SIST EN 50104:2020/A1:2023
(Amendment)Electrical equipment for the detection and measurement of oxygen - Performance requirements and test methods
Electrical equipment for the detection and measurement of oxygen - Performance requirements and test methods
This document specifies general requirements for design, testing and performance, and describes the test methods that apply to portable, transportable and fixed equipment for the measurement of the oxygen concentration in gas mixtures indicating up to 25 % (v/v).
Elektrische Geräte für die Detektion und Messung von Sauerstoff - Anforderungen an das Betriebsverhalten und Prüfverfahren
Appareils électriques de détection et de mesure de l'oxygène - Exigences d’aptitude à la fonction et méthodes d’essai
Električne naprave za odkrivanje in merjenje kisika - Zahteve za delovanje in preskusne metode - Dopolnilo A1
Ta dokument določa splošne zahteve za načrtovanje, preskušanje in delovanje opreme ter opisuje preskusne metode, ki se uporabljajo za prenosno, premično in fiksno opremo za merjenje koncentracije kisika v plinskih zmeseh do 25 % (v/v).
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Public Enquiry End Date
- 29-Apr-2022
- Publication Date
- 19-Apr-2023
- Technical Committee
- EXP - Product for explosive atmospheres
- Current Stage
- 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 05-Apr-2023
- Due Date
- 10-Jun-2023
- Completion Date
- 20-Apr-2023
Relations
- Effective Date
- 14-Sep-2021
- Effective Date
- 30-Dec-2025
Overview
EN 50104:2019/A1:2023 - issued by CLC/CENELEC - defines performance requirements and test methods for electrical equipment used to detect and measure oxygen in gas mixtures (indicating up to 25 % v/v). The amendment A1 updates normative references, general requirements and specific test procedures for portable, transportable and fixed oxygen detection and measurement equipment. It supports conformity with EU regulatory requirements and was prepared by CLC/TC 31 for implementation by national bodies.
Key topics and technical requirements
- Scope: Measurement of oxygen concentration in gases (≤ 25 % v/v) for portable, transportable and fixed devices.
- Normative references updated: Integrates related standards such as EN 50270:2015 (EMC), EN 50271:2018 (software/digital technologies), EN 60068-2-6:2008 (vibration), and EN 60079-29-2:2015 (selection/installation for explosive atmospheres).
- Equipment using software/digital technologies: Devices with software must meet the design, verification and functional requirements of EN 50271:2018 (Clause 4 & 5).
- Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC): EMC testing is aligned with EN 50270:2015 (Clauses 4–6) and devices must satisfy performance criteria specified in that standard.
- Vibration testing: Vibration tests follow EN 60068-2-6:2008 procedures, with temperature/pressure/humidity limited only to avoid sensor damage (ambient condition requirements may be relaxed for this test).
- Installation and user guidance: The amendment recommends users consult EN 60079-29-2:2015 and other codes of practice for selection, installation and maintenance guidance.
Applications and who uses this standard
- Manufacturers of oxygen detectors and analysers (portable, transportable, fixed) use EN 50104:2019/A1:2023 to design and validate product performance and compliance.
- Test laboratories apply the specified test methods for type testing, EMC evaluation and software verification.
- Safety engineers and maintenance personnel rely on the standard for performance expectations and installation recommendations in industrial, medical, laboratory and hazardous-area settings.
- Procurement and regulatory bodies use the standard to define acceptance criteria and to ensure devices meet EU essential requirements.
Related standards
- EN 50270:2015 - Electromagnetic compatibility for gas/oxygen detectors
- EN 50271:2018 - Software and digital technology requirements for gas detection apparatus
- EN 60068-2-6:2008 - Environmental vibration testing (sinusoidal)
- EN 60079-29-2:2015 - Gas detectors: selection, installation, use and maintenance
This standard is essential for ensuring reliable oxygen measurement, robust EMC and validated software performance in safety-critical detection systems.
Frequently Asked Questions
SIST EN 50104:2020/A1:2023 is a amendment published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Electrical equipment for the detection and measurement of oxygen - Performance requirements and test methods". This standard covers: This document specifies general requirements for design, testing and performance, and describes the test methods that apply to portable, transportable and fixed equipment for the measurement of the oxygen concentration in gas mixtures indicating up to 25 % (v/v).
This document specifies general requirements for design, testing and performance, and describes the test methods that apply to portable, transportable and fixed equipment for the measurement of the oxygen concentration in gas mixtures indicating up to 25 % (v/v).
SIST EN 50104:2020/A1:2023 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 13.320 - Alarm and warning systems; 29.260.20 - Electrical apparatus for explosive atmospheres. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
SIST EN 50104:2020/A1:2023 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST EN 50104:2020, kSIST FprEN IEC 60079-29-0:2025. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
SIST EN 50104:2020/A1:2023 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 2014/34/EU; Standardization Mandates: M/BC/CEN/92/46. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
You can purchase SIST EN 50104:2020/A1:2023 directly from iTeh Standards. The document is available in PDF format and is delivered instantly after payment. Add the standard to your cart and complete the secure checkout process. iTeh Standards is an authorized distributor of SIST standards.
Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-junij-2023
Električne naprave za odkrivanje in merjenje kisika - Zahteve za delovanje in
preskusne metode - Dopolnilo A1
Electrical equipment for the detection and measurement of oxygen - Performance
requirements and test methods
Elektrische Geräte für die Detektion und Messung von Sauerstoff - Anforderungen an
das Betriebsverhalten und Prüfverfahren
Appareils électriques de détection et de mesure de l'oxygène - Exigences d’aptitude à la
fonction et méthodes d’essai
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 50104:2019/A1:2023
ICS:
13.320 Alarmni in opozorilni sistemi Alarm and warning systems
29.260.20 Električni aparati za Electrical apparatus for
eksplozivna ozračja explosive atmospheres
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
EUROPEAN STANDARD EN 50104:2019/A1
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM March 2023
ICS 13.320
English Version
Electrical equipment for the detection and measurement of
oxygen - Performance requirements and test methods
Appareils électriques de détection et de mesure de Elektrische Geräte für die Detektion und Messung von
l'oxygène - Exigences d'aptitude à la fonction et méthodes Sauerstoff - Anforderungen an das Betriebsverhalten und
d'essai Prüfverfahren
This amendment A1 modifies the European Standard EN 50104:2019; it was approved by CENELEC on 2022-08-16. 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 CEN-CENELEC
Management Centre 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 notified to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre has the same status as
the official versions.
CENELEC members are the national electrotechnical committees of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, the Czech Republic,
Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the
Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Republic of North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland,
Türkiye and the United Kingdom.
European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization
Comité Européen de Normalisation Electrotechnique
Europäisches Komitee für Elektrotechnische Normung
CEN-CENELEC Management Centre: Rue de la Science 23, B-1040 Brussels
© 2023 CENELEC All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved worldwide for CENELEC Members.
Ref. No. EN 50104:2019/A1:2023 E
Contents Page
European foreword . 3
1 Modification to Clause 2, “Normative references” . 4
2 Modification to Clause 4, “General requirements” . 4
3 Modification to Clause 5, “Test methods” . 4
European foreword
This document (EN 50104:2019/A1:2023) has been prepared by CLC/TC 31 “Electrical apparatus for
potentially explosive atmospheres”.
The following dates are fixed:
• latest date by which this document has to be (dop) 2023-10-01
implemented at national level by publication of
an identical national standard or by
endorsement
• latest date by which the national standards (dow) 2026-03-31
...
SIST EN 50104:2020/A1:2023 표준은 산소 농도를 측정하는 전기 장비에 대한 성능 요구 사항과 시험 방법을 구체적으로 정립하고 있습니다. 이 문서는 가스 혼합물에서 최대 25% (v/v)의 산소 농도를 측정하는 휴대용, 수송 가능 및 고정식 장비를 포함한 광범위한 범위를 다룹니다. 이 표준의 강점은 철저한 시험 방법과 성능 요구 사항에 대한 명확한 지침을 제공함으로써 사용자가 정확하고 일관된 산소 측정을 수행할 수 있도록 돕는다는 점입니다. 이러한 요구 사항은 산업 현장에서의 안전성을 보장하고 산소 농도 측정의 신뢰성을 높이는 데 기여합니다. 또한, SIST EN 50104:2020/A1:2023 표준은 다양한 응용 분야를 아우르는 유연성을 제공합니다. 이는 연구, 제조, 의료 및 환경 모니터링 등 다양한 산업에서 산소 감지 장비의 필요성을 충족시킬 수 있도록 설계되었습니다. 이러한 점에서 해당 표준은 최신 기술 동향과 시장 요구를 반영하고 있어 매우 중요합니다. 결론적으로, SIST EN 50104:2020/A1:2023 표준은 전기 장비의 디자인 및 성능을 체계적으로 규정함으로써 기계 및 안전 분야에서의 산소 검출 장비에 대한 신뢰성을 확보하고 있습니다. 이는 사용자가 보다 안전하고 정확한 측정을 통해 더 나은 결과를 얻을 수 있도록 지원합니다.
Die Norm SIST EN 50104:2020/A1:2023 befasst sich mit der elektrischen Ausrüstung zur Detektion und Messung von Sauerstoff. Der Umfang dieser Norm ist klar definiert und legt allgemeine Anforderungen an das Design, die Prüfung und die Leistungsfähigkeit von Geräten fest. Sie beschreibt zudem die Prüfmethoden, die für tragbare, transportable und fest installierte Geräte zur Messung der Sauerstoffkonzentration in Gasgemischen, die bis zu 25 % (v/v) anzeigen, relevant sind. Ein herausragendes Merkmal dieser Norm ist ihre umfassende Abdeckung der Leistungsanforderungen. Dadurch stellt sie sicher, dass die Geräte nicht nur zuverlässig, sondern auch sicher im Einsatz sind. Die vorgeschriebenen Testmethoden ermöglichen es Herstellern, die Qualität und Genauigkeit ihrer Produkte systematisch zu überprüfen. Dies ist besonders wichtig in Sektoren, in denen die Überwachung der Sauerstoffkonzentration entscheidend für die Sicherheit ist, wie beispielsweise in der Industrie oder im Gesundheitswesen. Die Relevanz der SIST EN 50104:2020/A1:2023 ist unbestreitbar, da sie nicht nur den aktuellen technologischen Standards entspricht, sondern auch den Bedürfnissen einer Vielzahl von Anwendungen gerecht wird. Die Norm trägt dazu bei, ein einheitliches Niveau an Qualität und Sicherheit für die elektrischen Geräte zur Sauerstoffmessung zu gewährleisten, was sowohl für Hersteller als auch für Endbenutzer von großem Vorteil ist. Zusammenfassend lässt sich sagen, dass die Norm SIST EN 50104:2020/A1:2023 in ihrer Spezifikation der Leistungsanforderungen und Prüfmethoden eine entscheidende Rolle in der Entwicklung und Verwendung von Geräten zur Sauerstoffmessung spielt.
The SIST EN 50104:2020/A1:2023 standard provides a comprehensive framework for the design, testing, and performance requirements of electrical equipment utilized for the detection and measurement of oxygen. This document is essential in ensuring the accuracy and reliability of equipment across various applications, including safety monitoring in industrial environments, medical applications, and research laboratories. The scope of this standard is notably broad, encompassing portable, transportable, and fixed equipment designed to measure oxygen concentrations in gas mixtures up to 25% (v/v). By specifying general requirements, the standard ensures that manufacturers can maintain consistent quality and performance standards across different types of oxygen detection equipment. This is particularly important in industries where oxygen levels can significantly impact safety and operational efficiency. One of the significant strengths of the SIST EN 50104:2020/A1:2023 standard lies in its detailed description of the test methods that are integral to assessing equipment performance. Such clarity in test methodologies ensures that practitioners can replicate results and validate the effectiveness of oxygen measurement devices. This aspect is crucial for regulatory compliance and instills confidence in end-users regarding the accuracy and reliability of their instruments. Moreover, the relevance of this standard cannot be overstated. As industries increasingly prioritize safety and efficiency, adherence to established performance requirements helps mitigate risks associated with improper oxygen monitoring. The standard addresses the growing need for reliable measurement tools in various sectors, including health care, manufacturing, and environmental monitoring, where precise oxygen level detection is critical. In conclusion, the SIST EN 50104:2020/A1:2023 standard serves as a vital reference for stakeholders involved in the design, manufacturing, and use of oxygen detection equipment. Its emphasis on performance requirements and rigorous testing methods positions it as an essential guide for ensuring product safety and efficacy in diverse applications.
SIST EN 50104:2020/A1:2023は、ガス混合物中の酸素濃度を測定するための電気機器に関する重要な標準です。この文書は、ポータブル、輸送可能、および固定式の機器の設計、試験、性能に関する一般的な要件を明確に定めており、酸素濃度が最大25 % (v/v) の範囲での測定に特化しています。 この標準の強みは、その包括的な試験方法とパフォーマンス要件にあります。これにより、製品の信頼性と安全性が確保され、使用者や環境におけるリスクが低減されます。また、異なる用途に応じた様々な機器に適用可能なため、広範な利用シーンに対応できることも大きな特徴です。 さらに、SIST EN 50104:2020/A1:2023は、酸素検出や測定における最新の技術や業界のベストプラクティスに基づいて策定されており、これにより、業界の革新を促進する役割も果たしています。この標準の遵守は、製品の品質を保証すると同時に、規制に適合した製品開発を助ける重要なステップであると言えるでしょう。 以上の理由から、SIST EN 50104:2020/A1:2023は、酸素測定機器の開発・評価において非常に重要な役割を果たしており、関連業界における信頼の指標となる標準と言えます。
La norme SIST EN 50104:2020/A1:2023 établit des exigences générales pour la conception, les tests et les performances des équipements électriques dédiés à la détection et à la mesure de l'oxygène. Son champ d'application est essentiel, car il couvre non seulement les dispositifs portables et transportables, mais aussi les équipements fixes destinés à mesurer la concentration d'oxygène jusqu'à 25 % (v/v) dans des mélanges de gaz. Les points forts de cette norme résident dans sa clarté et sa précision. Elle définit des méthodes d'essai rigoureuses, garantissant ainsi que les équipements répondent à des critères de performance fiables. En s'appuyant sur ces exigences, les fabricants peuvent s'assurer que leurs appareils seront efficaces, sûrs et conformes aux réglementations en vigueur. De plus, la norme SIST EN 50104:2020/A1:2023 est d'une grande pertinence dans le contexte actuel où la surveillance de la qualité de l'air et la sécurité des travailleurs dans des environnements à risque sont primordiales. Elle facilite l'harmonisation des pratiques au sein de l'industrie, ce qui est crucial pour le développement de technologies de détection d'oxygène de qualité. En résumé, cette norme contribue non seulement à la sécurité des utilisateurs, mais également à l'amélioration continue des instruments de mesure, consolidant ainsi son importance dans le domaine de l'équipement électrique pour la détection et la mesure de l'oxygène.
Questions, Comments and Discussion
Ask us and Technical Secretary will try to provide an answer. You can facilitate discussion about the standard in here.
Loading comments...