HD 60364-5-557:2013/A11:2016

Low-voltage electrical installations - Part 5-557: Selection and erection of electrical equipment - Auxiliary circuits

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Errichten von Niederspannungsanlagen - Teil 5-557: Auswahl und Errichtung elektrischer Betriebsmittel - Hilfsstromkreise

Installations électriques à basse tension - Partie 5-557: Choix et mise en œuvre des matériels électriques - Circuits auxiliaires

Nizkonapetostne električne inštalacije - 5-557. del: Izbira in namestitev električne opreme - Pomožni tokokrogi - Dopolnilo A11

Ta točka velja za pomožne tokokroge, razen za tiste, ki jih pokrivajo posebni standardi za izdelke ali sisteme.

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 03-Mar-2016
• Withdrawal Date: 03-Mar-2019
• ICS: 91.140 - Installations in buildings
• Technical Committee: CLC/TC 64 - Electrical installations and protection against electric shock
• Drafting Committee: CLC/TC 64 - Electrical installations and protection against electric shock
• Current Stage: 6060 - Document made available - Publishing
• Start Date: 04-Mar-2016
• Due Date: 29-Nov-2016
• Completion Date: 04-Mar-2016
• Ref Project: SIST HD 60364-5-557:2014/A11:2016 - Low-voltage electrical installations - Part 5-557: Selection and erection of electrical equipment - Auxiliary circuits

Relations

• Referred By: EN 1647:2026 - Leisure accommodation vehicles - Caravan holiday homes - Habitation requirements relating to health and safety
• Effective Date: 08-Apr-2026
• Referred By: EN 17928-1:2024 - Gas infrastructure - Injection stations - Part 1: General requirements
• Effective Date: 09-Feb-2026
• Referred By: EN 1647:2018 - Leisure accommodation vehicles - Caravan holiday homes - Habitation requirements relating to health and safety
• Effective Date: 09-Feb-2026
• Referred By: EN 1647:2018+A1:2021 - Leisure accommodation vehicles - Caravan holiday homes - Habitation requirements relating to health and safety
• Effective Date: 09-Feb-2026
• Referred By: HD 60364-4-46:2016 - Low-voltage electrical installations - Part 4-46: Protection for safety - Isolation and switching
• Effective Date: 03-Feb-2026
• Amends: HD 60364-5-557:2013 - Low-voltage electrical installations - Part 5-557: Selection and erection of electrical equipment - Auxiliary circuits
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2023

Overview

HD 60364-5-557:2013/A11:2016 is a European Harmonization Document developed by CLC (CENELEC) that specifies the requirements for the selection and erection of electrical equipment, specifically with regard to auxiliary circuits in low-voltage electrical installations. This amendment updates the base standard, supporting safer and more reliable installations across Europe. The document serves as a critical reference for national standardization bodies and industry professionals responsible for planning and maintaining electricity supply systems.

Key Topics

• Auxiliary Circuits in Low-Voltage Installations
  The standard outlines how to correctly select and install equipment associated with auxiliary circuits, a component essential for control, signaling, interlocking, and monitoring functions in low-voltage electrical systems.

• Functional Safety and Reliability
  It emphasizes measures to prevent loss of functionality, highlighting the importance of lateral short-circuit protection between parallel conductors, as well as recommendations for protecting system integrity under various operational conditions.

• Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
  The standard addresses EMC, referencing compliance with HD 60364-4-444, ensuring auxiliary circuits do not interfere with other electrical systems and maintain proper operation in environments prone to electromagnetic disturbance.

• Harmonized Approach
  As a Harmonization Document, the amendment ensures consistency across European countries, with national implementation required for all CENELEC member states, fostering seamless integration in cross-border projects.

Applications

HD 60364-5-557:2013/A11:2016 is applicable in a variety of low-voltage installations, providing value to professionals involved in:

• Design and Installation of New Buildings
  Ensuring auxiliary circuits for control, alarm, and safety systems meet the latest European safety and functionality criteria.

• Upgrading or Maintaining Electrical Systems
  Helping facility managers and contractors assess compliance of existing auxiliary circuits, identify areas needing upgrades, and prevent system faults.

• Industrial and Commercial Facilities
  Supporting implementation in complex automated manufacturing plants or commercial complexes where robust auxiliary circuits are critical for seamless operation and safety.

• Regulatory and Inspection Activities
  Enabling inspectors and regulatory bodies to evaluate whether installations conform to harmonized European requirements, providing clarity during certification and compliance checks.

Related Standards

For comprehensive compliance and system integration, consider these related standards:

• HD 60364-4-444 - Focuses on electromagnetic disturbance protection in low-voltage installations, closely referenced by 5-557 for EMC requirements.
• HD 60364 Series - Encompasses broader requirements for design, erection, and verification of electrical installations.
• IEC 60364 Series - The international equivalent of HD 60364, relevant for projects with global scope or requiring alignment with IEC standards.

By aligning with HD 60364-5-557:2013/A11:2016, professionals ensure that auxiliary circuits in low-voltage installations contribute to overall system safety, reliability, and compliance with European best practices. Adhering to this standard supports uniform quality in the construction and maintenance of electrical systems, facilitating interoperability and reducing technical barriers across Europe.

Standards Content (Sample)

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Low-voltage electrical installations - Part 5-557: Selection and erection of electrical
equipment - Auxiliary circuits
Errichten von Niederspannungsanlagen - Teil 5-557: Auswahl und Errichtung elektrischer
Betriebsmittel - Hilfsstromkreise
Installations électriques à basse tension - Partie 5-557: Choix et mise en œuvre des
matériels électriques - Circuits auxiliaires
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: HD 60364-5-557:2013/A11:2016
ICS:
91.140.50 Sistemi za oskrbo z elektriko Electricity supply systems
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

HARMONIZATION DOCUMENT HD 60364-5-557:2013/A11

DOCUMENT D'HARMONISATION
HARMONISIERUNGSDOKUMENT
March 2016
ICS 91.140
English Version
Low-voltage electrical installations -
Part 5-557: Selection and erection of electrical equipment -
Auxiliary circuits
Installations électriques à basse tension -  Errichten von Niederspannungsanlagen -
Partie 5-557: Choix et mise en œuvre des matériels Teil 5-557: Auswahl und Errichtung elektrischer
électriques - Circuits auxiliaires Betriebsmittel - Hilfsstromkreise
This amendment A11 modifies the Harmonization Document HD 60364-5-557:2013; it was approved by CENELEC on 2015-05-18.
CENELEC members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for implementation of
this amendment at national level.
Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such national implementations 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).
CENELEC members are the national electrotechnical committees of Austria, Belgium
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