EN IEC 60335-2-28:2025/A11:2025
(Amendment)Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-28: Particular requirements for sewing machines
Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-28: Particular requirements for sewing machines
This European Standard deals with the safety of electric sewing machines for household and similar use, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V for single-phase and 480 V for other appliances.
Sicherheit elektrischer Geräte für den Hausgebrauch und ähnliche Zwecke - Teil 2-28: Besondere Anforderungen für Nähmaschinen
Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues - Sécurité - Partie 2-28: Exigences particulières pour les machines à coudre
Gospodinjski in podobni električni aparati - Varnost - 2-28. del: Posebne zahteve za šivalne stroje - Dopolnilo A11
Ta evropski standard obravnava varnost električnih šivalnih strojev za gospodinjstvo in podobne načine uporabe z nazivno napetostjo, ki ne presega 250 V za enofazne aparate in 480 V za druge aparate.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 15-May-2025
- Technical Committee
- CLC/TC 61 - Safety of household and similar electrical appliances
- Drafting Committee
- CLC/TC 61/WG 01 - Relation with standardization and legislation
- Current Stage
- 6060 - Document made available - Publishing
- Start Date
- 16-May-2025
- Due Date
- 13-May-2026
- Completion Date
- 16-May-2025
Relations
- Effective Date
- 12-Mar-2024
Overview
EN IEC 60335-2-28:2025/A11:2025 (CENELEC amendment A11) is a European safety amendment for electric sewing machines used in household and similar environments. It supplements Part 2-28 (Particular requirements for sewing machines) and is to be read together with EN IEC 60335-1:2023+A11:2023 (General requirements). The standard covers sewing machines with rated voltages up to 250 V single-phase and up to 480 V for other appliance types. Amendment A11 was approved by CENELEC on 2024-09-25 and published in 2025; national implementation deadlines are indicated in the document.
Key topics and requirements
This amendment and the underlying standard focus on safety aspects relevant to household sewing machines. Key topics include:
- Scope and application: Clarifies types of sewing machines and voltage limits covered by the standard (household and similar use).
- Relationship to Part 1: Particular requirements in Part 2-28 are applied in conjunction with the general safety requirements of EN IEC 60335-1.
- Normative references: Adds or updates references important for testing and components, notably:
- IEC 60320-2-1 (appliance couplers for sewing machines)
- IEC 60584-1 (thermocouples - EMF specifications and tolerances)
- Annex and clause modifications: Amendment A11 modifies the Introduction and certain annexes (including Annex ZA for normative references), indicating specific European adaptations and national adoption rules.
- Compliance timeline and national adoption: Specifies dates for publication/endorsement and withdrawal of conflicting national standards.
(Note: For detailed test methods, construction requirements, and verification procedures, consult the full EN IEC 60335-2-28:2025 and related Part 1 standard.)
Applications and users
This standard and amendment are essential for stakeholders involved in the design, manufacture, testing, conformity assessment and market placement of household sewing machines:
- Manufacturers and product designers - ensure product safety and compliance with European requirements.
- Test laboratories and certification bodies - apply the standard and referenced IEC documents for type testing and conformity assessment.
- Regulatory authorities and market surveillance - verify compliance and enforce national implementation.
- Importers, distributors and procurement teams - check conformity to minimize liability and ensure market access in CENELEC member countries.
Related standards
- EN IEC 60335-1:2023+A11:2023 - General requirements for household and similar electrical appliances.
- EN IEC 60320-2-1 - Appliance couplers for sewing machines (reference for connectors).
- EN 60584-1 - Thermocouples (EMF specifications and tolerances).
Keywords: EN IEC 60335-2-28:2025/A11:2025, sewing machine safety standard, household electrical appliances safety, EN IEC 60335-2-28 amendment A11, CENELEC, IEC 60320-2-1, IEC 60335-1.
Frequently Asked Questions
EN IEC 60335-2-28:2025/A11:2025 is a amendment published by CLC. Its full title is "Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-28: Particular requirements for sewing machines". This standard covers: This European Standard deals with the safety of electric sewing machines for household and similar use, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V for single-phase and 480 V for other appliances.
This European Standard deals with the safety of electric sewing machines for household and similar use, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V for single-phase and 480 V for other appliances.
EN IEC 60335-2-28:2025/A11:2025 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 13.120 - Domestic safety; 61.080 - Sewing machines and other equipment for the clothing industry; 97.180 - Miscellaneous domestic and commercial equipment. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN IEC 60335-2-28:2025/A11:2025 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN IEC 60335-2-28:2025. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-julij-2025
Gospodinjski in podobni električni aparati - Varnost - 2-28. del: Posebne zahteve
za šivalne stroje - Dopolnilo A11
Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-28: Particular requirements
for sewing machines
Sicherheit elektrischer Geräte für den Hausgebrauch und ähnliche Zwecke - Teil 2-28:
Besondere Anforderungen für Nähmaschinen
Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues - Sécurité - Partie 2-28: Exigences
particulières pour les machines à coudre
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN IEC 60335-2-28:2025/A11:2025
ICS:
13.120 Varnost na domu Domestic safety
61.080 Šivalni stroji in druga oprema Sewing machines and other
za oblačilno industrijo equipment for the clothing
industry
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
EUROPEAN STANDARD EN IEC 60335-2-
28:2025/A11
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
May 2025
ICS 13.120; 61.080; 97.180
English Version
Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-28:
Particular requirements for sewing machines
Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues - Sécurité - Sicherheit elektrischer Geräte für den Hausgebrauch und
Partie 2-28: Exigences particulières pour les machines à ähnliche Zwecke - Teil 2-28: Besondere Anforderungen für
coudre Nähmaschinen
This amendment A11 modifies the European Standard EN IEC 60335-2-28:2025; it was approved by CENELEC on 2024-09-25. CENELEC
members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this amendment 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.
This amendment exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translation under the
responsibility of a CENELEC member into its own language and notified to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre has the same status as
the official versions.
CENELEC members are the national electrotechnical committees of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, the Czech Republic,
Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the
Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Republic of North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland,
Türkiye and the United Kingdom.
European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization
Comité Européen de Normalisation Electrotechnique
Europäisches Komitee für Elektrotechnische Normung
CEN-CENELEC Management Centre: Rue de la Science 23, B-1040 Brussels
© 2025 CENELEC All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved worldwide for CENELEC Members.
Ref. No. EN IEC 60335-2-28:2025/A11:2025 E
SIST EN IEC 60335-2-28
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SIST EN IEC 60335-2-28:2025/A11:2025は、家庭用および類似の用途における電気ミシンの安全性に関するヨーロッパの標準です。この標準の範囲は、単相電圧が250 V以下、その他の機器では480 V以下の定格電圧を持つ電気ミシンに特化しています。家庭でよく使用されるミシンに対する設計および製造基準を定義することで、消費者の安全を確保することを目的としています。 この標準の強みは、実用性と安全性に重点を置いている点です。具体的には、ユーザーの安全を守るための具体的な要件が明示されており、過電流や過熱、電気ショックのリスクを最小限に抑えるための指針が含まれています。また、屋外での使用を想定した場合にも適応可能な安全基準が設定されており、使用環境に応じた柔軟性を提供しています。 さらに、SIST EN IEC 60335-2-28:2025/A11:2025は、電気ミシンの設計や製造に関与するメーカーやエンジニアにとって、遵守すべき明確な基準を示している点で非常に重要です。この標準を遵守することにより、製品の品質向上に寄与し、消費者からの信頼を得ることが可能になります。 また、家庭用電気機器の安全性に対する国際的な規格と整合性がとれており、国際市場における競争力を維持するためにも欠かせない基準となっています。この標準は、技術の進展に伴い適宜見直されるべきであり、最新の安全基準を反映するよう更新が期待されます。 総じて、SIST EN IEC 60335-2-28:2025/A11:2025は、家庭用および類似の用途における電気ミシンの安全性を確保するための不可欠な指針であり、その適用範囲は広く、多くの利害関係者にとって重要な参考資料となるでしょう。
The EN IEC 60335-2-28:2025/A11:2025 standard focuses on the safety requirements specifically tailored for electric sewing machines intended for household and similar uses. This standard is crucial as it sets rigorous criteria that ensure these appliances operate safely when their rated voltage does not exceed 250 V for single-phase and 480 V for other configurations. One of the significant strengths of this standard lies in its comprehensive scope that addresses various safety aspects, including electrical, mechanical, and thermal hazards associated with sewing machines. It provides clear guidelines that help manufacturers design and test these devices, ensuring they meet safety norms before reaching consumers. This not only enhances user protection but also contributes to the reliability and durability of the appliances, strengthening consumer trust in the products. Moreover, the relevance of EN IEC 60335-2-28:2025/A11:2025 cannot be overstated given the widespread use of electric sewing machines in both domestic and professional environments. As sewing continues to gain popularity in various sectors, from crafting to haute couture, adhering to such standards is vital for minimizing risks related to appliance malfunctions. Additionally, the updating nature of this standard signifies an ongoing commitment to improving safety measures, showcasing its adaptability to new technological advancements and emerging safety concerns in the industry. Therefore, this standard serves as an essential reference point for manufacturers, ensuring compliance and enhancing the overall safety profile of sewing machines in the market.
표준 EN IEC 60335-2-28:2025/A11:2025는 가정용 및 유사 용도의 전기 재봉틀의 안전성을 다루고 있으며, 특히 이 표준은 250V(단상) 이하 및 480V(기타 기기의 경우) 전압에서 작동하는 전기 재봉틀에 대한 특정 요구 사항을 명시하고 있습니다. 이 표준의 범위는 전기 재봉틀의 사용 안전성을 보장하는 데 중점을 두고 있습니다. 이 표준의 강점 중 하나는 국제적인 안전 기준을 준수하는 구조로 되어 있어, 제조업체와 소비자 모두에게 신뢰성을 제공합니다. 또한, 전기 재봉틀의 다양한 모델과 기능에 대한 요구 사항을 반영하고 있어, 다양한 유형의 가정용 재봉틀이 이 표준에 부합하도록 할 수 있습니다. 이는 소비자에게 안전하고 효율적인 제품 사용을 보장하며, 제조업체에게는 품질과 안전성을 증명할 수 있는 척도를 제공합니다. EN IEC 60335-2-28:2025/A11:2025의 관련성은 가정용 전기 재봉틀의 안전성을 보장하는 데 필수적입니다. 특히, 가정에서의 사용이 증가함에 따라 소비자들은 안전성에 대한 요구가 더욱 커지고 있으며, 이에 따라 이 표준은 시장의 필요를 충족시키는 중요한 역할을 하고 있습니다. 표준이 제공하는 안전 기준은 전기 재봉틀 제조업체들에게 제품 개발 시 참고할 수 있는 명확한 지침을 제공하여, 궁극적으로 소비자 보호에도 기여합니다. 종합적으로, EN IEC 60335-2-28:2025/A11:2025는 가정용 전기 재봉틀의 안전성을 보장하는 데 필수적인 표준으로, 제조업체와 소비자 모두에게 유용한 안전 기준을 제시하고 있습니다.
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