EN 50463-1:2017
(Main)Railway applications - Energy measurement on board trains - Part 1: General
Railway applications - Energy measurement on board trains - Part 1: General
This European Standard describes the primary purpose of the EMS, which is to meter energy consumption for billing and provide compiled energy billing data (CEBD) to a DCS. The EMS may also be used for other functions such as energy management. In addition, this European Standard also describes the primary purpose of a DCS and its interactions with an EMS and settlement system. This part of EN 50463: - gives requirements for the complete Energy Measurement System and also requirements for all devices implementing one or more functions of the Energy Measurement System; - applies to newly manufactured Energy Measurement Systems for use on board railway traction units, powered by AC. and/or DC. supply voltages as listed in EN 50163; - does not apply to portable Energy Measurement Systems.
Bahnanwendungen - Energiemessung auf Bahnfahrzeugen - Teil 1: Allgemeines
Applications ferroviaires - Mesure d'énergie à bord des trains - Partie 1 : Généralités
La présente Norme européenne décrit l'objectif principal de l'EMS, qui consiste à mesurer la consommation d'énergie à des fins de facturation et à fournir des données de facturation d'énergie compilées (CEBD) à un DCS. L'EMS peut également être utilisé pour d'autres fonctions telles que la gestion de l'énergie. De surcroît, la présente Norme européenne décrit l'objectif principal d'un DCS ainsi que ses interactions avec un EMS et un système de règlement. La présente partie de l'EN 50463 : - définit les exigences pour le système de mesure d'énergie complet, ainsi que les exigences pour tous les dispositifs mettant en oeuvre une ou plusieurs fonctions du système de mesure d'énergie ; - s'applique aux systèmes de mesure d'énergie nouvellement fabriqués pour l'utilisation à bord d'unités de traction ferroviaires alimentées par des tensions d'alimentation en courant alternatif et/ou en courant continu comme indiqué dans l'EN 50163 ; - ne s'applique pas aux systèmes de mesure d'énergie portables.
Železniške naprave - Merjenje energije na vlaku - 1. del: Splošno
Ta osnutek evropskega standarda opisuje primarni namen sistema EMS, ki je merjenje porabe energije za obračunavanje in ponujanje zbranih podatkov o obračunavanju energije (CEBD) DCS-ju. Sistem EMS se lahko uporablja tudi za druge namene, npr. upravljanje energije. Poleg tega ta osnutek evropskega standarda opisuje tudi primarni namen DCS-ja in njegovih interakcij s sistemom upravljanja z energijo (EMS) in poravnalnim sistemom.
Ta del standarda EN 50463:
– določa zahteve za celoten sistem merjenja energije in tudi zahteve za vse naprave, ki opravljajo eno ali več funkcij sistema merjenja energije;
– se uporablja za na novo proizvedene sisteme merjenja energije za uporabo na vlakih, ki se napajajo z izmenično in/ali enosmerno napajalno napetostjo, kot je navedeno v standardu EN 50163;
– se ne uporablja za prenosne sisteme merjenja energije.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 05-Oct-2017
- Technical Committee
- CLC/TC 9X - Electrical and electronic applications for railways
- Drafting Committee
- CLC/TC 9X/WG 11 - Energy measurement
- Current Stage
- 9093 - Decision to confirm - Review Enquiry
- Start Date
- 20-Apr-2022
- Completion Date
- 23-Sep-2025
Relations
- Replaces
EN 50463-1:2012 - Railway applications - Energy measurement on board trains - Part 1: General - Effective Date
- 23-Jan-2023
- Effective Date
- 26-Apr-2022
- Revised
prEN 50463-1:2025 - Railway applications - Energy measurement on board trains - Part 1: General - Effective Date
- 03-Dec-2024
Overview
EN 50463-1:2017 - "Railway applications - Energy measurement on board trains - Part 1: General" defines the purpose, scope and system-level requirements for on‑board energy metering in traction units. It describes the Energy Measurement System (EMS) used to meter energy consumption for energy billing and to produce Compiled Energy Billing Data (CEBD) for transfer to a ground Data Collecting System (DCS). The standard applies to newly manufactured EMS installed on railway traction units supplied from AC and/or DC contact lines (per EN 50163) and excludes portable measurement devices.
Key Topics and Requirements
- System-level requirements for a complete EMS and for devices that implement EMS functions (voltage/current measurement, energy calculation, data handling).
- Measurement and accuracy: defines the functional approach to measure consumed and regenerated energy (detailed accuracy classes and reference conditions are covered in EN 50463-2).
- Data handling and CEBD: requirements for the on‑board Data Handling System (DHS) to compile, store and transfer CEBD to an on‑ground DCS.
- Interfaces and communication: specifies functional interactions within EMS and requirements supporting on‑board to ground data transfer (further detailed in EN 50463-4).
- Identifiers and data elements: includes identifiers such as Consumption Point Identification (CPID) and EMSID for unique device and installation identification.
- Operational and environmental requirements: covers EMS operation, power supply, measuring inputs, RAMS (reliability, availability, maintainability, safety), software, dataflow security, mechanical and electrical conditions.
- Conformity and assessment: aligns with conformity assessment principles and references EN 50463-5 for verification procedures.
Applications and Who Uses It
EN 50463-1 is essential for:
- Rolling stock manufacturers integrating energy metering into new traction units.
- System integrators and on‑board equipment vendors designing EMS, DHS and related devices.
- Infrastructure managers, operators and energy suppliers requiring standardized energy billing data (CEBD) from trains.
- Testing and certification bodies performing conformity assessment of energy measurement installations.
- Developers of driver advisory and energy management systems that consume EMS data (provided these uses do not conflict with billing requirements).
Practical uses include automated energy billing, interoperability between on‑board metering and ground settlement systems, fleet energy management, and regulatory compliance for metrological and interoperability needs.
Related Standards
- EN 50463 series: Part 2 (Energy measuring), Part 3 (Data handling), Part 4 (Communication), Part 5 (Conformity assessment)
- EN 50163 (traction supply voltages), EN 50155, EN 50124‑1, EN 50125‑1 and other railway equipment and environmental standards referenced normatively.
Keywords: EN 50463-1, energy measurement on board trains, Energy Measurement System (EMS), Compiled Energy Billing Data (CEBD), Data Collecting System (DCS), Data Handling System (DHS), energy billing, railway traction units.
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 50463-1:2017 is a standard published by CLC. Its full title is "Railway applications - Energy measurement on board trains - Part 1: General". This standard covers: This European Standard describes the primary purpose of the EMS, which is to meter energy consumption for billing and provide compiled energy billing data (CEBD) to a DCS. The EMS may also be used for other functions such as energy management. In addition, this European Standard also describes the primary purpose of a DCS and its interactions with an EMS and settlement system. This part of EN 50463: - gives requirements for the complete Energy Measurement System and also requirements for all devices implementing one or more functions of the Energy Measurement System; - applies to newly manufactured Energy Measurement Systems for use on board railway traction units, powered by AC. and/or DC. supply voltages as listed in EN 50163; - does not apply to portable Energy Measurement Systems.
This European Standard describes the primary purpose of the EMS, which is to meter energy consumption for billing and provide compiled energy billing data (CEBD) to a DCS. The EMS may also be used for other functions such as energy management. In addition, this European Standard also describes the primary purpose of a DCS and its interactions with an EMS and settlement system. This part of EN 50463: - gives requirements for the complete Energy Measurement System and also requirements for all devices implementing one or more functions of the Energy Measurement System; - applies to newly manufactured Energy Measurement Systems for use on board railway traction units, powered by AC. and/or DC. supply voltages as listed in EN 50163; - does not apply to portable Energy Measurement Systems.
EN 50463-1:2017 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 45.060.10 - Tractive stock. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 50463-1:2017 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 50463-1:2012, EN 50463-1:2017/A1:2024, prEN 50463-1:2025. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN 50463-1:2017 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 2008/57/EC, 2014/32/EU, 2016/797/EU; Standardization Mandates: M/453, M/483, M/591. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Železniške naprave - Merjenje energije na vlaku - 1. del: SplošnoBahnanwendungen - Energiemessung auf Bahnfahrzeugen - Teil 1: AllgemeinesApplications ferroviaires - Mesure d'énergie à bord des trains - Partie 1: GénéralitésRailway applications - Energy measurement on board trains - Part 1: General45.060.10Tractive stockICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 50463-1:2017SIST EN 50463-1:2018en01-januar-2018SIST EN 50463-1:2018SLOVENSKI
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EN 50463-1
October 2017 ICS 45.060.10
Supersedes
EN 50463-1:2012English Version
Railway applications - Energy measurement on board trains - Part 1: General
Applications ferroviaires - Mesure d'énergie à bord des trains - Partie 1 : Généralités
Bahnanwendungen - Energiemessung auf Bahnfahrzeugen - Teil 1: Allgemeines This European Standard was approved by CENELEC on 2017-05-08. CENELEC members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this European Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration.Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such national standards may be obtained on application to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre or to any CENELEC member.
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Ref. No. EN 50463-1:2017 ESIST EN 50463-1:2018
Relationship between this European Standard and the Essential Requirements of Directive 2008/57/EC . 22 Bibliography . 23 SIST EN 50463-1:2018
Figures Figure 1 — EMS functional structure and dataflow diagram . 7
Tables Table ZZ.1 — Correspondence between this European Standard, the TSI “Locomotives and Passenger Rolling Stock” (REGULATION (EU) No 1302/2014 of 18 November 2014) and Directive 2008/57/EC amended by 2011/18/EU . 22
This document supersedes EN 50463-1:2012. EN 50463-1:2017 includes the following significant technical changes with respect to EN 50463-1:2012: — extended CPID definition (Clause 3 and Clause 4). Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of patent rights. CENELEC shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights. This document has been prepared under a mandate given to CENELEC by the European Commission and the European Free Trade Association, and supports essential requirements of EU Directive(s). For the relationship with EU Directive(s) see informative Annex ZZ, which is an integral part of this document. This document is Part 1 of the EN 50463 series which consists of the following parts, under the common title Railway applications — Energy measurement on board trains: — Part 1: General; — Part 2: Energy measuring; — Part 3: Data handling; — Part 4: Communication; — Part 5: Conformity assessment. This series of European Standards follows the functional guidelines description in EN ISO/IEC 17000:2004, Annex A “Principles of conformity assessment”, tailored to the Energy Measurement System (EMS). The requirements for Energy Measurement Systems in the relevant Technical Specifications for Interoperability are supported by this series of European Standards. SIST EN 50463-1:2018
Figure 1 — EMS functional structure and dataflow diagram Energy Calculation Function Location Reference Source Voltage Measurement Function Current Measurement Function Time Reference Source Energy Measurement Function (EMF) EN 50463-2 (Energy Measuring) EN 50463-1 (General), EN 50463-4 (Communication), EN 50463-5 (Conformity Assessment) On-ground On-board (Traction Unit) Data Handling Funtion Data Handling System (DHS) EN 50463-3 (Data Handling) Data
Collecting
System (DCS) Energy Measurement System (EMS)
Settlement System Communication Function EN 50463-4 Communication Function SIST EN 50463-1:2018
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EN 50463-1:2017 표준 문서는 기차 내 에너지 측정의 주요 목적을 정의하고 있으며, 에너지 소비를 계량하고 청구를 위한 데이터(compiled energy billing data, CEBD)를 DCS(데이터 수집 시스템)에 제공하는 에너지 측정 시스템(EMS)의 기능을 중점적으로 다룹니다. 이 표준은 신재식 에너지 측정 시스템의 요구사항을 제시하는 동시에 모든 에너지 측정 시스템 구성요소에서 구현해야 할 기능에 대한 요구사항을 명확히 하고 있어 전체 시스템을 효과적으로 관리할 수 있도록 돕습니다. EN 50463-1:2017의 강점 중 하나는 AC 및 DC 전원을 사용하는 기차 접촉 차량을 위한 새로운 에너지 측정 시스템에 적용될 수 있도록 설계되었다는 점입니다. 이는 다양한 전력 공급 조건에서도 통일된 세부 사항을 제공함으로써 기차 운영의 효율성을 높이는 데 기여합니다. 또, 이 표준은 이벤트 데이터 수집 및 조정 시스템과의 상호작용을 명확히 하여 시스템 간의 연계성을 강화하고, 실제 운영 환경에서의 활용성을 높입니다. 표준은 이동식 에너지 측정 시스템에는 적용되지 않는 점도 짚고 넘어가야 합니다. 이는 기차 내부 시스템에 최적화된 에너지 측정 기술을 제공하기 위해 설계된 EMS의 범위를 명확히 함으로써 사용자와 개발자 모두에게 명료한 가이드를 제공합니다. 따라서 EN 50463-1:2017은 철도 응용 프로그램에서 에너지 관리 및 소비 측정을 체계적으로 진전시킬 수 있는 중요한 기준을 제시하고 있습니다.
La norme EN 50463-1:2017 pour les applications ferroviaires est un document essentiel qui établit les exigences relatives à la mesure de l'énergie à bord des trains. Son champ d'application est clair : elle décrit le fonctionnement d'un système de mesure de l'énergie (EMS), chargé de mesurer la consommation d'énergie afin de faciliter la facturation et de fournir des données de facturation d'énergie compilées (CEBD) à un système de contrôle de distribution (DCS). Une des forces majeures de cette norme réside dans sa capacité à intégrer des fonctions variées au sein de l'EMS, notamment en matière de gestion de l'énergie. Cela permet aux opérateurs ferroviaires de non seulement facturer la consommation d'énergie, mais aussi d'optimiser la gestion énergétique de leurs systèmes. De plus, la norme précise les interactions entre l'EMS et le DCS, ainsi que les systèmes de règlement, ce qui renforce la compréhension et l'application des rôles de chacun dans le cadre de la facturation énergétique. La norme s'applique spécifiquement aux systèmes de mesure de l'énergie nouvellement fabriqués destinés à être intégrés dans des unités de traction ferroviaires alimentées par les tensions AC et/ou DC conformément à la norme EN 50163. Il est également important de souligner qu'elle ne s'applique pas aux systèmes de mesure d'énergie portables, ce qui aide à cibler son utilisation sur des installations fixes et permanentes, garantissant ainsi la précision et la fiabilité des mesures effectuées. En somme, la norme EN 50463-1:2017 constitue un pilier fondamental pour les applications ferroviaires en matière de mesure énergétique, avec une structure qui favorise à la fois la conformité et l'efficacité opérationnelle dans le secteur ferroviaire.
EN 50463-1:2017は、鉄道アプリケーションにおけるエネルギー測定に関連する標準であり、特に列車上でのエネルギー消費のメーター測定と、エネルギー料金請求のための編纂データ（CEBD）をDCSに提供することを主目的としています。この標準は、エネルギー管理などの他の機能にも使用可能であり、その適用範囲の広さが特長です。 この標準の主な強みは、包括的なエネルギー計測システム（EMS）の要求事項を明確に定義し、エネルギー計測システムの一部または複数の機能を実装するデバイスに対する要求を含んでいる点です。これにより、製造される新しいエネルギー計測システムが、ACおよびDC供給電圧を利用する鉄道牽引装置において適切に機能することが保証されます。また、この標準は、規模や設計の異なる様々なデバイスが統一された基準に基づいて機能することを促進し、高品質なエネルギー管理の実現に貢献します。 さらに、EN 50463-1:2017は、EMSとDCS、そして清算システムとの相互作用を詳細に説明しているため、現場での実用性が高いです。これは、運用者がエネルギー使用を適切に管理し、透明性のある料金請求を行うために必要な基盤を提供します。このように、鉄道業界におけるエネルギー効率の向上やコスト削減に寄与する重要な役割を果たす標準であり、その関連性は非常に高いと言えます。
Die Norm EN 50463-1:2017 behandelt die Anwendung im Bereich der Bahntechnik und legt die Anforderungen für Energiemesssysteme (EMS) an Bord von Zügen fest. Der Hauptzweck dieser europäischen Norm besteht darin, den Energieverbrauch zu messen, um eine Abrechnung zu ermöglichen und kompilierte Energiedaten (CEBD) an ein Datenmanagementsystem (DCS) zu übermitteln. Diese Norm ist besonders relevant, da sie nicht nur die Abrechnung von Energieverbrauch ermöglicht, sondern auch Funktionalitäten für das Energiemanagement bietet. Unter den Stärken der Norm fällt die umfassende Definition der Anforderungen an das gesamte Energied Messsystem und an die zugehörigen Geräte. Die klare Festlegung dieser Anforderungen fördert die Einheitlichkeit und Zuverlässigkeit in der Messung und Berechnung des Energieverbrauchs im Bahnsektor. Zudem bezieht sich die Norm auf neu hergestellte Energiemesssysteme, die sowohl durch Wechselstrom (AC) als auch Gleichstrom (DC) betrieben werden, was ihre Anwendbarkeit in verschiedenen elektrischen Rahmenbedingungen erhöht. Zusätzlich wird in der Norm die Interaktion zwischen dem Energiemesssystem (EMS) und dem Datenmanagementsystem (DCS) sowie dem Abrechnungssystem beschrieben. Diese Definitionen sind entscheidend für die nahtlose Integration und den Austausch von Daten zwischen den Systemen, was die Effizienz und Genauigkeit bei der Energiemanagement und -abrechnung steigert. Die Norm schließt tragbare Energiemesssysteme aus, was bedeutet, dass sie sich ausschließlich auf stationäre oder fest installierte Systeme konzentriert, die in der Bahntechnik verwendet werden. Dies stellt sicher, dass die behandelten Systeme für spezifische Einsatzzwecke optimiert sind und wesentliche Anforderungen einer stabilen und genauen Energieabrechnung gerecht werden. Insgesamt bietet die EN 50463-1:2017 eine solide Grundlage für die Energiemessung im Bahnsektor, unterstützt durch klare Anforderungen und Standards, und zeigt somit ihre große Relevanz für die Zukunft der Energieeffizienz im Transportwesen.
The standard EN 50463-1:2017, titled "Railway applications - Energy measurement on board trains - Part 1: General," serves a critical function in the realm of railway energy management. It outlines the primary purpose of the Energy Measurement System (EMS), focusing on the metering of energy consumption for billing purposes and the provision of compiled energy billing data (CEBD) to a Distribution Control System (DCS). This core functionality is essential for accurate energy billing and management across train operations. One of the standard's strengths lies in its comprehensive requirements for the complete Energy Measurement System. It details the necessary criteria that all devices implementing one or more functions of the EMS must meet, ensuring consistency and reliability across various installations. This standard is applicable to newly manufactured Energy Measurement Systems intended for use on railway traction units powered by both Alternating Current (AC) and Direct Current (DC) supply voltages, as specified in EN 50163. By focusing specifically on newly manufactured systems, the standard drives innovation and the adoption of advanced technology in railway energy management. The relevance of this standard cannot be overstated, particularly as the railway industry increasingly prioritizes energy efficiency and sustainability. The inclusion of functions beyond billing-such as energy management-highlights the standard's adaptability and foresight in meeting future energy challenges within railway applications. Moreover, the clear delineation of the standard's applicability helps various stakeholders, including manufacturers, operators, and regulatory bodies, to understand the scope of its implementation. However, it is important to note that the standard does not cover portable Energy Measurement Systems, which may limit its immediate applicability in certain scenarios but keeps the focus on more permanent installations that are critical for long-term infrastructure development. Overall, EN 50463-1:2017 stands out as a significant standard that not only addresses the current needs of energy measurement in railways but also lays a foundation for future advancements in energy management systems within the industry. Its detailed guidelines and defined scope position it as a key reference for stakeholders involved in railway applications, ensuring efficient and accurate energy consumption monitoring.
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