SIST ETS 300 119-1 E1:2006

• Abstract:

  This European Telecommunication Standard (ETS) sets out the major engineering requirements for telecommunications equipment forming part of a public telecommunications network installed either on public telecommunications operators' sites or in premises of operators' customers. It is expected that the areas of transmission equipment and switching equipment will increasingly merge into one. As a result, this ETS should be applied to all forms of telecommunications equipment. The operating authorities should be given the data to help them plan buildings and building utilization, including ceiling heights, equipment and traffic areas, hallways and doors, and transport installations (freight elevators, loading ramps, etc.). They also need to be able to compute the structural design requirements and the type and scope of air conditioning needed. It should be made possible to expand existing installations, and to combine equipment from different manufacturers. Therefore, operating authorities are guaranteed a wide scope for system selection. The equipment designer should be able to derive a suitable mechanical design for telecommunications equipment. Such a scope calls for standardization of certain levels in the mechanical hierarchy, e.g.:; - dimensions for racks, miscellaneous racks and subracks. The definitions of cabinets and racks contained in IEC publication 916 [1], are:; Cabinet: a free-standing and self-supporting enclosure for housing electrical and/or electronic equipment. It is usually fitted with doors and/or side panels which may or may not be removable;; Rack: a free-standing or fixed structure for housing electrical and/or electronic equipment;; - accessibility of rack rows;; - cable access;; - heat load;; - static load;; - compatibility with Electro-Magnetic Compatibility (EMC) and Electro-Static Discharge (ESD) requirements.; Existing equipment practices are not covered by this ETS.

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 31-Jan-2006
• ICS: 33.050.01 - Telecommunication terminal equipment in general
• Technical Committee: SS EIT - Technical Board for the electrotechnical, information technology and telecommunications fields
• Current Stage: 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 01-Feb-2006
• Due Date: 01-Feb-2006
• Completion Date: 01-Feb-2006
• Ref Project: ETSI ETS 300 119-1 ed.1 (1994-01) - Equipment Engineering (EE); European telecommunication standard for equipment practice; Part 1: Introduction and terminology

Overview

SIST ETS 300 119-1 E1:2006 provides foundational engineering requirements and terminology for telecommunications equipment used in public networks across Europe. Developed by the Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo (SIST) and harmonized with the European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI), this standard forms Part 1 of a four-part series addressing equipment engineering (EE) best practices. It primarily delivers a unified basis for equipment installation and mechanical design, ensuring compatibility and efficiency in modern telecommunications infrastructure.

Key Topics

• Terminology & Definitions: Establishes clear definitions related to cabinets, racks, subracks, and other structural components, referencing IEC 916 for international alignment.
• Scope of Application: Covers all types of telecommunications equipment installed in operator facilities or customer premises.
• Planning Data: Supplies essential data for building and space planning, including ceiling heights, traffic and equipment areas, hallways, doorways, and transport installations such as freight elevators and loading ramps.
• Mechanical Interfaces: Standardizes key mechanical interfaces like dimensions for racks, cable access, and equipment accessibility to support system expandability and multivendor compatibility.
• Environmental Requirements: Highlights the need to consider electro-magnetic compatibility (EMC), electro-static discharge (ESD) protection, heat load, and static load in the equipment’s design and installation.
• System Integration: Encourages the expansion and integration of systems from different manufacturers, providing operating authorities flexibility in network development and equipment selection.

Applications

The standard is vital for several stakeholders in the telecommunications industry:

• Network Operators: Use the guidelines to optimize infrastructure planning, ensure efficient space utilization, and maintain future readiness for upgrades or expansions.
• Manufacturers & Designers: Reference the prescribed mechanical requirements and interfaces to design compliant equipment that promotes interoperability and ease of installation.
• Facility Managers and Engineers: Benefit from structured data to inform structural, airflow, and safety planning in telecommunications premises.
• Regulatory and Procurement Bodies: Gain a standardized framework to assess compliance during equipment evaluation and procurement processes.

In practical terms, adherence to SIST ETS 300 119-1 E1:2006 helps improve reliability, serviceability, and scalability, while reducing integration issues between equipment from different sources. This holistic approach supports the growing convergence between transmission and switching technologies in telecommunications networks.

Related Standards

To ensure comprehensive compliance and benefit from international harmonization, consider the following related standards:

• IEC 916: Mechanical structures for electronic equipment - Terminology. Provides consistent definitions for cabinets, racks, and other enclosures.
• IEC 917: Modular order for the development of mechanical structures for electronic equipment practices, vital for interface specification and modular design.
• ETS 300 119-2, -3, -4: Further parts of this European standard series, detailing requirements for racks/cabinets, miscellaneous racks/cabinets, and subracks, respectively.

Conclusion

SIST ETS 300 119-1 E1:2006 is a central reference for engineering best practices and terminology in the installation and integration of telecommunications equipment. By aligning with this standard, organizations enhance system interoperability, prepare for future technological developments, and ensure that infrastructure investments deliver lasting value, safety, and compliance in the fast-evolving telecommunications landscape.

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-februar-2006
Inženiring opreme (EE) – Evropski telekomunikacijski standard za prakso pri
opremi – 1. del: Uvod in terminologija
Equipment Engineering (EE); European telecommunication standard for equipment
practice; Part 1: Introduction and terminology
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: ETS 300 119-1 Edition 1
ICS:
33.050.01 Telekomunikacijska Telecommunication terminal
terminalska oprema na equipment in general
splošno
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

EUROPEAN ETS 300 119-1
TELECOMMUNICATION January 1994
STANDARD
Source: ETSI TC-EE Reference: DE/EE-3001.1
ICS: 33.080
Equipment, terminology
Key words:
Equipment Engineering (EE);
European telecommunications standard for equipment practice
Part 1: Introduction and terminology
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New presentation - see History box

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Whilst every care has been taken in the preparation and publication of this document, errors in content,
typographical or otherwise, may occur. If you have comments concerning its accuracy, please write to
"ETSI Editing and Committee Support Dept." at the address shown on the title page.

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Contents
Foreword.5
1 Scope .7
2 Normative references .8
3 Mechanical equipment interfaces .8
4 The multi-level approach .8
Annex A (informative): Timescale.10
Annex B (informative): IEC Sub Committee 48D publication .11
History.12

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Foreword
This European Telecommunication Standard (ETS) has been produced by the Equipment Engineering (EE)
Technical Committee of the European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI).
This ETS is part 1 of a 4 part ETS, aimed at setting out on a common basis, the installation engineering
requirements for telecommunication practice. This part, Part 1, is a general introduction and explains the
terminology used. Part 2 specifies the engineering requirements for racks and cabinets. Part 3 covers the
engineering requirements for miscellaneous racks/cabinets, and Part 4 covers the engineering
requirements for subracks in miscellaneous racks and cabinets.
This ETS applies to all telecommunications equipment forming part of public telecommunications networks
and is based on the work of IEC Sub Committee 48D (see informative Annex B).

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1 Scope
This European Telecommunication Standard (ETS) sets out the major engineering requirements for
telecommunications equipment forming part of a public telecommunications network installed either on
public telecommunications operators' sites or in premises of operators' customers.
It is expected that the areas of transmission equipment and switching equipment will increasingly merge
into one. As a result, this ETS should be applied to all forms of telecommunications equipment.
The operating authorities should be given the data to help them plan buildings and building utilization,
including ceiling heights, equipment and traffic areas, hallways and doors, and transport installations
(freight elevators, loading ramps, etc.). They also need to be able to compute the structural design
requirements and the type and scope of air conditioning needed.
It should be made possible to expand existing installations, and to combine equipment from different
manufacturers. Therefore, operating authorities are guaranteed a wide scope for system selection.
The equipment designer should be able to derive a suitable mechanical design for telecommunications
equipment.
Such a scope calls for standardization of certain levels in the mechanical hierarchy, e.g.:
- dimensions for racks, miscellaneous racks and subracks. The definitions of cabinets and racks
contained in IEC publication 916 [1], are:
Cabinet: a free-standing and self-supporting enclosure for housing electrical and/or electronic
equipment. It is usually fitted with doors and/or side panels which may or may not be
removable;
Rack: a free-standing or fixed structure for housing electrical and/or electronic equipment;
- accessibility of rack rows;
- cable access;
- heat load;
- static load;
- compatibility with Electro-Magnetic Compatibility (EMC) and Electro-Static Discharge (ESD)
requirements.
Existing equipment
...