SIST EN 60669-2-1:2005/A12:2010

Switches for household and similar fixed electrical installations - Part 2-1: Particular requirements - Electronic switches

This standard applies to electronic switches and to associated electronic extension units for household and similar fixed electrical installations either indoors or outdoors. It applies to electronic switches for a.c. only, for the operation of lamp circuits and the control of the brightness of lamps (dimmers) as well as the control of the speed of motors (for example, those used in ventilating fans) and for other purposes (for example, heating controls), with a rated voltage not exceeding 250 V and a rated current not exceeding 16 A. The operation and control as mentioned above are performed by a person via an actuating member, a sensing surface or a sensing unit, by means of touch, proximity, turn, optical, acoustic, thermal or any other influence. This standard also applies to electronic switches where the operation or control is made by physical means, for example, light, wind velocity, presence of persons, etc. This standard also applies to boxes for electronic switches, with the exception of mounting boxes for flush-type electronic switches. Electronic switches complying with this standard are suitable for use at ambient temperature not normally exceeding 25 °C but occasionally reaching 35 °C. In locations where special conditions prevail, such as in ships, vehicles and the like and in hazardous locations, for example, where explosions are liable to occur, special constructions may be required. NOTE 1 This standard is not intended to cover devices which are designed to be incorporated in appliances or are intended to be delivered together with a specific appliance and which are within the scope of IEC 60730 or IEC 61058-1. Examples of designs of electronic switches and functions are shown in annex AA. NOTE 2 Electronic switches without a mechanical switch in the main circuit do not provide a “full off-state”. Therefore, the circuit on the load side should be considered to be live.

Schalter für Haushalt und ähnliche ortsfeste elektrische Installationen - Teil 2-1: Besondere Anforderungen - Elektronische Schalter

Interrupteurs pour installations électriques fixes domestiques et analogues - Partie 2-1: Prescriptions particulières - Interrupteurs électroniques

Stikala za gospodinjstva in podobne nepremične električne inštalacije - 2-1. del: Posebne zahteve - Elektronska stikala

Ta standard velja za električna stikala in z njimi povezane električne priključne enote za gospodinjstva ter podobne nepremične električne inštalacije, bodisi v zaprtih prostorih bodisi zunaj.  Velja za elektronska stikala za zgolj enosmerni tok, za delovanje vezij žarnic, za nadzor nad svetlostjo žarnic (naprave za regulacijo svetlobe) ter tudi za nadzor hitrosti motorjev (na primer tistih, ki se uporabljajo pri ventilatorjih) ter v druge namene (na primer komande za ogrevanje), z ocenjeno napetostjo, ki ne presega 250 V, in ocenjenim tokom, ki ne presega 16 A. Delovanje in nadzor, kot sta omenjena zgoraj, oseba izvaja preko dela za aktiviranje, površine ali enote za zaznavanje, z dotikom, z bližino, z obratom, vidno, slušno, toplotno ali z katerim koli drugim vplivom. Ta standard prav tako velja za elektronska stikala, pri katerih se delovanje ali nadzor izvaja s fizičnimi sredstvi, na primer s svetlobo, s hitrostjo vetra, s prisotnostjo oseb itd. Ta standard velja tudi za doze za elektronska stikala, z izjemo vgradnih doz za elektronska stikala vgrezne vrste. Elektronska stikala, ki so v skladu s tem standardom, so primerna za uporabo pri temperaturi okolja, ki običajno ne presega 25°C, vendar občasno doseže 35°C. Na lokacijah, kjer prevladujejo posebni pogoji, kot na ladjah, v vozilih in podobno ter na nevarnih lokacijah, na primer kjer je možnost eksplozij, se lahko zahtevajo posebne konstrukcije. OPOMBA 1: Ta standard ni namenjen temu, da bi zajel naprave, ki so načrtovane za vgradnjo v aparate ali ki so namenjene temu, da se dostavijo skupaj z določenim aparatom in ki so znotraj področja uporabe IEC 60730 ali IEC 61058-1. Primeri načrtov elektronskih stikal in funkcij so prikazani v Dodatku AA. OPOMBA 2: Elektronska stikala brez mehanskega stikala v glavnem omrežju ne zagotavljajo »popolnega izklopa«. Potemtakem se mora omrežje na napajalni strani šteti za električno nabitega.

General Information

• Status: Withdrawn
• Publication Date: 10-Oct-2010
• Withdrawal Date: 14-Jul-2025
• ICS: 29.120.40 - Switches
• Technical Committee: EPR - Electrical accessories
• Current Stage: 9900 - Withdrawal (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 15-Jul-2025
• Due Date: 07-Aug-2025
• Completion Date: 15-Jul-2025
• Directive: 2004/108/EC - Directive 2004/108/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 15 December 2004 on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility and repealing Directive 89/336/EEC
• Directive: 2004/108/EU - DIRECTIVE 2004/108/EC OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 15 December 2004 on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility and repealing Directive 89/336/EEC
• Directive: 2006/95/EC - Directive 2006/95/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 12 December 2006 on the harmonisation of the laws of Member States relating to electrical equipment designed for use within certain voltage limits (codified version)
• Directive: 2014/30/EU - Directive 2014/30/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 26 February 2014 on the harmonisation of the laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility (recast)
• Directive: 2014/35/EU - Directive 2014/35/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 26 February 2014 on the harmonisation of the laws of the Member States relating to the making available on the market of electrical equipment designed for use within certain voltage limits
• Mandate: M/404 - Standardisation Mandate to CEN, CENELEC and ETSI for harmonized standard according to the Electro Magnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive 2004/108/EC
• Ref Project: EN 60669-2-1:2004/A12:2010 - Switches for household and similar fixed electrical installations - Part 2-1: Particular requirements - Electronic switches

Relations

• Replaced By: SIST EN IEC 60669-2-1:2023 - Switches for household and similar fixed electrical installations - Part 2-1: Particular requirements - Electronic control devices (IEC 60669-2-1:2021)
• Effective Date: 20-Sep-2022
• Amends: SIST EN 60669-2-1:2005 - Switches for household and similar fixed electrical installations -- Part 2-1: Particular requirements - Electronic switches
• Effective Date: 01-Nov-2010

Overview

SIST EN 60669-2-1:2005/A12:2010 is an important European standard that specifies the particular requirements for electronic switches used in household and similar fixed electrical installations. This amendment (A12) updates and modifies the original EN 60669-2-1:2004 standard, ensuring enhanced safety, compatibility, and performance criteria for electronic switches installed in residential and comparable settings.

Developed and maintained by CENELEC (European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization), this standard applies across a wide range of European countries. It governs technical requirements such as creepage distances, clearances, and other safety parameters essential for reliable operation of electronic switches.

Key Topics

• Scope & Applications: Focuses specifically on electronic switches installed in household and fixed electrical environments, ensuring their safe integration into electrical infrastructures.
• Technical Requirements: Addresses particular electrical and mechanical characteristics including insulation distances (creepage and clearances), resilience, and operational safety.
• Amendment Details: This 2010 amendment (A12) refines earlier requirements, for example, adding clarifications related to electronic relay control switches (RCS) and time delay switches (TDS).
• Compliance & Implementation: Specifies deadlines for adoption by national standard bodies and withdrawal of conflicting standards to harmonize safety protocols across Europe.
• Patent Rights Disclaimer: Highlights that while CENELEC ensures standardization, patent rights related to some elements may exist outside its control.

Applications

• Residential Electrical Installations: Ensures electronic switches meet strict safety and reliability criteria suitable for homes.
• Fixed Electrical Systems in Similar Environments: Applicable to hotels, offices, and other buildings where fixed electrical switch installations are prevalent.
• Smart Home Technologies: As electronic switches form the backbone of many intelligent electrical control systems, compliance with EN 60669-2-1 supports the integration of emerging smart devices.
• Electrical Equipment Manufacturers: Manufacturers of electronic switches rely on this standard for product design and certification across European markets.
• Installation Professionals: Electricians and installers follow the standard to ensure compliant and safe switch installations in various fixed wiring systems.

Related Standards

• EN 60669-1: General requirements for switches for household and similar fixed electrical installations.
• EN 60669-2-2: Particular requirements for automatic switches.
• CENELEC Internal Regulations: Governing standards adoption and amendment implementation processes.
• IEC 60669 Series: International counterparts governing electrical switch standards worldwide.
• National Variants: SIST EN 60669-2-1:2005/A12:2010 is adopted at the national level by CENELEC member countries, often under localized designations.

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Keywords: SIST EN 60669-2-1:2005/A12:2010, electronic switches standard, household electrical installations, fixed electrical systems, CENELEC standards, European electrical switch requirements, electronic relay control switches, time delay switches, electrical safety standard, switch compliance Europe.

Standards Content (Sample)

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Switches for household and similar fixed electrical installations - Part 2-1: Particular
requirements - Electronic switches
Schalter für Haushalt und ähnliche ortsfeste elektrische Installationen - Teil 2-1:
Besondere Anforderungen - Elektronische Schalter
Interrupteurs pour installations électriques fixes domestiques et analogues - Partie 2-1:
Prescriptions particulières - Interrupteurs électroniques
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 60669-2-1:2004/A12:2010
ICS:
29.120.40 Stikala Switches
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN 60669-2-1/A12
NORME EUROPÉENNE
June 2010
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 29.120.40
English version
Switches for household and similar fixed electrical installations -
Part 2-1: Particular requirements -
Electronic switches
Interrupteurs pour installations électriques Schalter für Haushalt und ähnliche
fixes domestiques et analogues - ortsfeste elektrische Installationen -
Partie 2-1: Prescriptions particulières - Teil 2-1: Besondere Anforderungen -
Interrupteurs électroniques Elektronische Schalter

This amendment A12 modifies the European Standard EN 60669-2-1:2004; it was approved by CENELEC on
2010-06-01. CENELEC members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which
stipulate the conditions for giving this amendment the status of a national standard without any alteration.

Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such national standards may be obtained on
application to the Central Secretariat or to any CENELEC member.

This amendment exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language
made by translation under the responsibility of a CENELEC member into its own language and
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