IEC 60335-2-45:2002

Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-45: Particular requirements for portable heating tools and similar appliances

Deals with the safety of portable electric heating tools and similar appliances, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V. Examples of appliances that are within the scope of this standard are branding tools;burning-in pens; conduit-soldering tools; dehorning tools; desoldering irons; firelighters; glue guns; heat guns; paint strippers; plastic-cutting tools; soldering guns; soldering irons; stripping pliers and thermoplastic conduit-welding tools.

Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues - Sécurité - Partie 2-45: Règles particulières pour les outils chauffants mobiles et appareils analogues

Traite de la sécurité des outils chauffants électriques mobiles et des appareils analogues, dont la tension assignée n'est pas supérieure à 250 V. Comme exemples d'appareils compris dans le domaine d'application de la présente norme, on peut citer les fers à marquer, les pyrograveurs, les outils à souder les conduits, les appareils à décorner les animaux, les fers à dessouder les appareils à allumer le feu, les pistolets à colle, les pistolets à air chaud, les appareils de décapage de la peinture, les outils à couper le plastique, les fers instantanés, les fers à souder, les pinces à dénuder, les outils à souder les conduits thermoplastiques.

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 30-Oct-2002
• ICS: 13.120 - Domestic safety
• ICS: 25.140.20 - Electric tools
• Technical Committee: TC 61 - Safety of household and similar electrical appliances
• Current Stage: DELPUB - Deleted Publication
• Start Date: 12-Nov-2024
• Completion Date: 23-Jun-2023

Relations

• Amended By: IEC 60335-2-45:2002/AMD1:2008 - Amendment 1 - Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-45: Particular requirements for portable heating tools and similar appliances
• Effective Date: 05-Sep-2023
• Amended By: IEC 60335-2-45:2002/AMD2:2011 - Amendment 2 - Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-45: Particular requirements for portable heating tools and similar appliances
• Effective Date: 05-Sep-2023
• Revised: IEC 60335-2-45:2024 - Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-45: Particular requirements for portable heating tools and similar appliances
• Effective Date: 05-Sep-2023

Overview

IEC 60335-2-45:2002 is an International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) safety standard for portable electric heating tools and similar appliances (rated voltage ≤ 250 V). Published as Part 2‑45 of the IEC 60335 series, this third edition (2002) defines particular safety requirements that supplement the general safety rules in IEC 60335-1. The scope includes common consumer and trade items such as soldering irons, soldering guns, glue guns, heat guns, paint strippers, dehorning tools, branding tools, burning‑in pens, desoldering irons, firelighters, plastic‑cutting tools and thermoplastic welding tools.

Key topics and technical requirements

This part 2 standard supplements Part 1 and addresses hazards specific to portable heating appliances. Major technical topics covered include:

• Scope and definitions for portable heating tools and related terms (e.g., biased‑off switch, normal operation profiles).
• Marking and instructions requirements to ensure safe use and clear user guidance.
• Heating and temperature control: provisions to manage surface and tip temperatures and defined normal-operation cycles for specific tools (e.g., soldering guns, heat guns, firelighters).
• Electrical safety: tests and limits for leakage current, electric strength at operating temperature, transient overvoltages, supply connection and flexible cords.
• Protection against mechanical and thermal hazards: stability, mechanical strength, and construction to reduce burn, fire and mechanical injury risk.
• Environmental and endurance testing: moisture resistance, endurance, abnormal operation tests, and resistance to heat and fire.
• Components and wiring: requirements for internal wiring, components, terminals, earthing and creepage/clearance distances.
• Product classification and testing conditions: appliance classes, normal and abnormal use definitions, and test setups.

Practical applications

IEC 60335-2-45 is applied when designing, manufacturing, testing or certifying portable heating tools to ensure user safety and regulatory compliance. Practical uses include:

• Product design validation and specification of safety features (temperature limits, switches, insulation).
• Type testing and compliance verification by testing laboratories and conformity assessment bodies.
• Technical reference for manufacturers preparing user manuals, markings and installation instructions.
• Support for national regulators and standards bodies when adopting international requirements or noting national deviations.

Who should use this standard

• Appliance manufacturers and product designers
• Compliance engineers and safety assessors
• Test laboratories and certification bodies
• Regulatory authorities and standards committees

Related standards

• IEC 60335-1 (General requirements for household and similar electrical appliances) - mandatory companion document.
• IEC 60364 (wiring rules) - referenced for compatibility with electrical installations.
• Exclusions noted: IEC 60745 and IEC 61029 (motor‑operated tools standards) cover other tool categories.

Keywords: IEC 60335-2-45, portable heating tools safety, soldering iron safety, glue gun standard, heat gun compliance, household appliance safety.

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INTERNATIONAL IEC
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60335-2-45
Third edition
2002-10
Household and similar electrical appliances –
Safety –
Part 2-45:
Particular requirements for portable
heating tools and similar appliances
Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues –
Sécurité –
Partie 2-45:
Règles particulières pour les outils chauffants mobiles
et appareils analogues
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STANDARD
60335-2-45
Third edition
2002-10
Household and similar electrical appliances –
Safety –
Part 2-45:
Particular requirements for portable
heating tools and similar appliances
Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues –
Sécurité –
Partie 2-45:
Règles particulières pour les outils chauffants mobiles
et appareils analogues
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CONTENTS
FOREWORD . 3
INTRODUCTION .5
1 Scope . 6
2 Normative references. 7
3 Definitions . 7
4 General requirement . 8
5 General conditions for the tests . 9
6 Classification . 9
7 Marking and instructions . 9
8 Protection against access to live parts .10
9 Starting of motor-operated appliances .10
10 Power input and current.10
11 Heating.11
12 Void .11
13 Leakage current and electric strength at operating temperature .11
14 Transient overvoltages.11
15 Moisture resistance.11
16 Leakage current and electric strength .12
17 Overload protection of transformers and associated circuits.12
18 Endurance .12
19 Abnormal operation.12
20 Stability and mechanical hazards.13
21 Mechanical strength.13
22 Construction .14
23 Internal wiring.15
24 Components .15
25 Supply connection and external flexible cords.15
26 Terminals for external conductors .16
27 Provision for earthing.16
28 Screws and connections .17
29 Clearances, creepage distances and solid insulation .17
30 Resistance to heat and fire .17
31 Resistance to rusting .17
32 Radiation, toxicity and similar hazards .17
Annexes.18
Bibliography.18

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HOUSEHOLD AND SIMILAR ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES –
SAFETY –
Part 2-45: Particular requirements for portable heating tools
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FOREWORD
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all national electrotechnical committees (IEC National Committees). The object of the IEC is to promote
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indicated in the latter.
5) The IEC provides no marking procedure to indicate its approval and cannot be rendered responsible for any
equipment declared to be in conformity with one of its standards.
6) Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this International Standard may be the subject
of patent rights. The IEC shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
This part of International Standard IEC 60335 has been prepared by IEC technical committee
61: Safety of household and similar electrical appliances.
This third edition cancels and replaces the second edition published in 1996. It constitutes a
technical revision.
The text of this part of IEC 60335 is based on the following documents:
FDIS Report on voting
61/2219/FDIS 61/2294/RVD
Full information on the voting for the approval of this standard can be found in the report on
voting indicated in the above table.
This part 2 is to be used in conjunction with the latest edition of IEC 60335-1 and its
amendments. It was established on the basis of the fourth edition (2001) of that standard.
NOTE 1 When “Part 1” is mentioned in this standard, it refers to IEC 60335-1.
This part 2 supplements or modifies the corresponding clauses in IEC 60335-1, so as to
convert that publication into the IEC standard: Safety requirements for portable electric
heating tools and similar appliances

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When a particular subclause of Part 1 is not mentioned in this part 2, that subclause applies
as far as is reasonable. When this standard states "addition", "modification", or "replacement",
the relevant text in Part 1 is to be adapted accordingly.
NOTE 2 The following numbering system is used:
– subclauses, tables and figures that are numbered starting from 101 are additional to those in Part 1;
– unless notes are in a new subclause or involve notes in Part 1, they are numbered starting from 101, including
those in a replaced clause or subclause;
– additional annexes are lettered AA, BB, etc.
NOTE 3 The following print types are used:
– requirements: in roman type;
– test specifications: in italic type;
– notes: in small roman type.
Words in bold in the text are defined in Clause 3. When a definition concerns an adjective, the adjective and the
associated noun are also in bold.
The committee has decided that the contents of this publication will remain unchanged until
2004. At this date, the publication will be
• reconfirmed;
• withdrawn;
• replaced by a revised edition, or
• amended.
The following differences exist in the countries indicated below.
– 3.1.9: The conditions of normal operation are different for soldering guns and plastic-cutting tools (USA).
– 6.1: Class 0 appliances are allowed if their rated voltage does not exceed 150 V and class 0I appliances are
allowed (Japan).
– 6.1: Class 0 soldering irons are allowed if their rated power input does not exceed 18 W (Poland).
– 6.1: Class I dehorning tools are allowed. Class 0 appliances are allowed if their rated voltage does not
exceed 150 V and they are for indoor use only (USA).
– 11.7: The test for firelighters is different (USA).
– 11.8: The modification does not apply (USA).
– 21.101: The drop test is different (USA).
– 24.1.3: Switches are tested for 6 000 cycles of operation (Canada and USA).
– 25.7: Lighter cords are allowed (USA).
– 25.7: The modification does not apply (Japan).
– 25.8: Shorter supply cords are allowed for class II dehorning tools (USA).
A bilingual version of this publication may be issued at a later date.

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INTRODUCTION
It has been assumed in the drafting of this International Standard that the execution of its
provisions is entrusted to appropriately qualified and experienced persons.
This standard recognizes the internationally accepted level of protection against hazards such
as electrical, mechanical, thermal, fire and radiation of appliances when operated as in
normal use taking into account the manufacturer's instructions. It also covers abnormal
situations that can be expected in practice.
This standard takes into account the requirements of IEC 60364 as far as possible so that
there is compatibility with the wiring rules when the appliance is connected to the supply
mains. However, national wiring rules may differ.
If an appliance within the scope of this standard also incorporates functions that are covered
by another part 2 of IEC 60335, the relevant part 2 is applied to each function separately, as
far as is reasonable. If applicable, the influence of one function on the other is taken into
account.
This standard is a product family standard dealing with the safety of appliances and takes
precedence over horizontal and generic standards covering the same subject.
An appliance that complies with the text of this standard will not necessarily be considered to
comply with the safety principles of the standard if, when examined and tested, it is found to
have other features that impair the level of safety covered by these requirements.
An appliance employing materials or having forms of construction differing from those detailed
in the requirements of this standard may be examined and tested according to the intent of
the requirements and, if found to be substantially equivalent, may be considered to comply
with the standard.
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HOUSEHOLD AND SIMILAR ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES –
SAFETY –
Part 2-45: Particular requirements for portable heating tools
and similar appliances
1 Scope
This clause of Part 1 is replaced by the following.
This International Standard deals with the safety of portable electric heating tools and
similar appliances, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V.
Appliances not intended for normal household use, but which nevertheless may be a source
of danger to the public, such as appliances intended to be used by laymen in shops, in light
industry and on farms, are within the scope of this standard.
Appliances that may also be used when mounted on a support are within the scope of this
standard.
NOTE 101 Examples of appliances that are within the scope of this standard are
– branding tools;
– burning-in pens;
– conduit-soldering tools;
– dehorning tools;
– desoldering irons;
– firelighters;
– glue guns;
– heat guns;
– household film-welding appliances;
– paint strippers;
– plastic-cutting tools;
– soldering guns;
– soldering irons;
– stripping pliers;
– thermoplastic conduit-welding tools.
As far as is practicable, this standard deals with the common hazards presented by
appliances which are encountered by all persons in and around the home. However, in
general, it does not in general take into account
– the use of appliances by young children or infirm persons without supervision;
– playing with the appliance by young children.
NOTE 102 Attention is drawn to the fact that
– for appliances intended to be used in vehicles or on board ships or aircraft, additional requirements may be
necessary;
– in many countries additional requirements are specified by the national health authorities, the national
authorities responsible for the protection of labour and similar authorities.
NOTE 103 This standard does not apply to
– hand-held motor-operated electric tools (IEC 60745);

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– transportable motor-operated electric tools (IEC 61029);
– appliances intended exclusively for industrial purposes;
– appliances intended to be used in locations where special conditions prevail, such as the presence of a
corrosive or explosive atmosphere (dust, vapour or gas);
– tools using high-frequency heating;
– arc-welding equipment.
2 Normative references
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
3 Definitions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
3.1.9 Replacement:
normal operation
operation of appliances under the following conditions
Appliances having a stand are operated on the stand, unless otherwise specified.
Other appliances are operated in accordance with the instructions, unless otherwise specified.
Soldering guns and plastic-cutting tools incorporating a biased-off switch are operated in
cycles in accordance with the instructions but they are switched on for at least 12 s with rest
periods not exceeding 48 s. For soldering guns, the on-period is such that the temperature
at the tip reaches at least 300 °C at the end of the first on-period.
Household film-welding appliances are operated in cycles in accordance with the
instructions but they are switched on at least for the time necessary to weld together two
sheets of plastic film with rest periods not exceeding 2 min. The plastic film is high pressure
(low density) polyethylene, each sheet having a thickness of 50 μm.
Heat guns are operated with the airflow horizontal.
Firelighters are operated to ignite charcoal placed in a tray having a diameter of 600 mm and
a side 50 mm high. The pile of charcoal is 500 mm in diameter and 100 mm high at its centre.
Contact firelighters are positioned with the heating element horizontal and inserted in the
centre of the charcoal.
Hot-air firelighters are positioned with the airflow horizontal, or directed downwards up to
45° if allowed by the construction, whichever is more unfavourable.
3.1 3.101
biased-off switch
switch that automatically returns to the off position when its actuating member is released
3.2 3.102
branding tool
appliance for marking wood, leather and other materials by means of a heated metal stamp
3.3 3.103
burning-in pen
appliance for scribing on wood, leather and other materials by means of a heated tip

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3.4 3.104
conduit-soldering tool
appliance used for joining metal piping by means of solder
3.5 3.105
dehorning tool
appliance for burning out horn buds
3.6 3.106
desoldering iron
appliance for melting and removing solder
3.7 3.107
firelighter
appliance for igniting solid fuel such as charcoal or wood
3.8 3.108
contact firelighter
firelighter incorporating a heating element that is in direct contact with the fuel
3.9 3.109
hot-air firelighter
firelighter that incorporates a fan and a heating element and blows hot air at the fuel
3.10 3.110
heat gun
appliance that produces a jet of hot air
NOTE Heat guns may be used for fusing materials or for softening paint or plastics.
3.11 3.111
household film-weldi
...

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Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety –
Part 2-45: Particular requirements for portable heating tools and similar
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Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues – Sécurité –
Partie 2-45: Règles particulières pour les outils chauffants mobiles et appareils
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IEC 60335-2-45
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INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
NORME
INTERNATIONALE
Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety –
Part 2-45: Particular requirements for portable heating tools and similar
appliances
Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues – Sécurité –
Partie 2-45: Règles particulières pour les outils chauffants mobiles et appareils
analogues
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SOMMAIRE
AVANT-PROPOS.4
INTRODUCTION.8
1 Domaine d’application .10
2 Références normatives.12
3 Définitions .12
4 Exigences générales .16
5 Conditions générales d’essais .16
6 Classification.16
7 Marquage et indications .18
8 Protection contre l’accès aux parties actives .20
9 Démarrage des appareils à moteur.20
10 Puissance et courant .20
11 Echauffements .20
12 Vacant.22
13 Courant de fuite et rigidité diélectrique à la température de régime .22
14 Surtensions transitoires.22
15 Résistance à l’humidité.22
16 Courant de fuite et rigidité diélectrique .22
17 Protection contre la surcharge des transformateurs et des circuits associés.22
18 Endurance.24
19 Fonctionnement anormal .24
20 Stabilité et dangers mécaniques .26
21 Résistance mécanique .26
22 Construction .28
23 Conducteurs internes .30
24 Composants .30
25 Raccordement au réseau et câbles souples extérieurs .30
26 Bornes pour conducteurs externes .32
27 Dispositions en vue de la mise à la terre .32
28 Vis et connexions .32
29 Distances dans l'air, lignes de fuite et isolation solide .34
30 Résistance à la chaleur et au feu.34
31 Protection contre la rouille.34
32 Rayonnement, toxicité et dangers analogues.34

Annexes .36
Annexe A (informative) Essais individuels de série .36

Bibliographie.36

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CONTENTS
FOREWORD.5
INTRODUCTION.9

1 Scope.11
2 Normative references.13
3 Definitions.13
4 General requirement.17
5 General conditions for the tests .17
6 Classification.17
7 Marking and instructions.19
8 Protection against access to live parts.21
9 Starting of motor-operated appliances .21
10 Power input and current .21
11 Heating.21
12 Void .23
13 Leakage current and electric strength at operating temperature.23
14 Transient overvoltages .23
15 Moisture resistance.23
16 Leakage current and electric strength.23
17 Overload protection of transformers and associated circuits .23
18 Endurance.25
19 Abnormal operation.25
20 Stability and mechanical hazards .27
21 Mechanical strength .27
22 Construction.29
23 Internal wiring.31
24 Components.31
25 Supply connection and external flexible cords .31
26 Terminals for external conductors.33
27 Provision for earthing .33
28 Screws and connections .33
29 Clearances, creepage distances and solid insulation .35
30 Resistance to heat and fire.35
31 Resistance to rusting.35
32 Radiation, toxicity and similar hazards.35

Annexes .37

Bibliography.37

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La présente partie de la Norme internationale CEI 60335 a été établie par le comité
d'études 61 de la CEI: Sécurité des appareils électrodomestiques et analogues.
Cette troisième édition annule et remplace la deuxième édition parue en 1996, dont elle
constitue une révision technique.
Cette version bilingue, publiée en 2005-06, correspond à la version anglaise.
Le texte anglais de cette norme est issu des documents 61/2219/FDIS et 61/2294/RVD. Le
rapport de vote 61/2294/RVD donne toute information sur le vote ayant abouti à l’approbation
de cette norme.
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INTERNATIONAL ELECTROTECHNICAL COMMISSION
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HOUSEHOLD AND SIMILAR ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES –
SAFETY –
Part 2-45: Particular requirements for portable heating tools
and similar appliances
FOREWORD
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This part of International Standard IEC 60335 has been prepared by IEC technical committee
61: Safety of household and similar electrical appliances.
This third edition cancels and replaces the second edition published in 1996. It constitutes a
technical revision.
This bilingual version, published in 2005-06, corresponds to the English version.
The text of this part of IEC 60335 is based on the following documents:
FDIS Report on voting
61/2219/FDIS 61/2294/RVD
Full information on the voting for the approval of this standard can be found in the report on
voting indicated in the above table.

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La version française de cette norme n’a pas été soumise au vote.
La présente partie 2 doit être utilisée conjointement avec la dernière édition de la CEI 60335-1
et ses amendements. Elle a été établie sur la base de la quatrième édition (2001) de cette
norme.
NOTE 1 L’expression “Partie 1” utilisée dans la présente norme fait référence à la CEI 60335-1.
La présente partie 2 complète ou modifie les articles correspondants de la CEI 60335-1, de
façon à transformer cette publication en norme CEI: Règles de sécurité pour les outils
électriques chauffants mobiles et appareils analogues.
Lorsqu'un paragraphe particulier de la Partie 1 n'est pas mentionné dans cette partie 2, ce
paragraphe s'applique pour autant qu’il est raisonnable. Lorsque la présente norme spécifie
"addition", "modification" ou "remplacement", le texte correspondant de la Partie 1 doit être
adapté en conséquence.
NOTE 2 Le système de numérotation suivant est utilisé:
– paragraphes, tableaux et figures: ceux qui sont numérotés à partir de 101 sont complémentaires à ceux de la
Partie 1;
– notes: à l’exception de celles qui sont dans un nouveau paragraphe ou de celles qui concernent des notes de
la Partie 1, les notes sont numérotées à partir de 101, y compris celles des articles ou paragraphes qui sont
modifiés ou remplacés;
– annexes: les annexes supplémentaires sont appelées AA, BB, etc.
NOTE 3 Les caractères d'imprimerie suivants sont utilisés:
– exigences: caractères romains;
– modalités d'essais: caractères italiques;
– notes: petits caractères romains.
Les mots en gras dans le texte sont définis à l'Article 3. Lorsqu'une définition concerne un adjectif, l'adjectif et le
nom associé figurent également en gras.
Les différences suivantes existent dans les pays indiqués ci-après.
– 3.1.9: Les conditions de fonctionnement normal sont différentes pour les fers instantanés et pour les appareils
à couper le plastique (USA).
– 6.1: Les appareils de la classe 0 sont admis si leur tension assignée ne dépasse pas 150 V, et les appareils
de la classe 0I sont admis (Japon).
– 6.1: Les fers à souder de la classe 0 sont admis si leur puissance assignée n'excède pas 18 W (Pologne).
– 6.1: Les outils à décorner les animaux de la classe I sont admis. Les appareils de la classe 0 sont admis si
leur tension assignée ne dépasse pas 150 V, et ils sont pour usage à l’intérieur seulement (USA).
– 11.7: L'essai pour les appareils à allumer le feu est différent (USA).
– 11.8: La modification n'est pas applicable (USA).
– 21.101: L’essai de chute est différent (USA).
– 24.1.3: Les interrupteurs sont soumis à 6 000 cycles de fonctionnement (Canada et USA).
– 25.7: Des câbles plus légers sont admis (USA).
– 25.7: La modification n'est pas applicable (Japon).
– 25.8: Des câbles d'alimentation plus courts sont admis pour les appareils à décorner les animaux de la classe
II (USA).
Le comité a décidé que le contenu de cette publication ne sera pas modifié avant la date de
maintenance indiquée sur le site web de la CEI sous «http://webstore.iec.ch» dans les
données relatives à la publication recherchée. A cette date, la publication sera
• reconduite;
• supprimée;
• remplacée par une édition révisée, ou
• amendée.
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The French version of this standard has not been voted upon.
This part 2 is to be used in conjunction with the latest edition of IEC 60335-1 and its
amendments. It was established on the basis of the fourth edition (2001) of that standard.
NOTE 1 When “Part 1” is mentioned in this standard, it refers to IEC 60335-1.
This part 2 supplements or modifies the corresponding clauses in IEC 60335-1, so as to
convert that publication into the IEC standard: Safety requirements for portable electric
heating tools and similar appliances
When a particular subclause of Part 1 is not mentioned in this part 2, that subclause applies
as far as is reasonable. When this standard states "addition", "modification", or "replacement",
the relevant text in Part 1 is to be adapted accordingly.
NOTE 2 The following numbering system is used:
– subclauses, tables and figures that are numbered starting from 101 are additional to those in Part 1;
– unless notes are in a new subclause or involve notes in Part 1, they are numbered starting from 101, including
those in a replaced clause or subclause;
– additional annexes are lettered AA, BB, etc.
NOTE 3 The following print types are used:
– requirements: in roman type;
– test specifications: in italic type;
– notes: in small roman type.
Words in bold in the text are defined in Clause 3. When a definition concerns an adjective, the adjective and the
associated noun are also in bold.
The following differences exist in the countries indicated below.
– 3.1.9: The conditions of normal operation are different for soldering guns and plastic-cutting tools (USA).
– 6.1: Class 0 appliances are allowed if their rated voltage does not exceed 150 V and class 0I appliances are
allowed (Japan).
– 6.1: Class 0 soldering irons are allowed if their rated power input does not exceed 18 W (Poland).
– 6.1: Class I dehorning tools are allowed. Class 0 appliances are allowed if their rated voltage does not
exceed 150 V and they are for indoor use only (USA).
– 11.7: The test for firelighters is different (USA).
– 11.8: The modification does not apply (USA).
– 21.101: The drop test is different (USA).
– 24.1.3: Switches are tested for 6 000 cycles of operation (Canada and USA).
– 25.7: Lighter cords are allowed (USA).
– 25.7: The modification does not apply (Japan).
– 25.8: Shorter supply cords are allowed for class II dehorning tools (USA).

The committee has decided that the contents of this publication will remain unchanged until
the maintenance result date indicated on the IEC web site under "http://webstore.iec.ch" in
the data related to the specific publication. At this date, the publication will be
• reconfirmed;
• withdrawn;
• replaced by a revised edition, or
• amended.
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INTRODUCTION
Il a été considéré en établissant la présente Norme internationale que l'exécution de ses
dispositions était confiée à des personnes expérimentées et ayant une qualification
appropriée.
Cette norme reconnaît le niveau de protection internationalement accepté contre les risques
électriques, mécaniques, thermiques, liés au feu et au rayonnement des appareils, lorsqu'ils
fonctionnent comme en usage normal en tenant compte des instructions du fabricant. Elle
couvre également les situations anormales auxquelles on peut s'attendre dans la pratique.
Cette norme tient compte autant que possible des exigences de la CEI 60364, de façon à
rester compatible avec les règles d'installation quand l’appareil est raccordé au réseau
d’alimentation. Cependant, des règles nationales d'installation peuvent être différentes.
Si un appareil compris dans le domaine d’application de cette norme comporte également des
fonctions qui sont couvertes par une autre partie 2 de la CEI 60335, la partie 2
correspondante est appliquée à chaque fonction séparément, dans la limite du raisonnable. Si
cela est applicable, on tient compte de l’influence d’une fonction sur les autres fonctions.
Cette norme est une norme de famille de produits traitant de la sécurité d’appareils et a
préséance sur les normes horizontales et génériques couvrant le même sujet.
Un appareil conforme au texte de la présente norme ne sera pas nécessairement jugé
conforme aux principes de sécurité de la norme si, lorsqu'il est examiné et soumis aux essais,
il apparaît qu'il présente d'autres caractéristiques qui compromettent le niveau de sécurité
visé par ces exigences.
Un appareil utilisant des matériaux ou présentant des modes de construction différents de
ceux décrits dans les exigences de cette norme peut être examiné et essayé en fonction de
l'objectif poursuivi par ces exigences et, s'il est jugé pratiquement équivalent, il peut être
estimé conforme aux principes de sécurité de la norme.

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INTRODUCTION
It has been assumed in the drafting of this International Standard that the execution of its
provisions is entrusted to appropriately qualified and experienced persons.
This standard recognizes the internationally accepted level of protection against hazards such
as electrical, mechanical, thermal, fire and radiation of appliances when operated as in
normal use taking into account the manufacturer's instructions. It also covers abnormal
situations that can be expected in practice.
This standard takes into account the requirements of IEC 60364 as far as possible so that
there is compatibility with the wiring rules when the appliance is connected to the supply
mains. However, national wiring rules may differ.
If an appliance within the scope of this standard also incorporates functions that are covered
by another part 2 of IEC 60335, the relevant part 2 is applied to each function separately, as
far as is reasonable. If applicable, the influence of one function on the other is taken into
account.
This standard is a product family standard dealing with the safety of appliances and takes
precedence over horizontal and generic standards covering the same subject.
An appliance that complies with the text of this standard will not necessarily be considered to
comply with the safety principles of the standard if, when examined and tested, it is found to
have other features that impair the level of safety covered by these requirements.
An appliance employing materials or having forms of construction differing from those detailed
in the requirements of this standard may be examined and tested according to the intent of
the requirements and, if found to be substantially equivalent, may be considered to comply
with the standard.
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APPAREILS ÉLECTRODOMESTIQUES ET ANALOGUES –
SÉCURITÉ –
Partie 2-45: Règles particulières pour les outils chauffants mobiles
et appareils analogues
1 Domaine d’application
L’article de la Partie 1 est remplacé par l’article ci-après.
La présente Norme internationale traite de la sécurité des outils chauffants électriques
mobiles et des appareils analogues, dont la tension assignée n'est pas supérieure à 250 V.
Les appareils non destinés à un usage domestique normal, mais qui peuvent néanmoins
constituer une source de danger pour le public, tels que les appareils destinés à être utilisés
par des usagers non avertis dans des magasins, chez des artisans et dans des fermes, sont
compris dans le domaine d'application de la présente norme.
Les appareils qui peuvent également être utilisés montés sur un support sont compris dans le
domaine d'application de la présente norme.
NOTE 101 Comme exemples d'appareils compris dans le domaine d'application de la présente norme, on peut citer
– les fers à marquer;
– les pyrograveurs;
– les outils à souder les conduits;
– les appareils à décorner les animaux;
– les fers à dessouder;
– les appareils à allumer le feu;
– les pistolets à colle;
– les pistolets à air chaud;
– les appareils à souder les films à usage domestique;
– les appareils de décapage de la peinture;
– les outils à couper le plastique;
– les fers instantanés;
– les fers à souder;
– les pinces à dénuder;
– les outils à souder les conduits thermoplastiques.
Dans la mesure du possible, la présente norme traite des risques ordinaires présentés par les
appareils, encourus par tous les individus à l'intérieur et autour de l'habitation. Cependant,
cette norme ne tient pas compte en général
– de l'utilisation des appareils par des jeunes enfants ou des personnes handicapées sans
surveillance;
– de l’emploi de l’appareil comme jouet par des jeunes enfants.
NOTE 102 L’attention est attirée sur le fait que
– pour les appareils destinés à être utilisés dans des véhicules ou à bord de navires ou d'avions, des exigences
supplémentaires peuvent être nécessaires;
– dans de nombreux pays, des exigences supplémentaires sont spécifiées par les organismes nationaux de la
santé, par les organismes nationaux responsables de la protection des travailleurs et par des organismes
similaires.
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HOUSEHOLD AND SIMILAR ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES –
SAFETY –
Part 2-45: Particular requirements for portable heating tools
and similar appliances
1 Scope
This clause of Part 1 is replaced by the following.
This International Standard deals with the safety of portable electric heating tools and
similar appliances, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V.
Appliances not intended for normal household use, but which nevertheless may be a source
of danger to the public, such as appliances intended to be used by laymen in shops, in light
industry and on farms, are within the scope of this standard.
Appliances that may also be used when mounted on a support are within the scope of this
standard.
NOTE 101 Examples of appliances that are within the scope of this standard are
– branding tools;
– burning-in pens;
– conduit-soldering tools;
– dehorning tools;
– desoldering irons;
– firelighters;
– glue guns;
– heat guns;
– household film-welding appliances;
– paint strippers;
– plastic-cutting tools;
– soldering guns;
– soldering irons;
– stripping pliers;
– thermoplastic conduit-welding tools.
As far as is practicable, this standard deals with the common hazards presented by
appliances which are encountered by all persons in and around the home. However, in
general, it does not in general take into account
– the use of appliances by young children or infirm persons without supervision;
– playing with the appliance by young children.
NOTE 102 Attention is drawn to the fact that
– for appliances intended to be used in vehicles or on board ships or aircraft, additional requirements may be
necessary;
– in many countries additional requirements are specified by the national health authorities, the national
authorities responsible for the protection of labour and similar authorities.

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NOTE 103 La présente norme ne s’applique pas:
– aux outils électroportatifs à moteur (CEI 60745);
– aux machines-outils électriques semi-fixes (CEI 61029);
– aux appareils prévus exclusivement pour des usages industriels;
– aux appareils destinés à être utilisés dans des locaux présentant des conditions particulières, telles que la
présence d'une atmosphère corrosive ou explosive (poussière, vapeur ou gaz);
– aux outils utilisant du chauffage à haute fréquence;
– aux matériels de soudage à l'arc.
2 Références normatives
L’article de la Partie 1 est applicable.
3 Définitions
L’article de la Partie 1 est applicable avec les exceptions suivantes.
3.1.9 Remplacement:
conditions de fonctionnement normal
fonctionnement des appareils dans les conditions suivantes
Les appareils ayant un support sont mis en fonctionnement sur leur support, sauf spécifica-
tion contraire.
Les autres appareils sont mis en fonctionnement conformément aux instructions, sauf
spécification contraire.
Les fers instantanés et les outils à couper le plastique comportant un interrupteur sans
verrouillage sont mis en fonctionnement suivant des cycles conformément aux instructions,
mais il sont mis sous tension pendant au moins 12 s, avec des périodes de repos n'excédant
pas 48 s. Pour les fers instantanés, la période de marche est telle que la température à
l'extrémité soit d'au moins 300 °C à la fin de la première période de marche.
Les appareils à souder les films à usage domestique sont mis en fonctionnement suivant
des cycles, conformément aux instructions, mais il sont mis sous tension au moins pendant le
temps nécessaire pour souder ensemble deux feuilles de film plastique, avec des périodes de
repos n'excédant pas 2 min. Le film plastique est en polyéthylène à haute pression (poly-
éthylène basse densité), chaque feuille ayant une épaisseur de 50 μm.
Les pistolets à air chaud sont mis en fonctionnement avec le flux d'air horizontal.
Les appareils à allumer le feu sont mis en fonctionnement pour enflammer du charbon de
bois placé dans un récipient ayant un diamètre de 600 mm et un bord de 50 mm de haut. Le
tas de charbon de bois a 500 mm de diamètre et 100 mm de haut en son centre.
Les appareils à allumer le feu par contact sont placés avec l'élément chauffant horizontal
inséré au centre du charbon.
Les appareils à allumer le feu à air chaud sont placés de façon telle que le flux d'air soit
horizontal ou, si la construction le permet, dirigé vers le bas jusqu’à 45° , suivant la position
la plus défavorable.
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NOTE 103 This standard does not apply to
– hand-held motor-operated electric tools (IEC 60745);
– transportable motor-operated electric tools (IEC 61029);
– appliances intended exclusively for industrial purposes;
– appliances intended to be used in locations where special conditions prevail, such as the presence of a
corrosive or explosive atmosphere (dust, vapour or gas);
– tools using high-frequency heating;
– arc-welding equipment.
2 Normative references
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
3 Definitions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
3.1.9 Replacement:
normal operation
operation of appliances under the following conditions
Appliances having a stand are operated on the stand, unless otherwise specified.
Other appliances are operated in accordance with the instructions, unless otherwise specified.
Soldering guns and plastic-cutting tools incorporating a biased-off switch are operated in
cycles in accordance with the instructions but they are switched on for at least 12 s with rest
periods not exceeding 48 s. For soldering guns, the on-period is such that the temperature
at the tip reaches at least 300 °C at the end of the first on-period.
Household film-welding appliances are operated in cycles in accordance with the
instructions but they are switched on at least for the time necessary to weld together two
sheets of plastic film with rest periods not exceeding 2 min. The plastic film is high pressure
(low density) polyethylene, each sheet having a thickness of 50 μm.
Heat guns are operated with the airflow horizontal.
Firelighters are operated to ignite charcoal placed in a tray having a diameter of 600 mm and
a side 50 mm high. The pile of charcoal is 500 mm in diameter and 100 mm high at its centre.
Contact firelighters are positioned with the heating element horizontal and inserted in the
centre of the charcoal.
Hot-air firelighters are positioned with the airflow horizontal, or directed downwards up to
45° if allowed by the construction, whichever is more unfavourable.

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3.101
interrupteur sans verrouillage
interrupteur qui revient automatiquement à la position arrêt lorsque l’organe de manœuvre
est relâché
3.102
fer à marquer
appareil pour marquer le bois, le cuir et autres matériaux, au moyen d'une empreinte
métallique chauffée
3.103
pyrograveur
appareil pour marquer le bois, le cuir et autres matériaux, au moyen d'une extrémité chauffée
3.104
outil à souder les conduits
appareil pour raccorder des tuyauteries métalliques au moyen de soudures
3.105
appareil à décorner les animaux
appareil pour brûler les bourgeons des cornes
3.106
fer à dessouder
appareil pour faire fondre et enlever les soudures
3.107
appareil à allumer le feu
appareil pour enflammer des combustibles solides, tels que le charbon de bois ou le bois
3.108
appareil à allumer le feu par contact
appareil pour allumer le feu comportant un élément chauffant qui est en contact direct avec
le combustible
3.109
appareil à allumer le feu à air chaud
appareil pour allumer le feu qui comporte un ventilateur et un élément chauffant et qui
souffle de l'air chaud sur le combustible
3.110
pistolet à air chaud
appareil qui produit un jet d'air chaud
NOTE Les pistolets à air chaud peuvent être utilisés pour faire fondre des matériaux ou pour ramollir la peinture
ou la matière plastique.
3.111
appareil à souder les films plastiques à usage domestique
appareil à usage domestique seulement, utilisé pour souder ou pour couper de fines feuilles
thermoplastiques au moyen de parties chauffées électriquement entre lesquelles le matériau
est serré
3.112
appareil de décapage de la peinture
appareil utilisant de l’air chaud pour ramollir la peinture
NOTE Un appareil de décapage de la peinture peut comporter un racloir.

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3.101
biased-off switch
switch that aut
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IEC 60335-2-45
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INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
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IEC 60335-2-45
Edition 3.1 2008-07
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
NORME
INTERNATIONALE
Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety –
Part 2-45: Particular requirements for portable heating tools and similar
appliances
Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues – Sécurité –
Partie 2-45: Règles particulières pour les outils chauffants mobiles et appareils
analogues
INTERNATIONAL
ELECTROTECHNICAL
COMMISSION
COMMISSION
ELECTROTECHNIQUE
PRICE CODE
INTERNATIONALE
CF
CODE PRIX
ICS 13.120; 25.140.20 ISBN 2-8318-9756-4
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CONTENTS
FOREWORD.3
INTRODUCTION.6

1 Scope.7
2 Normative references.8
3 Definitions.8
4 General requirement.10
5 General conditions for the tests .10
6 Classification.10
7 Marking and instructions.11
8 Protection against access to live parts.12
9 Starting of motor-operated appliances .12
10 Power input and current .12
11 Heating.12
12 Void .13
13 Leakage current and electric strength at operating temperature.13
14 Transient overvoltages .13
15 Moisture resistance.13
16 Leakage current and electric strength.13
17 Overload protection of transformers and associated circuits .13
18 Endurance.14
19 Abnormal operation.14
20 Stability and mechanical hazards .15
21 Mechanical strength.15
22 Construction.16
23 Internal wiring.17
24 Components.17
25 Supply connection and external flexible cords .17
26 Terminals for external conductors.18
27 Provision for earthing .18
28 Screws and connections .18
29 Clearances, creepage distances and solid insulation .19
30 Resistance to heat and fire.19
31 Resistance to rusting.19
32 Radiation, toxicity and similar hazards.19

Annexes .

Bibliography.

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INTERNATIONAL ELECTROTECHNICAL COMMISSION
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HOUSEHOLD AND SIMILAR ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES –
SAFETY –
Part 2-45: Particular requirements for portable heating tools
and similar appliances
FOREWORD
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patent rights. IEC shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
This part of International Standard IEC 60335 has been prepared by IEC technical committee 61:
Safety of household and similar electrical appliances.
This consolidated version of IEC 60335-2-45 consists of the third edition (2002) [documents
61/2219/FDIS and 61/2294/RVD] and its amendment 1 (2008) [documents 61/3559/FDIS and
61/3605/RVD].
The technical content is therefore identical to the base edition and its amendment and has
been prepared for user convenience.
It bears the edition number 3.1.
A vertical line in the margin shows where the base publication has been modified by
amendment 1.
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The French version of this standard has not been voted upon.
This part 2 is to be used in conjunction with the latest edition of IEC 60335-1 and its
amendments. It was established on the basis of the fourth edition (2001) of that standard.
NOTE 1 When “Part 1” is mentioned in this standard, it refers to IEC 60335-1.
This part 2 supplements or modifies the corresponding clauses in IEC 60335-1, so as to
convert that publication into the IEC standard: Safety requirements for portable electric
heating tools and similar appliances
When a particular subclause of Part 1 is not mentioned in this part 2, that subclause applies
as far as is reasonable. When this standard states "addition", "modification", or "replacement",
the relevant text in Part 1 is to be adapted accordingly.
NOTE 2 The following numbering system is used:
– subclauses, tables and figures that are numbered starting from 101 are additional to those in Part 1;
– unless notes are in a new subclause or involve notes in Part 1, they are numbered starting from 101, including
those in a replaced clause or subclause;
– additional annexes are lettered AA, BB, etc.
NOTE 3 The following print types are used:
– requirements: in roman type;
– test specifications: in italic type;
– notes: in small roman type.
Words in bold in the text are defined in Clause 3. When a definition concerns an adjective, the adjective and the
associated noun are also in bold.
The following differences exist in the countries indicated below.
– 3.1.9: The conditions of normal operation are different for soldering guns and plastic-cutting tools (USA).
– 6.1: Class 0 appliances are allowed if their rated voltage does not exceed 150 V and class 0I appliances are
allowed (Japan).
– 6.1: Class 0 soldering irons are allowed if their rated power input does not exceed 18 W (Poland).
– 6.1: Class I dehorning tools are allowed. Class 0 appliances are allowed if their rated voltage does not
exceed 150 V and they are for indoor use only (USA).
– 11.7: The test for firelighters is different (USA).
– 11.8: The modification does not apply (USA).
– 21.101: The drop test is different (USA).
– 24.1.3: Switches are tested for 6 000 cycles of operation (Canada and USA).
– 25.7: Lighter cords are allowed (USA).
– 25.7: The modification does not apply (Japan).
– 25.8: Shorter supply cords are allowed for class II dehorning tools (USA).

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The committee has decided that the contents of the base publication and its amendments will
remain unchanged until the maintenance result date indicated on the IEC web site under
"http://webstore.iec.ch" in the data related to the specific publication. At this date,
the publication will be
• reconfirmed,
• withdrawn,
• replaced by a revised edition, or
• amended.
NOTE 4 The attention of National Committees is drawn to the fact that equipment manufacturers and testing
organizations may need a transitional period following publication of a new, amended or revised IEC publication in
which to make products in accordance with the new requirements and to equip themselves for conducting new or
revised tests.
It is the recommendation of the committee that the content of the amendment 1 be adopted for implementation
nationally not earlier than 12 months or later than 36 months from the date of publication.

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INTRODUCTION
It has been assumed in the drafting of this International Standard that the execution of its
provisions is entrusted to appropriately qualified and experienced persons.
This standard recognizes the internationally accepted level of protection against hazards such
as electrical, mechanical, thermal, fire and radiation of appliances when operated as in
normal use taking into account the manufacturer's instructions. It also covers abnormal
situations that can be expected in practice and takes into account the way in which
electromagnetic phenomena can affect the safe operation of appliances.
This standard takes into account the requirements of IEC 60364 as far as possible so that
there is compatibility with the wiring rules when the appliance is connected to the supply
mains. However, national wiring rules may differ.
If an appliance within the scope of this standard also incorporates functions that are covered
by another part 2 of IEC 60335, the relevant part 2 is applied to each function separately, as
far as is reasonable. If applicable, the influence of one function on the other is taken into
account.
When a part 2 standard does not include additional requirements to cover hazards dealt with
in Part 1, Part 1 applies.
NOTE 1 This means that the technical committees responsible for the part 2 standards have determined that it is
not necessary to specify particular requirements for the appliance in question over and above the general
requirements.
This standard is a product family standard dealing with the safety of appliances and takes
precedence over horizontal and generic standards covering the same subject.
NOTE 2 Horizontal and generic standards covering a hazard are not applicable since they have been taken into
consideration when developing the general and particular requirements for the IEC 60335 series of standards. For
example, in the case of temperature requirements for surfaces on many appliances, generic standards, such as
ISO 13732-1 for hot surfaces, are not applicable in addition to Part 1 or part 2 standards.
An appliance that complies with the text of this standard will not necessarily be considered to
comply with the safety principles of the standard if, when examined and tested, it is found to
have other features that impair the level of safety covered by these requirements.
An appliance employing materials or having forms of construction differing from those detailed
in the requirements of this standard may be examined and tested according to the intent of
the requirements and, if found to be substantially equivalent, may be considered to comply
with the standard.
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HOUSEHOLD AND SIMILAR ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES –
SAFETY –
Part 2-45: Particular requirements for portable heating tools
and similar appliances
1 Scope
This clause of Part 1 is replaced by the following.
This International Standard deals with the safety of portable electric heating tools and
similar appliances, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V.
Appliances not intended for normal household use, but which nevertheless may be a source
of danger to the public, such as appliances intended to be used by laymen in shops, in light
industry and on farms, are within the scope of this standard.
Appliances that may also be used when mounted on a support are within the scope of this
standard.
NOTE 101 Examples of appliances that are within the scope of this standard are
– branding tools;
– burning-in pens;
– conduit-soldering tools;
– dehorning tools;
– desoldering irons;
– firelighters;
– glue guns;
– heat guns;
– household film-welding appliances;
– paint strippers;
– plastic-cutting tools;
– soldering guns;
– soldering irons;
– stripping pliers;
– thermoplastic conduit-welding tools.
As far as is practicable, this standard deals with the common hazards presented by
appliances which are encountered by all persons in and around the home. However, in
general, it does not in general take into account
– persons (including children) whose
• physical, sensory or mental capabilities; or
• lack of experience and knowledge
prevents them from using the appliance safely without supervision or instruction;
– children playing with the appliance.

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NOTE 102 Attention is drawn to the fact that
– for appliances intended to be used in vehicles or on board ships or aircraft, additional requirements may be
necessary;
– in many countries additional requirements are specified by the national health authorities, the national
authorities responsible for the protection of labour and similar authorities.
NOTE 103 This standard does not apply to
– hand-held motor-operated electric tools (IEC 60745);
– transportable motor-operated electric tools (IEC 61029);
– appliances intended exclusively for industrial purposes;
– appliances intended to be used in locations where special conditions prevail, such as the presence of a
corrosive or explosive atmosphere (dust, vapour or gas);
– tools using high-frequency heating;
– arc-welding equipment.
2 Normative references
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
3 Definitions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
3.1.9 Replacement:
normal operation
operation of appliances under the following conditions
Appliances having a stand are operated on the stand, unless otherwise specified.
Other appliances are operated in accordance with the instructions, unless otherwise specified.
Soldering guns and plastic-cutting tools incorporating a biased-off switch are operated in
cycles in accordance with the instructions but they are switched on for at least 12 s with rest
periods not exceeding 48 s. For soldering guns, the on-period is such that the temperature
at the tip reaches at least 300 °C at the end of the first on-period.
Household film-welding appliances are operated in cycles in accordance with the
instructions but they are switched on at least for the time necessary to weld together two
sheets of plastic film with rest periods not exceeding 2 min. The plastic film is high pressure
(low density) polyethylene, each sheet having a thickness of 50 μm.
Heat guns are operated with the airflow horizontal.
Firelighters are operated to ignite charcoal placed in a tray having a diameter of 600 mm and
a side 50 mm high. The pile of charcoal is 500 mm in diameter and 100 mm high at its centre.
Contact firelighters are positioned with the heating element horizontal and inserted in the
centre of the charcoal.
Hot-air firelighters are positioned with the airflow horizontal, or directed downwards up to
45° if allowed by the construction, whichever is more unfavourable.

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3.101
biased-off switch
switch that automatically returns to the off position when its actuating member is released
3.102
branding tool
appliance for marking wood, leather and other materials by means of a heated metal stamp
3.103
burning-in pen
appliance for scribing on wood, leather and other materials by means of a heated tip
3.104
conduit-soldering tool
appliance used for joining metal piping by means of solder
3.105
dehorning tool
appliance for burning out horn buds
3.106
desoldering iron
appliance for melting and removing solder
3.107
firelighter
appliance for igniting solid fuel such as charcoal or wood
3.108
contact firelighter
firelighter incorporating a heating element that is in direct contact with the fuel
3.109
hot-air firelighter
firelighter that incorporates a fan and a heating element and blows hot air at the fuel
3.110
heat gun
appliance that produces a jet of hot air
NOTE Heat guns may be used for fusing materials or for softening paint or plastics.
3.111
household film-welding appliance
appliance for household use only, used for welding or cutting thin thermoplastic sheets by
means of electrically heated parts between which the material is clamped
3.112
paint stripper
appliance for softening paint using hot air
NOTE Paint strippers may incorporate a scraper.

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3.113
soldering gun
appliance incorporating a transformer, the soldering tip being part of the secondary circuit
3.114
soldering iron
appliance having a heated tip for soldering
3.115
thermoplastic conduit-welding tool
appliance for welding conduit by partly melting the thermoplastic material of a separate fitting
NOTE The fitting has an integral heating wire and is used only once.
4 General requirement
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
5 General conditions for the tests
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
5.2 Addition:
NOTE 101 An additional sample of a contact firelighter is required for the test of 21.102.
6 Classification
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
6.1 Modification:
Dehorning tools shall be class II or class III.
Other appliances shall be class I, class II or class III.
6.2 Addition:
Class II dehorning tools and transformers for class III dehorning tools shall be at least
IPX4.
Conduit-soldering tools and thermoplastic conduit-welding tools shall be at least IPX4.
Hand-held paint strippers for outdoor use shall be at least IPX4, unless the instructions
state they are not to be stored or left outdoors, in which case they may be IPX0.

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7 Marking and instructions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
7.1 Addition:
Contact firelighters shall be marked with the limit of insertion into the fuel.
Contact firelighters that are not at least IPX4 shall be marked with the substance of the
following:
Do not expose to rain or moisture.
Thermoplastic conduit-welding tools shall be marked with the types of fittings with which
they are to be used and with the corresponding settings. Each fitting shall be marked with the
type of appliance with which it is to be used and with its own type reference.
7.12 Addition:
The instructions for appliances having a separate stand and not incorporating a biased-off
switch shall include the substance of the following:
WARNING: This tool must be placed on its stand when not in use.
The instructions for class III dehorning tools shall include the substance of the following:
WARNING: Only use the transformer provided.
The instructions for heat guns and hand-held paint strippers shall include the substance of
the following.
A fire may result if the appliance is not used with care, therefore
– be careful when using the appliance in places where there are combustible materials;
– do not apply to the same place for a long time;
– do not use in presence of an explosive atmosphere;
– be aware that heat may be conducted to combustible materials that are out of sight;
– place the appliance on its stand after use and allow it to cool down before storage;
– do not leave the appliance unattended when it is switched on.
The instructions for firelighters shall include the substance of the following:
– ensure that the firelighter is properly positioned;
– unplug the firelighter before removal from the fire;
– allow the firelighter to cool before storage;
– do not allow the hot parts of the firelighter to touch the cord or other flammable materials.

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The instructions for thermoplastic conduit-welding tools shall state that a welding operation
must not be repeated on a fitting since this can result in live parts becoming accessible.
8 Protection against access to live parts
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
8.1.4 Addition:
Parts of thermoplastic conduit-welding tools operating at safety extra-low voltage
exceeding 12 V are also considered to be live parts.
9 Starting of motor-operated appliances
This clause of Part 1 is not applicable.
10 Power input and current
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
11 Heating
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
11.2 Modification:
Appliances are tested away from the walls of the test corner.
11.4 Modification:
Soldering guns and other appliances operated through a transformer are supplied at 1,06
times rated voltage.
11.7 Addition:
Contact firelighters are operated for 30 min. Hot-air firelighters are operated for 10 min.
Other appliances are operated until steady conditions are established.
11.8 Modification:
The temperature rise limit specified in Table 3 for pure mica and tightly sintered ceramic
material is increased to 600 K.

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12 Void
13 Leakage current and electric strength at operating temperature
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
13.1 Addition:
Appliances supplied by a transformer are tested as motor-operated appliances.
14 Transient overvoltages
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
15 Moisture resistance
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
15.101 Household film-welding appliances having a suction device shall be constructed
so that suction of liquid does not impair electrical insulation.
NOTE This requirement does not apply to parts operating at safety extra-low voltage.
Compliance is checked by the following test.
A plastic bag is filled with 40 ml of water containing approximately 1 % NaCl. The bag is
positioned so that the surface of the water is at the same level as the suction opening of the
appliance. The bag is then welded with the suction device in operation.
The appliance shall then withstand the electric strength test of 16.3 and inspection shall show
that there is no trace of water on the insulation that could result in a reduction of clearances
and creepage distances below the values specified in Clause 29.
16 Leakage current and electric strength
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
16.1 Addition:
Appliances supplied by a transformer are tested as motor-operated appliances.
17 Overload protection of transformers and associated circuits
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
Modification:
The test is not carried out on soldering guns and other appliances in which the heating
element is part of the secondary circuit of a transformer.

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18 Endurance
This clause of Part 1 is not applicable.
19 Abnormal operation
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
19.1 Addition:
For heat guns and hot-air firelighters, compliance is also checked by the test of 19.101.
19.2 Replacement:
Appliances are operated under the conditions specified in Clause 11 but supplied at 0,94
times rated voltage. However, appliances in which the heating element is part of the
secondary circuit of a transformer are operated continuously for 30 min unless they
incorporate a biased-off switch, in which case they are operated for 5 min. Firelighters are
operated for 2 h without adding fuel.
Paint strippers incorporating integral scrapers are held horizontally in a clamp over the entire
length of the handle. A force of 70 N is exerted on the scraper edge in the direction
corresponding to normal use.
19.3 Replacement:
The test of 19.2 is repeated but with the appliance supplied at 1,06 times rated voltage.
19.4 Addition:
Thermoplastic conduit-welding tools are operated with the fastest possible sequence of
welding operations.
19.101 Heat guns and hot-air firelighters are operated as specified in Clause 11 until
steady conditions are established. The voltage at the terminals of the motor is then reduced
until the running speed of the motor is just sufficient to prevent the thermal cut-out from
operating, the power input to the heating element being maintained at 1,15 times rated power
input.
The voltage is decreased at
– 1 V per minute, for motors having a working voltage not exceeding 30 V;
– 5 V per minute, for motors having a working voltage exceeding 30 V.
The appliances are then operated until steady conditions are established.

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20 Stability and mechanical hazards
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
20.1 Addition:
Hand-held appliances are subjected to the test while placed on their stands.
20.101 Contact firelighters shall have adequate stability.
Compliance is checked by the following test.
The firelighter is placed on a horizontal surface positioned 1 m above the floor. The
maximum insertion mark specified in 7.1 is aligned with the edge of the surface. The supply
cord is allowed to hang freely, the remaining length allowed to lie on the floor.
The appliance shall not tilt.
21 Mechanical strength
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
21.1 Addition:
For hand-held appliances, compliance is also checked by the tests of 21.101.
For contact firelighters, compliance is also checked by the test of 21.102.
21.101 The supply cord of hand-held appliances is cut to a length of 100 mm, measured
from the point where the cord, or cord guard, enters the appliance.
The appliance is dropped from a height of 1 m on to a hardwood base having a thickness
of 50 mm.
This test is carried out five times, the appliance positioned so that its major axis is horizontal
and so that a different part of the appliance is exposed to the impact each time.
The appliance is then dropped five times with its major axis vertical and with tips of soldering
irons, or corresponding parts of other appliances, pointing downwards.
The appliance shall not be damaged to such an extent that compliance with this standard is
impaired, in particular live parts shall not become accessible.
21.102 The handle of a new contact firelighter is held firmly between two lightly padded
surfaces with the heating element in a horizontal plane. The firelighter is supplied at rated
voltage. After 3 min a mass of 4,5 kg is suspended at the end of the heating element for
1 min. The mass is removed and the element is allowed to cool. If the element has been bent,
it is straightened to its original position.

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After the test, the live parts shall not be accessible and the firelighter shall withstand the
electric strength test of 16.3.
22 Construction
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
22.101 Hand-held appliances intended to be used away from a workshop shall incorporate
a stand.
NOTE 1 Examples of appliances intended to be used away from a workshop are
– branding tools;
– conduit-soldering tools;
– dehorning tools;
– heat guns;
– paint strippers.
Hand-held appliances intended to be used on a table or similar surface shall incorporate a
stand or be provided with a separate stand.
NOTE 2 Examples of appliances intended to be used on a table or similar surface are
– burning-in pens;
– desoldering irons;
– firelighters;
– soldering irons.
These requirements do not apply to appliances complying with test of Clause 11 without a
stand.
Compliance is checked by inspection and by the test of Clause 11.
22.102 Desoldering irons shall incorporate a device for collecting the solder.
Compliance is checked by inspection.
22.103 Soldering guns shall incorporate a biased-off switch.
Compliance is checked by inspection.
22.104 If a drain hole is provided in household film-welding appliances, it shall be at least
5 mm in diameter or 20 mm in area with a width at least 3 mm.
Compliance is checked by inspection and by measurement.
22.105 Thermoplastic conduit-welding tools shall incorporate a timer that provides all-
pole disconnection of the welding circuit and has to be reset before a further operation.
Repetition of the welding operation on the same fitting shall be prevented.

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Compliance is checked by inspection.
NOTE Repetition of the welding operation is considered to be prevented if the appliance has first to be
disconnected from the supply mains or from the fitting.
22.106 Thermoplastic conduit-welding tools shall be constructed so that the connecting
terminals are supplied with extra-low voltage not exceeding 24 V when the appliance is
operated without fittings.
Compliance is checked by measurement.
22.107 Fittings for thermoplastic conduit-welding tools shall be constructed so that at
least basic insulation is provided on surfaces that are only accessible before the fitting is
placed on the conduit.
Compliance is checked by inspection.
22.108 Class III dehorning tools shall be supplied with a transformer.
Compliance is checked by inspection.
23 Internal wiring
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
24 Components
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
24.1.3 Addition:
Switches incorporated in the hand-held part of appliances not intended exclusively for
household use are subjected to 50 000 cycles of operation.
25 Supply connection and external flexible cords
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
25.5 Addition:
Type Z attachment is allowed for
– class III appliances;
– other appliances, unless they have a polyvinyl chloride sheathed cord and the temperature
rise of accessible metal parts exceeds 75 K.
25.7 Addition:
Light polyvinyl chloride sheathed cords may be used for class III appliances and other hand-
held appliances, regardless of the mass of the appliance.

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Polyvinyl chloride sheathed cords may be used for hand-held appliances having a rated
power input not exceeding 100 W and a mass not exceeding 100 g, and for appliances
provided with a biased-off switch, regardless of the temperature rise of external metal parts.
NOTE 101 The mass is determined without the supply cord.
Polyvinyl sheathed cords are not allowed for thermoplastic conduit-welding tools and
firelighters.
The supply cord of class II dehorning tools shall be polychloroprene sheathed and be not
lighter than heavy polychloroprene sheathed cord (code designation 60245 IEC 66).
25.8 Addition:
The length of the supply cord shall be at least
– 1,5 m, for firelighters;
– 6 m, for class II dehorning tools.
25.15 Modification:
Instead of the first line in Table 12, the following applies for hand-held appliances.
Mass of the appliance Pull force Torque
kg N Nm
15 0,05
≤ 0,3
30 0,1
> 0,3 and ≤ 1,0
25.23 Addition:
The length of the interconnection cord of class III dehorning tools shall be at least 4 m.
26 Terminals for external conductors
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
27 Provision for earthing
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
27.2 Addition:
NOTE 101 Class II soldering irons and class II soldering guns used for soldering electronic equipment may
have an equipotential bonding terminal for which the dimensional requirements are not applicable.
28 Screws and connections
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.

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29 Clearances, creepage distances and solid insulation
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
29.3 Replace the second dashed item of the test specification by the following:
– an electric strength test in accordance with 29.3.2, if the insulation consists of more than
one separate layer, other than flakey material similar to natural mica, or by
29.3.2 Addition:
If natural mica in thin sheet form is used,
– for supplementary insulation, there shall be at least six layers, and any three layers
together shall withstand the electric strength test of 16.3 for supplementary insulation;
– for reinforced insulation, there shall be at least ten layers, and any five layers together
shall withstand the electric strength test of 16.3 for reinforced insulation.
30 Resistance to heat and fire
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
30.2 Addition:
For contact firelighters, 30.2.3 is applicable. For other appliances, 30.2.2 is applicable.
31 Resistance to rusting
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
32 Radiation, toxicity and similar hazards
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.

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Annexes
The annexes of Part 1 are applicable except as follows.

Annex A
(informative)
Routine tests
A.2 Electric strength test
Addition:
An electric strength test is carried out between the input and output circuits of appliances
incorporating a safety isolating transformer, the test voltage being
– 2 000 V, for heating tools having a rated voltage not exceeding 150 V;
– 2 500 V, for other heating tools.

Bibliography
The bibliography of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
Addition:
ISO 13732-1, Ergonomics of the thermal environment – Methods for the assessment of human
responses to contact with surfaces – Part 1: Hot surfaces

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SOMMAIRE
AVANT-PROPOS.23
INTRODUCTION.26
1 Domaine d’application .27
2 Références normatives.28
3 Définitions .28
4 Exigences générales .30
5 Conditions générales d’essais .30
6 Classification.30
7 Marquage et indications .31
8 Protection contre l’accès aux parties actives .
...

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IEC 60335-2-45 ®
Edition 3.2 2012-01
CONSOLIDATED VERSION
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
NORME
INTERNATIONALE
Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety –

Part 2-45: Particular requirements for portable heating tools and similar

appliances
Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues – Sécurité –

Partie 2-45: Règles particulières pour les outils chauffants mobiles et appareils

analogues
INTERNATIONAL
ELECTROTECHNICAL
COMMISSION
COMMISSION
ELECTROTECHNIQUE
INTERNATIONALE
ICS 13.120; 25.140.20 ISBN 978-2-8891-2876-1

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CONTENTS
FOREWORD . 3
INTRODUCTION . 6

1 Scope . 7
2 Normative references . 8
3 Definitions . 8
4 General requirement . 10
5 General conditions for the tests . 10
6 Classification . 10
7 Marking and instructions . 10
8 Protection against access to live parts . 11
9 Starting of motor-operated appliances . 11
10 Power input and current . 12
11 Heating . 12
12 Void . 12
13 Leakage current and electric strength at operating temperature . 12
14 Transient overvoltages . 12
15 Moisture resistance . 12
16 Leakage current and electric strength . 13
17 Overload protection of transformers and associated circuits . 13
18 Endurance . 13
19 Abnormal operation . 13
20 Stability and mechanical hazards . 14
21 Mechanical strength . 14
22 Construction . 15
23 Internal wiring . 16
24 Components . 16
25 Supply connection and external flexible cords . 17
26 Terminals for external conductors . 18
27 Provision for earthing . 18
28 Screws and connections . 18
29 Clearances, creepage distances and solid insulation . 18
30 Resistance to heat and fire . 18
31 Resistance to rusting . 18
32 Radiation, toxicity and similar hazards . 18

Annexes . 19

Bibliography . 19

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HOUSEHOLD AND SIMILAR ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES –
SAFETY –
Part 2-45: Particular requirements for portable heating tools
and similar appliances
FOREWORD
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This consolidated version of the official IEC Standard and its amendments has been
prepared for user convenience.
IEC 60335-2-45 edition 3.2 contains the third edition (2002) [documents 61/2219/FDIS
and 61/2294/RVD], its amendment 1 (2008) [documents 61/3559/FDIS and 61/3605/RVD]
and its amendment 2 (2011) [documents 61/4099/CDV and 61/4197/RVC].
A vertical line in the margin shows where the base publication has been modified by
amendments 1 and 2.
This part of International Standard IEC 60335 has been prepared by IEC technical committee 61:
Safety of household and similar electrical appliances.

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The French version of this standard has not been voted upon.
This part 2 is to be used in conjunction with the latest edition of IEC 60335-1 and its
amendments. It was established on the basis of the fourth edition (2001) of that standard.
NOTE 1 When “Part 1” is mentioned in this standard, it refers to IEC 60335-1.
This part 2 supplements or modifies the corresponding clauses in IEC 60335-1, so as to
convert that publication into the IEC standard: Safety requirements for portable electric
heating tools and similar appliances
When a particular subclause of Part 1 is not mentioned in this part 2, that subclause applies
as far as is reasonable. When this standard states "addition", "modification", or "replacement",
the relevant text in Part 1 is to be adapted accordingly.
NOTE 2 The following numbering system is used:
– subclauses, tables and figures that are numbered starting from 101 are additional to those in Part 1;
– unless notes are in a new subclause or involve notes in Part 1, they are numbered starting from 101, including
those in a replaced clause or subclause;
– additional annexes are lettered AA, BB, etc.
NOTE 3 The following print types are used:
– requirements: in roman type;
– test specifications: in italic type;
– notes: in small roman type.
Words in bold in the text are defined in Clause 3. When a definition concerns an adjective, the adjective and the
associated noun are also in bold.
The following differences exist in the countries indicated below.
– 3.1.9: The conditions of normal operation are different for soldering guns and plastic-cutting tools (USA).
– 6.1: Class 0 appliances are allowed if their rated voltage does not exceed 150 V and class 0I appliances are
allowed (Japan).
– 6.1: Class 0 soldering irons are allowed if their rated power input does not exceed 18 W (Poland).
– 6.1: Class I dehorning tools are allowed. Class 0 appliances are allowed if their rated voltage does not
exceed 150 V and they are for indoor use only (USA).
– 11.7: The test for firelighters is different (USA).
– 11.8: The modification does not apply (USA).
– 21.101: The drop test is different (USA).
– 24.1.3: Switches are tested for 6 000 cycles of operation (Canada and USA).
– 25.7: Lighter cords are allowed (USA).
– 25.7: The modification does not apply (Japan).
– 25.8: Shorter supply cords are allowed for class II dehorning tools (USA).

The committee has decided that the contents of the base publication and its amendments will
remain unchanged until the stability date indicated on the IEC web site under
"http://webstore.iec.ch" in the data related to the specific publication. At this date, the
publication will be
• reconfirmed,
• withdrawn,
• replaced by a revised edition, or
• amended.
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NOTE 4 The attention of National Committees is drawn to the fact that equipment manufacturers and testing
organizations may need a transitional period following publication of a new, amended or revised IEC publication in
which to make products in accordance with the new requirements and to equip themselves for conducting new or
revised tests.
It is the recommendation of the committee that the content of the amendment 1 be adopted for implementation
nationally not earlier than 12 months or later than 36 months from the date of publication.
It is the recommendation of the committee that the content of the amendment 2 be adopted for implementation
nationally not earlier than 12 months or later than 36 months from the date of publication.

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INTRODUCTION
It has been assumed in the drafting of this International Standard that the execution of its
provisions is entrusted to appropriately qualified and experienced persons.
This standard recognizes the internationally accepted level of protection against hazards such
as electrical, mechanical, thermal, fire and radiation of appliances when operated as in
normal use taking into account the manufacturer's instructions. It also covers abnormal
situations that can be expected in practice and takes into account the way in which
electromagnetic phenomena can affect the safe operation of appliances.
This standard takes into account the requirements of IEC 60364 as far as possible so that
there is compatibility with the wiring rules when the appliance is connected to the supply
mains. However, national wiring rules may differ.
If an appliance within the scope of this standard also incorporates functions that are covered
by another part 2 of IEC 60335, the relevant part 2 is applied to each function separately, as
far as is reasonable. If applicable, the influence of one function on the other is taken into
account.
When a part 2 standard does not include additional requirements to cover hazards dealt with
in Part 1, Part 1 applies.
NOTE 1 This means that the technical committees responsible for the part 2 standards have determined that it is
not necessary to specify particular requirements for the appliance in question over and above the general
requirements.
This standard is a product family standard dealing with the safety of appliances and takes
precedence over horizontal and generic standards covering the same subject.
NOTE 2 Horizontal and generic standards covering a hazard are not applicable since they have been taken into
consideration when developing the general and particular requirements for the IEC 60335 series of standards. For
example, in the case of temperature requirements for surfaces on many appliances, generic standards, such as
ISO 13732-1 for hot surfaces, are not applicable in addition to Part 1 or part 2 standards.
An appliance that complies with the text of this standard will not necessarily be considered to
comply with the safety principles of the standard if, when examined and tested, it is found to
have other features that impair the level of safety covered by these requirements.
An appliance employing materials or having forms of construction differing from those detailed
in the requirements of this standard may be examined and tested according to the intent of
the requirements and, if found to be substantially equivalent, may be considered to comply
with the standard.
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HOUSEHOLD AND SIMILAR ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES –
SAFETY –
Part 2-45: Particular requirements for portable heating tools
and similar appliances
1 Scope
This clause of Part 1 is replaced by the following.
This International Standard deals with the safety of portable electric heating tools and
similar appliances, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V.
Appliances not intended for normal household use, but which nevertheless may be a source
of danger to the public, such as appliances intended to be used by laymen in shops, in light
industry and on farms, are within the scope of this standard.
Appliances that may also be used when mounted on a support are within the scope of this
standard.
NOTE 101 Examples of appliances that are within the scope of this standard are
– branding tools;
– burning-in pens;
– conduit-soldering tools;
– dehorning tools;
– desoldering irons;
– firelighters;
– glue guns;
– heat guns;
– household film-welding appliances;
– paint strippers;
– plastic-cutting tools;
– soldering guns;
– soldering irons;
– stripping pliers;
– thermoplastic conduit-welding tools.
As far as is practicable, this standard deals with the common hazards presented by
appliances which are encountered by all persons in and around the home. However, in
general, it does not in general take into account
– persons (including children) whose
• physical, sensory or mental capabilities; or
• lack of experience and knowledge
prevents them from using the appliance safely without supervision or instruction;
– children playing with the appliance.

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NOTE 102 Attention is drawn to the fact that
– for appliances intended to be used in vehicles or on board ships or aircraft, additional requirements may be
necessary;
– in many countries additional requirements are specified by the national health authorities, the national
authorities responsible for the protection of labour and similar authorities.
NOTE 103 This standard does not apply to
– hand-held motor-operated electric tools (IEC 60745);
– transportable motor-operated electric tools (IEC 61029);
– appliances intended exclusively for industrial purposes;
– appliances intended to be used in locations where special conditions prevail, such as the presence of a
corrosive or explosive atmosphere (dust, vapour or gas);
– tools using high-frequency heating other than induction soldering irons;
– arc-welding equipment.
2 Normative references
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
3 Definitions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
3.1.9 Replacement:
normal operation
operation of appliances under the following conditions
Appliances having a stand are operated on the stand, unless otherwise specified.
Other appliances are operated in accordance with the instructions, unless otherwise specified.
Soldering guns and plastic-cutting tools incorporating a biased-off switch are operated in
cycles in accordance with the instructions but they are switched on for at least 12 s with rest
periods not exceeding 48 s. For soldering guns, the on-period is such that the temperature
at the tip reaches at least 300 °C at the end of the first on-period.
Household film-welding appliances are operated in cycles in accordance with the
instructions but they are switched on at least for the time necessary to weld together two
sheets of plastic film with rest periods not exceeding 2 min. The plastic film is high pressure
(low density) polyethylene, each sheet having a thickness of 50 µm.
Heat guns are operated with the airflow horizontal.
Firelighters are operated to ignite charcoal placed in a tray having a diameter of 600 mm and
a side 50 mm high. The pile of charcoal is 500 mm in diameter and 100 mm high at its centre.
Contact firelighters are positioned with the heating element horizontal and inserted in the
centre of the charcoal.
Hot-air firelighters are positioned with the airflow horizontal, or directed downwards up to
45° if allowed by the construction, whichever is more unfavourable.
3.101
biased-off switch
switch that automatically returns to the off position when its actuating member is released

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3.102
branding tool
appliance for marking wood, leather and other materials by means of a heated metal stamp
3.103
burning-in pen
appliance for scribing on wood, leather and other materials by means of a heated tip
3.104
conduit-soldering tool
appliance used for joining metal piping by means of solder
3.105
dehorning tool
appliance for burning out horn buds
3.106
desoldering iron
appliance for melting and removing solder
3.107
firelighter
appliance for igniting solid fuel such as charcoal or wood
3.108
contact firelighter
firelighter incorporating a heating element that is in direct contact with the fuel
3.109
hot-air firelighter
firelighter that incorporates a fan and a heating element and blows hot air at the fuel
3.110
heat gun
appliance that produces a jet of hot air
NOTE Heat guns may be used for fusing materials or for softening paint or plastics.
3.111
household film-welding appliance
appliance for household use only, used for welding or cutting thin thermoplastic sheets by
means of electrically heated parts between which the material is clamped
3.112
paint stripper
appliance for softening paint using hot air
NOTE Paint strippers may incorporate a scraper.
3.113
soldering gun
appliance incorporating a transformer, the soldering tip being part of the secondary circuit
3.114
soldering iron
appliance having a heated tip for soldering

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3.115
thermoplastic conduit-welding tool
appliance for welding conduit by partly melting the thermoplastic material of a separate fitting
NOTE The fitting has an integral heating wire and is used only once.
2 3.116
induction soldering iron
soldering iron that heats the soldering tip by means of high frequency induction eddy
currents
NOTE Eddy currents are induced in the soldering tip or heating element by the electromagnetic field of a coil.
4 General requirement
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
5 General conditions for the tests
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
5.2 Addition:
NOTE 101 An additional sample of a contact firelighter is required for the test of 21.102.
6 Classification
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
6.1 Modification:
Dehorning tools shall be class II or class III.
Other appliances shall be class I, class II or class III.
6.2 Addition:
Class II dehorning tools and transformers for class III dehorning tools shall be at least
IPX4.
Conduit-soldering tools and thermoplastic conduit-welding tools shall be at least IPX4.
Hand-held paint strippers for outdoor use shall be at least IPX4, unless the instructions
state they are not to be stored or left outdoors, in which case they may be IPX0.
7 Marking and instructions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
7.1 Addition:
Contact firelighters shall be marked with the limit of insertion into the fuel.

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Contact firelighters that are not at least IPX4 shall be marked with the substance of the
following:
Do not expose to rain or moisture.
Thermoplastic conduit-welding tools shall be marked with the types of fittings with which
they are to be used and with the corresponding settings. Each fitting shall be marked with the
type of appliance with which it is to be used and with its own type reference.
7.12 Addition:
The instructions for appliances having a separate stand and not incorporating a biased-off
switch shall include the substance of the following:
WARNING: This tool must be placed on its stand when not in use.
The instructions for class III dehorning tools shall include the substance of the following:
WARNING: Only use the transformer provided.
The instructions for heat guns and hand-held paint strippers shall include the substance of
the following.
A fire may result if the appliance is not used with care, therefore
– be careful when using the appliance in places where there are combustible materials;
– do not apply to the same place for a long time;
– do not use in presence of an explosive atmosphere;
– be aware that heat may be conducted to combustible materials that are out of sight;
– place the appliance on its stand after use and allow it to cool down before storage;
– do not leave the appliance unattended when it is switched on.
The instructions for firelighters shall include the substance of the following:
– ensure that the firelighter is properly positioned;
– unplug the firelighter before removal from the fire;
– allow the firelighter to cool before storage;
– do not allow the hot parts of the firelighter to touch the cord or other flammable materials.
The instructions for thermoplastic conduit-welding tools shall state that a welding operation
must not be repeated on a fitting since this can result in live parts becoming accessible.
8 Protection against access to live parts
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
8.1.4 Addition:
Parts of thermoplastic conduit-welding tools operating at safety extra-low voltage
exceeding 12 V are also considered to be live parts.
9 Starting of motor-operated appliances
This clause of Part 1 is not applicable.

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10 Power input and current
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
11 Heating
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
11.2 Modification:
Appliances are tested away from the walls of the test corner.
2 11.3 Addition:
NOTE 101 If the magnetic field of an induction soldering iron unduly influences the results, the temperature
rises can be determined using a platinum resistance with twisted connecting wires or any equivalent means.
11.4 Modification:
2 Soldering guns, induction soldering irons and other appliances operated through a
transformer are supplied at 1,06 times rated voltage.
11.7 Addition:
Contact firelighters are operated for 30 min. Hot-air firelighters are operated for 10 min.
Other appliances are operated until steady conditions are established.
11.8 Modification:
The temperature rise limit specified in Table 3 for pure mica and tightly sintered ceramic
material is increased to 600 K.
12 Void
13 Leakage current and electric strength at operating temperature
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
13.1 Addition:
2 Appliances supplied by a transformer and induction soldering irons are tested as motor-
operated appliances.
14 Transient overvoltages
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
15 Moisture resistance
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.

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15.101 Household film-welding appliances having a suction device shall be constructed
so that suction of liquid does not impair electrical insulation.
NOTE This requirement does not apply to parts operating at safety extra-low voltage.
Compliance is checked by the following test.
A plastic bag is filled with 40 ml of water containing approximately 1 % NaCl. The bag is
positioned so that the surface of the water is at the same level as the suction opening of the
appliance. The bag is then welded with the suction device in operation.
The appliance shall then withstand the electric strength test of 16.3 and inspection shall show
that there is no trace of water on the insulation that could result in a reduction of clearances
and creepage distances below the values specified in Clause 29.
16 Leakage current and electric strength
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
16.1 Addition:
Appliances supplied by a transformer and induction soldering irons are tested as motor-
operated appliances.
17 Overload protection of transformers and associated circuits
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
Modification:
The test is not carried out on soldering guns and other appliances in which the heating
element is part of the secondary circuit of a transformer.
18 Endurance
This clause of Part 1 is not applicable.
19 Abnormal operation
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
19.1 Addition:
For heat guns and hot-air firelighters, compliance is also checked by the test of 19.101.
19.2 Replacement:
Appliances are operated under the conditions specified in Clause 11 but supplied at 0,94
times rated voltage. However, appliances in which the heating element is part of the
secondary circuit of a transformer are operated continuously for 30 min unless they
incorporate a biased-off switch, in which case they are operated for 5 min. Firelighters are
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Paint strippers incorporating integral scrapers are held horizontally in a clamp over the entire
length of the handle. A force of 70 N is exerted on the scraper edge in the direction
corresponding to normal use.
19.3 Replacement:
The test of 19.2 is repeated but with the appliance supplied at 1,06 times rated voltage.
19.4 Addition:
Thermoplastic conduit-welding tools are operated with the fastest possible sequence of
welding operations.
19.13 Addition:
The temperature rise of the windings of induction soldering irons shall not exceed the
values specified in 19.7.
The electric strength test of induction soldering irons is carried out immediately after
switching off the appliance.
19.101 Heat guns and hot-air firelighters are operated as specified in Clause 11 until
steady conditions are established. The voltage at the terminals of the motor is then reduced
until the running speed of the motor is just sufficient to prevent the thermal cut-out from
operating, the power input to the heating element being maintained at 1,15 times rated power
input.
The voltage is decreased at
– 1 V per minute, for motors having a working voltage not exceeding 30 V;
– 5 V per minute, for motors having a working voltage exceeding 30 V.
The appliances are then operated until steady conditions are established.
20 Stability and mechanical hazards
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
20.1 Addition:
Hand-held appliances are subjected to the test while placed on their stands.
20.101 Contact firelighters shall have adequate stability.
Compliance is checked by the following test.
The firelighter is placed on a horizontal surface positioned 1 m above the floor. The
maximum insertion mark specified in 7.1 is aligned with the edge of the surface. The supply
cord is allowed to hang freely, the remaining length allowed to lie on the floor.
The appliance shall not tilt.
21 Mechanical strength
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21.1 Addition:
For hand-held appliances, compliance is also checked by the tests of 21.101.
For contact firelighters, compliance is also checked by the test of 21.102.
21.101 The supply cord of hand-held appliances is cut to a length of 100 mm, measured
from the point where the cord, or cord guard, enters the appliance.
The appliance is dropped from a height of 1 m on to a hardwood base having a thickness
of 50 mm.
This test is carried out five times, the appliance positioned so that its major axis is horizontal
and so that a different part of the appliance is exposed to the impact each time.
The appliance is then dropped five times with its major axis vertical and with tips of soldering
irons, or corresponding parts of other appliances, pointing downwards.
The appliance shall not be damaged to such an extent that compliance with this standard is
impaired, in particular live parts shall not become accessible.
21.102 The handle of a new contact firelighter is held firmly between two lightly padded
surfaces with the heating element in a horizontal plane. The firelighter is supplied at rated
voltage. After 3 min a mass of 4,5 kg is suspended at the end of the heating element for
1 min. The mass is removed and the element is allowed to cool. If the element has been bent,
it is straightened to its original position.
After the test, the live parts shall not be accessible and the firelighter shall withstand the
electric strength test of 16.3.
22 Construction
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
22.101 Hand-held appliances intended to be used away from a workshop shall incorporate
a stand.
NOTE 1 Examples of appliances intended to be used away from a workshop are
– branding tools;
– conduit-soldering tools;
– dehorning tools;
– heat guns;
– paint strippers.
Hand-held appliances intended to be used on a table or similar surface shall incorporate a
stand or be provided with a separate stand.
NOTE 2 Examples of appliances intended to be used on a table or similar surface are
– burning-in pens;
– desoldering irons;
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– firelighters;
– soldering irons.
These requirements do not apply to appliances complying with test of Clause 11 without a
stand.
Compliance is checked by inspection and by the test of Clause 11.
22.102 Desoldering irons shall incorporate a device for collecting the solder.
Compliance is checked by inspection.
22.103 Soldering guns shall incorporate a biased-off switch.
Compliance is checked by inspection.
22.104 If a drain hole is provided in household film-welding appliances, it shall be at least
5 mm in diameter or 20 mm in area with a width at least 3 mm.
Compliance is checked by inspection and by measurement.
22.105 Thermoplastic conduit-welding tools shall incorporate a timer that provides all-
pole disconnection of the welding circuit and has to be reset before a further operation.
Repetition of the welding operation on the same fitting shall be prevented.
Compliance is checked by inspection.
NOTE Repetition of the welding operation is considered to be prevented if the appliance has first to be
disconnected from the supply mains or from the fitting.
22.106 Thermoplastic conduit-welding tools shall be constructed so that the connecting
terminals are supplied with extra-low voltage not exceeding 24 V when the appliance is
operated without fittings.
Compliance is checked by measurement.
22.107 Fittings for thermoplastic conduit-welding tools shall be constructed so that at
least basic insulation is provided on surfaces that are only accessible before the fitting is
placed on the conduit.
Compliance is checked by inspection.
22.108 Class III dehorning tools shall be supplied with a transformer.
Compliance is checked by inspection.
23 Internal wiring
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
24 Components
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.

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24.1.3 Addition:
Switches incorporated in the hand-held part of appliances not intended exclusively for
household use are subjected to 50 000 cycles of operation.
25 Supply connection and external flexible cords
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
25.5 Addition:
Type Z attachment is allowed for
– class III appliances;
– other appliances, unless they have a polyvinyl chloride sheathed cord and the temperature
rise of accessible metal parts exceeds 75 K.
25.7 Addition:
Light polyvinyl chloride sheathed cords may be used for class III appliances and other hand-
held appliances, regardless of the mass of the appliance.
Polyvinyl chloride sheathed cords may be used for hand-held appliances having a rated
power input not exceeding 100 W and a mass not exceeding 100 g, and for appliances
provided with a biased-off switch, regardless of the temperature rise of external metal parts.
NOTE 101 The mass is determined without the supply cord.
Polyvinyl sheathed cords are not allowed for thermoplastic conduit-welding tools and
firelighters.
The supply cord of class II dehorning tools shall be polychloroprene sheathed and be not
lighter than heavy polychloroprene sheathed cord (code designation 60245 IEC 66).
25.8 Addition:
The length of the supply cord shall be at least
– 1,5 m, for firelighters;
– 6 m, for class II dehorning tools.
25.15 Modification:
Instead of the first line in Table 12, the following applies for hand-held appliances.
Mass of the appliance Pull force Torque
kg N Nm
15 0,05
≤ 0,3
30 0,1
> 0,3 and ≤ 1,0
25.23 Addition:
The length of the interconnection cord of class III dehorning tools shall be at least 4 m.

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26 Terminals for external conductors
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
27 Provision for earthing
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
27.2 Addition:
NOTE 101 Class II soldering irons and class II soldering guns used for soldering electronic equipment may
have an equipotential bonding terminal for which the dimensional requirements are not applicable.
28 Screws and connections
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
29 Clearances, creepage distances and solid insulation
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
29.3 Replace the second dashed item of the test specification by the following:
– an electric strength test in accordance with 29.3.2, if the insulation consists of more than
one separate layer, other than flakey material similar to natural mica, or by
29.3.2 Addition:
If natural mica in thin sheet form is used,
– for supplementary insulation, there shall be at least six layers, and any three layers
together shall withstand the electric strength test of 16.3 for supplementary insulation;
– for reinforced insulation, there shall be at least ten layers, and any five layers together
shall withstand the electric strength test of 16.3 for reinforced insulation.
30 Resistance to heat and fire
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
30.2 Addition:
For contact firelighters, 30.2.3 is applicable. For other appliances, 30.2.2 is applicable.
31 Resistance to rusting
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
32 Radiation, toxicity and similar hazards
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.

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Annexes
The annexes of Part 1 are applicable except as follows.

Annex A
(informative)
Routine tests
A.2 Electric strength test
Addition:
An electric strength test is carried out between the input and output circuits of appliances
incorporating a safety isolating transformer, the test voltage being
– 2 000 V, for heating tools having a rated voltage not exceeding 150 V;
– 2 500 V, for other heating tools.

Bibliography
The bibliography of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
Addition:
ISO 1
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