage power switchgear and controlgear assemblies is bs en 61439 2, when read in conjunction with the general rules document, bs en 61439 1 assemblies conforming to this standard are deemed to satisfy the relevant essential. Worldwide standards we can source any standard from anywhere in the world. Bs en 61439 2 gives only typical arrangements of internal separation. Power switchgear and controlgear assemblies iec 614392. Is your current switchgear supplier compliant and are you. References to the bs en in this guide apply equally to the en and iec standards. The bs en 61439 series of standards the general rules document bs en 614391part 1 is not a product standard in its own right. Important definitions to understand the standard are. Low voltage power switchgear and controlgear assemblies. The inclusion of this standard ensures that the purchaser will receive equipment that complies with the stated requirement. Bs en 614392 pdf the new standards iec and iec replaced the previous standard iec is a product standard which defines the specific requirements.
Bsi bs en 604391 lowvoltage switchgear and controlgear. Plugin units are designed to be accommodated at tapoff outlets at intervals along the distribution busbar trunking. Bs en 604391 december 15, 1999 lowvoltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies part 1. Supersedes bs en a clarified scope provides ej of the types of equipment falling within the scope of this standard, including special service conditions such as ships and railway equipment. Bs en 61439 2 lowvoltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies part 2. Switchgear technology guidance on the application of bs en. The principal standard for lowvoltage power switchgear and controlgear assemblies is bs en 614392, lovag test instruction iecen 604392 edition 3. The new 2012 edition of bs 614392 is the latest publication resulting from the continuing major restructure and renumbering of the bs en 60439 bs en 61439 series, and supersedes the 2011 edition.
With our bs en 614392 certification, our expert engineers are able to design your enclosure to a high standard, no matter the requirements. The standard gives details on the requirements of these products through testing and other verification methods. The contents of bs en 61439 1 are for reference by all parts of the 61439 series, clauses are individually cited if applicable by each of the individual product standards forming the series. Michael smith switchgear ltd are to ce mark lv switchgear assemblies in line with bs en 614392. Bts for which the rated voltage does not exceed 1 000 v in case of a. Iec en 61439 very precisely defines what elements are comprised in low voltage switchgear assemblies as well as the procedures for ensuring specified levels of performance. Guide to low voltage busbar trunking systems verified to. The new 2012 edition of bs 61439 2 is the latest publication resulting from the continuing major restructure and renumbering of the bs en 60439 bs en 61439 series, and supersedes the 2011 edition. The british standard which applies to electrical products is series bs en 61439. Bs en 614391 lowvoltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies part 1. Iec 61439 is the international electrotechnical commission standard which covers low voltage switchgear and control gear assemblies. Assemblies for power distribution to supersede iec 604395 bs en 614396.
Based on the above we can provide certificates covering the construction and performance listed in clause 10. Part one, general rules of the standard specifically lays. This part of iec 6 defines the immunity test methods and range of preferred test levels for electrical and electronic equipment connected to lowvoltage power supply networks for voltage dips. New standard for lv switchgear, controlgear assemblies. The file extension pdf and ranks to the documents category. Bs en 61439 1 does not apply to individual devices and selfcontained components, such as motor starters, fuse switches, electronic equipment, etc. What is the difference between the new iec 61439 low. Bs en 614391 is the general rules for the 61439 series and is referred to throughout bs en 614392. As a result, the customer should give careful consideration to the needs of his application, for example maintenance requirements.
General rules publication year 2011 document status. Typetested and partially typetested assemblies gives requirements for type tested and partially type tested assemblies with rated voltage not exceeding v a. The sentence tta switchgear according to iec 604391 is now replaced by power switchgear and. Iec 614392, and the compliance with the general rules iec 614391 is always implicit.
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