SIST EN 60383-1:1997/A11:2001

Insulators for overhead lines with a nominal voltage above 1 kV -- Part 1: Ceramic or glass insulator units for a.c. systems - Definitions, test methods and acceptance criteria

Isolatoren für Freileitungen mit einer Nennspannung über 1 kV -- Teil 1: Keramik- oder Glas-Isolatoren für Wechselstromsysteme - Begriffe, Prüfverfahren und Annahmekriterien

Isolateurs pour lignes aériennes de tension nominale supérieure à 1 kV -- Partie 1: Eléments d'isolateurs en matière céramique ou en verre pour systèmes à courant alternatif - Définitions, méthodes d'essai et critères d'acceptation

Izolatorji za nadzemne vode za nazivne napetosti nad 1 kV - 1. del: Keramični ali stekleni izolatorji za izmenične sisteme - Definicije, preskusne metode in prevzemna merila - Dodatek 11

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 31-Jan-2001
• ICS: 01.040.29 - Electrical engineering (Vocabularies)
• ICS: 29.080.10 - Insulators
• ICS: 29.240.20 - Power transmission and distribution lines
• Technical Committee: PSE - Power systems management
• Current Stage: 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 01-Feb-2001
• Due Date: 01-Feb-2001
• Completion Date: 01-Feb-2001
• Directive: 96/48/EC - Interoperability of the trans-European high-speed rail system
• Ref Project: EN 60383-1:1996/A11:1999 - Insulators for overhead lines with a nominal voltage above 1 kV - Part 1: Ceramic or glass insulator units for a.c. systems - Definitions, test methods and acceptance criteria

Relations

• Amends: SIST EN 60383-1:1997 - Insulators for overhead lines with a nominal voltage above 1 kV -- Part 1: Ceramic or glass insulator units for a.c. systems - Definitions, test methods and acceptance criteria
• Effective Date: 01-Feb-2001
• Revised: SIST EN IEC 60383-1:2023 - Insulators for overhead lines with a nominal voltage above 1000 V - Part 1: Ceramic or glass insulator units for a.c. systems - Definitions, test methods and acceptance criteria
• Effective Date: 24-Dec-2019

Overview

EN 60383-1:1996/A11:1999 (adopted as SIST EN 60383-1) specifies requirements for ceramic or glass insulator units used on overhead power lines with a nominal voltage above 1 kV for a.c. systems. The document defines essential terms, sets out test methods and gives acceptance criteria to ensure insulator safety, reliability and interchangeability in transmission and distribution networks.

Key Topics

• Definitions: Standardized vocabulary for insulator types and components to ensure consistent interpretation across manufacturers, utilities and testing bodies.
• Test methods: Prescribed procedures to verify insulator performance. These procedures are intended to assess electrical, mechanical and environmental behaviour relevant to overhead line operation.
• Acceptance criteria: Pass/fail limits and assessment practices that determine whether insulator units meet the standard’s performance requirements.
• Scope and applicability: Focused on ceramic and glass insulator units for a.c. overhead lines with nominal voltages above 1 kV; intended for use in power transmission and distribution lines (ICS codes 29.080.10, 29.240.20).

Applications

• Utilities and transmission system operators use this standard to specify insulators for new lines, replacements and upgrades to ensure compatibility and safety.
• Manufacturers reference the standard during design, production and quality control to demonstrate conformity for ceramic and glass insulator units.
• Independent testing laboratories and certification bodies apply the defined test methods and acceptance criteria when performing type and sample tests.
• Consulting and design engineers use the definitions and criteria to select appropriate insulators for specific environmental and loading conditions on overhead lines.

Practical value

• Promotes product interchangeability and consistent performance across suppliers.
• Reduces operational risk by defining objective test procedures and acceptance limits.
• Supports procurement specifications and compliance documentation for projects involving overhead line insulators.

Related standards

• Other parts of the EN 60383 series (where applicable) and related CLC/IEC standards concerning overhead line components and electrical insulation should be consulted for complementary requirements and for full conformity assessment.

Keywords: EN 60383-1, insulators for overhead lines, ceramic insulators, glass insulators, test methods, acceptance criteria, a.c. systems, overhead line standards, CLC, SIST EN 60383-1.

Standards Content (Sample)

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Insulators for overhead lines with a nominal voltage above 1 kV -- Part 1: Ceramic or
glass insulator units for a.c. systems - Definitions, test methods and acceptance criteria
Isolatoren für Freileitungen mit einer Nennspannung über 1 kV -- Teil 1: Keramik- oder
Glas-Isolatoren für Wechselstromsysteme - Begriffe, Prüfverfahren und
Annahmekriterien
Isolateurs pour lignes aériennes de tension nominale supérieure à 1 kV -- Partie 1:
Eléments d'isolateurs en matière céramique ou en verre pour systèmes à courant
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