SIST EN 60898-1:2004/A12:2008

Electrical accessories - Circuit breakers for overcurrent protection for household and similar installations - Part 1: Circuit-breakers for a.c. operation

Amandma A12:2008 je dodatek k standardu SIST EN 60898-1:2003.
Applies to a.c. air-break circuit-breakers for operation at 50 Hz or 60 Hz, having a rated voltage not exceeding 440 V (between phases), a rated current not exceeding 125 A and a rated short-circuit capacity not exceeding 25 000 A.

Elektrisches Installationsmaterial - Leitungsschutzschalter für Hausinstallationen und ähnliche Zwecke - Teil 1: Leitungsschutzschalter für Wechselstrom (AC)

Petit appareillage électrique - Disjoncteurs pour la protection contre les surintensités pour installations domestiques et analogues - Partie 1: Disjoncteurs pour le fonctionnement en courant alternatif

Električni pribor - Odklopniki za nadtokovno zaščito za gospodinjstvo in podobne inštalacije - 1. del: Odklopniki za izmenični tok

General Information

• Status: Withdrawn
• Publication Date: 13-Oct-2008
• Withdrawal Date: 10-Dec-2023
• ICS: 29.120.50 - Fuses and other overcurrent protection devices
• Technical Committee: EPR - Electrical accessories
• Current Stage: 9900 - Withdrawal (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 11-Dec-2023
• Due Date: 03-Jan-2024
• Completion Date: 11-Dec-2023
• 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)
• Ref Project: EN 60898-1:2003/A12:2008 - Electrical accessories - Circuit breakers for overcurrent protection for household and similar installations - Part 1: Circuit-breakers for a.c. operation

Relations

• Replaced By: SIST EN 60898-1:2019 - Electrical accessories - Circuit-breakers for overcurrent protection for household and similar installations - Part 1: Circuit-breakers for a.c. operation (IEC 60898-1:2015, modified))
• Effective Date: 22-Jan-2019
• Amends: SIST EN 60898-1:2004 - Electrical accessories - Circuit breakers for overcurrent protection for household and similar installations -- Part 1: Circuit-breakers for a.c. operation
• Effective Date: 01-Dec-2008

Overview

SIST EN 60898-1:2004/A12:2008 is a European amendment standard regulating electrical accessories, specifically circuit breakers designed for overcurrent protection in household and similar installations. This amendment, approved by CENELEC in August 2008, modifies the original EN 60898-1:2003 standard and focuses on circuit breakers for alternating current (a.c.) operation.

The standard applies to low-voltage electrical installations, ensuring safety, reliability, and conformity of circuit breakers used in residential environments. It addresses technical requirements, testing procedures, and national implementation guidelines for manufacturers and regulatory bodies.

Key Topics

• Scope of Amendment: SIST EN 60898-1:2004/A12:2008 withdraws specific national conditions related to Germany’s regulatory clause J.1, harmonizing the requirements across European countries.
• Circuit Breakers for a.c. Operation: The standard specifies design, performance, and testing criteria for miniature circuit breakers (MCBs) intended for protecting household electrical circuits against overcurrent and short-circuits.
• Harmonization and Compliance: Enforces the uniform adoption of testing methods and performance criteria among CENELEC member states, facilitating cross-border compliance and manufacturing standardization.
• Multilingual Official Versions: The amendment exists in English, French, and German, guaranteeing wide accessibility across European markets.
• Implementation Dates:
  • Announcement of amendment at national level by November 1, 2008.
  • Adoption as national standard by February 1, 2009.

Applications

SIST EN 60898-1:2004/A12:2008 is essential for:

• Manufacturers: Designing and certifying circuit breakers that meet updated European safety and performance criteria for household use.
• Electrical Installers and Engineers: Selecting compliant MCBs for residential and similar applications, ensuring protection against electrical hazards.
• Regulatory Authorities: Enforcing harmonized standards to maintain consistent safety levels across member states.
• Quality Assurance: Incorporating standardized tests to validate circuit breaker performance under specified overcurrent conditions.
• Product Development: Aligning product specifications to meet evolving safety requirements and facilitate market access in Europe.

This standard supports safer household electrical installations by ensuring that protective devices operate reliably under specified electrical load and fault conditions.

Related Standards

• EN 60898-1:2003: The parent standard covering circuit breakers for a.c. operation in household and similar installations.
• EN 60898-1:2003/A1:2004: Previous amendment providing additional clarifications and national conditions.
• IEC 60898 series: International standards from the International Electrotechnical Commission harmonized with European versions.
• EN 60947 series: Standards covering low-voltage switchgear and controlgear, often referenced alongside circuit breaker standards.
• National Electrical Codes: Local regulations adapting or referencing EN 60898 standards for compliance and safety.

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Standards Content (Sample)

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
SIST EN 60898-1:2003/A12:2008
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Electrical accessories - Circuit breakers for overcurrent protection for household and
similar installations - Part 1: Circuit-breakers for a.c. operation
Elektrisches Installationsmaterial - Leitungsschutzschalter für Hausinstallationen und
ähnliche Zwecke - Teil 1: Leitungsschutzschalter für Wechselstrom (AC)
Petit appareillage électrique - Disjoncteurs pour la protection contre les surintensités
pour installations domestiques et analogues - Partie 1: Disjoncteurs pour le
fonctionnement en courant alternatif
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ICS:
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SIST EN 60898-1:2003/A12:2008 en,fr,de
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

SIST EN 60898-1:2003/A12:2008
SIST EN 60898-1:2003/A12:2008
EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN 60898-1/A12
NORME EUROPÉENNE
September 2008
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 29.120.50
English version
Electrical accessories -
Circuit breakers for overcurrent protection
for household and similar installations -
Part 1: Circuit-breakers for a.c. operation

Petit appareillage électrique -  Elektrisches Installationsmaterial -
Disjoncteurs pour la protection Leitungsschutzschalter
contre les surintensités pour installations für Hausinstallationen
domestiques et analogues - und ähnliche Zwecke -
Partie 1: Disjoncteurs Teil 1: Leitungsschutzschalter
pour le fonctionnement für Wechselstrom (AC)
en courant alternatif
This amendment A12 modifies the European Standard EN 60898-1:2003; it was approved by CENELEC on
2008-08-01. 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
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