SIST EN 60079-29-1:2017/A1:2022

Explosive atmospheres - Part 29-1: Gas detectors - Performance requirements of detectors for flammable gases (IEC 60079-29-1:2016/A1:2020)

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Explosionsfähige Atmosphäre - Teil 29-1: Gasmessgeräte - Anforderungen an das Betriebsverhalten von Geräten für die Messung brennbarer Gase (IEC 60079-29-1:2016/A1:2020)

Atmosphères explosives - Partie 29-1: Détecteurs de gaz - Exigences d'aptitude à la fonction des détecteurs de gaz inflammables (IEC 60079-29-1:2016/A1:2020)

Eksplozivne atmosfere - 29-1. del: Javljalniki plina - Zahteve za delovanje javljalnikov vnetljivih plinov (IEC 60079-29-1:2016/A1:2020)

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 09-Oct-2022
• ICS: 13.320 - Alarm and warning systems
• ICS: 29.260.20 - Electrical apparatus for explosive atmospheres
• Technical Committee: EXP - Product for explosive atmospheres
• Current Stage: 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 19-May-2022
• Due Date: 24-Jul-2022
• Completion Date: 10-Oct-2022
• Directive: Harmonized Standard2014/34/EU - Directive 2014/34/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 equipment and protective systems intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres (recast)
  OJ Ref: L 79 OJ Date: 17-Mar-2023
• Mandate: M/BC/CEN/92/46 - Standardization mandate assigned to CEN/CENELEC concerning equipment and protective systems intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres
• Ref Project: EN 60079-29-1:2016/A1:2022 - Explosive atmospheres - Part 29-1: Gas detectors - Performance requirements of detectors for flammable gases

Relations

• Referred By: SIST EN 1755:2024 - Industrial trucks - Safety requirements and verification - Supplementary requirements for operation in potentially explosive atmospheres
• Effective Date: 09-Feb-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 50570:2014/A2:2025 - Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Particular requirements for commercial electric tumble dryers
• Effective Date: 03-Feb-2026
• Amends: SIST EN 60079-29-1:2017 - Explosive atmospheres - Part 29-1: Gas detectors - Performance requirements of detectors for flammable gases (IEC 60079-29-1:2016 , modified)
• Effective Date: 18-Dec-2018
• Amended By: SIST EN 60079-29-1:2017/A11:2022 - Explosive atmospheres - Part 29-1: Gas detectors - Performance requirements of detectors for flammable gases
• Effective Date: 22-Jun-2021
• Revised: SIST EN IEC 60079-29-0:2026 - Explosive atmospheres - Part 29-0: Gas detection equipment -General requirements and test methods (IEC 60079-29-0:2025)
• Effective Date: 30-Jul-2024

Overview

SIST EN 60079-29-1:2017/A1:2022 is the Slovenian adoption of the European standard EN 60079-29-1:2016/A1:2022, which is also aligned with the international standard IEC 60079-29-1:2016/A1:2020. This standard specifies the performance requirements for gas detectors intended for the detection of flammable gases in explosive atmospheres. It sets the criteria for type testing, test sequences, electromagnetic compatibility, and measurement accuracy to ensure the reliable operation of gas detectors used in hazardous environments.

This amendment provides updates to key testing procedures and performance criteria, ensuring that gas detection equipment meets current safety and regulatory requirements. The standard supports compliance with the EU ATEX Directive (2014/34/EU) relating to equipment used in potentially explosive atmospheres.

Key Topics

• Performance Requirements: Outlines the minimum functional and safety capabilities for gas detectors, including response characteristics and acceptable performance criteria under various test conditions.
• Type Testing Procedures: Establishes structured guidance for conducting type tests, including which samples to use, when to repeat tests, and how to address modifications in detector design.
• Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC): Specifies standardized EMC testing procedures to verify that detectors function reliably in the presence of electromagnetic disturbances, referencing IEC 61326-1.
• Test Sequences: Details the order in which performance and environmental tests should be conducted to ensure accurate assessment of device reliability.
• Measurement Accuracy: Sets limits for allowable variation in detector readings under different environmental conditions, such as pressure changes and EMC testing scenarios.
• Documentation and Reporting: Emphasizes correct reporting of test results, especially if alternative testing methods are used or in the event of product modifications.

Applications

SIST EN 60079-29-1:2017/A1:2022 is essential for industries where flammable gases may be present and where explosion risks require robust safety controls. Its typical applications include:

• Petrochemical and Chemical Plants: For continuous monitoring of process areas to detect leaks of flammable gases.
• Oil and Gas Facilities: Used in both upstream and downstream operations, including refineries, offshore platforms, and gas distribution networks.
• Manufacturing and Storage Facilities: Applies to chemical storage, paint shops, and other environments where combustible gases may accumulate.
• Waste Treatment and Biogas Plants: Ensures safe operations by early detection of methane or other flammable gases.
• Utilities and Power Generation: For environments where flammable gases might be released, such as coal gasification plants.

Implementing compliant detectors per this standard helps organizations demonstrate conformance with EU regulatory directives and ensures a high level of safety for personnel, equipment, and infrastructure.

Related Standards

For complete and effective compliance, consider these related standards:

• IEC 60079 Series: Broad requirements for equipment and protective systems in explosive atmospheres.
• EN 60079-0: General requirements for explosive atmosphere equipment.
• EN 60079-29-2: Guidance on selection, installation, use, and maintenance of gas detectors.
• IEC 61326-1: Requirements for EMC testing of electrical equipment.
• ATEX Directive (2014/34/EU): European regulation for equipment used in potentially explosive atmospheres.
• ISO 26142: Gas detection using open-path techniques.

Together, these standards provide a comprehensive foundation for the design, testing, installation, and maintenance of flammable gas detectors in hazardous environments, supporting both safety and regulatory compliance.

Standards Content (Sample)

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-november-2022
Eksplozivne atmosfere - 29-1. del: Javljalniki plina - Zahteve za delovanje
javljalnikov vnetljivih plinov (IEC 60079-29-1:2016/A1:2020)
Explosive atmospheres - Part 29-1: Gas detectors - Performance requirements of
detectors for flammable gases (IEC 60079-29-1:2016/A1:2020)
Explosionsfähige Atmosphäre - Teil 29-1: Gasmessgeräte - Anforderungen an das
Betriebsverhalten von Geräten für die Messung brennbarer Gase (IEC 60079-29-
1:2016/A1:2020)
Atmosphères explosives - Partie 29-1: Détecteurs de gaz - Exigences d'aptitude à la
fonction des détecteurs de gaz inflammables (IEC 60079-29-1:2016/A1:2020)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 60079-29-1:2016/A1:2022
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 60079-29-1:2016/A1

NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM May 2022
ICS 29.260.20
English Version
Explosive atmospheres - Part 29-1: Gas detectors - Performance
requirements of detectors for flammable gases
(IEC 60079-29-1:2016/A1:2020)
Atmosphères explosives - Partie 29-1: Détecteurs de gaz - Explosionsfähige Atmosphäre - Teil 29-1: Gasmessgeräte -
Exigences d'aptitude à la fonction des détecteurs de gaz Anforderungen an das Betriebsverhalten von Geräten für
inflammables die Messung brennbarer Gase
(IEC 60079-29-1:2016/A1:2020) (IEC 60079-29-1:2016/A1:2020)
This amendment A1 modifies the European Standard EN 60079-29-1:2016; it was approved by CENELEC on 2020-04-28. 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,
Turkey and the United Kingdom.

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European foreword
The text of document 31/1525/FDIS, future IEC 60079-29-1/A1, prepared by IEC/TC 31 "Equipment
for explosive atmospheres" was submitted to the IEC-CENELEC parallel vote and approved by
CENELEC as EN 60079-29-1:2016/A1:2022.
The following dates are fixed:
• latest date by which the document has to be implemented at national (dop) 2022-11-13
level by publication of an identical national standard or by endorsement
• latest date by which the national standards conflicting with the (dow) 2025-05-13
document have to be withdrawn
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. CENELEC shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
This document is read in conjunction with EN 60079-29-1:2016/A11:2022.
This document has been prepared under a Standardization Request given to CENELEC by the
European Commission and the European Free Trade Association, and supports essential
requirements of EU Directive(s) / Regulation(s).
For the relationship with EU Directive(s) / Regulation(s), see informative Annex ZZ, included in this
document.
Any feedback and questions on this document should be directed to the users’ national committee. A
complete listing of these bodies can be found on the CENELEC website.
Endorsement notice
The text of the International Standard IEC 60079-29-1:2016/A1:2020 was approved by CENELEC as
a European Standard without any modification.

Annex ZZ
(informative)
Relationship between this European Standard and the essential requirements
of Directive 2014/34/EU [2014 OJ L96] aimed to be covered
This European Standard has been prepared under a Commission’s standardization request
[M/BC/CEN/92/46] to provide one voluntary means of conforming to essential requirements of
Directive 2014/34/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 equipment and protective systems
intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres [2014 OJ L96].
Once this standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union under that Directive,
compliance with the normative clauses of this standard given in Table ZZ.1 confers, within the limits of
the scope of this standard, a presumption of conformity with the corresponding essential requirements
of that Directive, and associated EFTA regulations.
Table ZZ.1 – Correspondence between this European Standard and
Annex II of Directive 2014/34/EU [2014 OJ L96]
Essential Requirements of Clause(s) / sub-clause(s)
Remarks / Notes
Directive 2014/34/EU of this EN
1.5.5 - 1.5.7 whole standard except 4.2.9
and 5.4.23
1.5.8 4.2.9, 5.4.23
WARNING 1 — Presumption of conformity stays valid only as long as a reference to this European
standard is maintained in the list published in the Official Journal of the European Union. Users of this
standard should consult frequently the latest list published in the Official Journal of the European
Union.
WARNING 2 — Other Union legislation may be applicable to the product(s) falling within the scope of
this standard.
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Atmosphères explosives –
Partie 29-1: Détecteurs de gaz – Exigences d’aptitude à la fonction des

détecteurs de gaz inflammables

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FOREWORD
This amendment has been prepared by IEC technical committee 31 Equipment for explosive
atmospheres
The text of this amendment is based on the following documents:
FDIS Report on voting
31/1525/FDIS 31/1533/RVD
Full information on the voting for the approval of this amendment
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