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Norma Italiana Cei
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Questa parte della norma IEC 61439 definisce i requisiti specifici per le apparecchiature assiemate
destinate alle seguenti applicazioni: porti turistici, campeggi, mercati e stazioni di ricarica di veicoli elettrici.
Le apparecchiature si intendono:
• quelle per le quali la tensione nominale non supera 1 000 V CA o 1 500 V CC;
• quelle destinate a essere utilizzate in relazione alla generazione, trasmissione, distribuzione e
conversione di energia elettrica e per il comando delle apparecchiature che consumano energia elettrica;
• quelle azionate da persone comuni (ad esempio, per inserire e disinserire la spina di
un'apparecchiatura elettrica);
• quelle destinate all'installazione e all'uso nei mercati, nei porti turistici, nei campeggi e altri luoghi
simili accessibili al pubblico, comprese le installazioni temporanee;
• quelle destinate a stazioni di ricarica per veicoli elettrici (AEVCS) per il Modo 3 e il Modo 4 e
progettate per integrare le funzionalità e i requisiti aggiuntivi per sistemi di ricarica conduttiva per veicoli
elettrici secondo la norma IEC 61851-1:2017.
La presente Norma sostituisce completamente la Norma CEI EN 61439-5:2016-09, che rimane applicabile
fino al 06-09-2026
Questa Norma viene pubblicata dal CEI nella sola lingua inglese in quanto particolarmente mirata a settori
specialistici.
La presente Norma recepisce il testo originale inglese della Pubblicazione IEC
Nazionali
Legenda (IDT) - La Norma in oggetto è identica alle Norme indicate dopo il riferimento (IDT)
INFORMAZIONI EDITORIALI
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CENELEC 06-09-2023
ICS 29.130.20
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European foreword
The text of document 121B/138/CDV, future edition 2 of IEC 61439-7, prepared by SC 121B "Low-
voltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies" of IEC/TC 121 "Switchgear and controlgear and their
assemblies for low voltage" was submitted to the IEC-CENELEC parallel vote and approved by
CENELEC as EN IEC 61439-7:2023.
• latest date by which the document has to be implemented at national (dop) 2024-06-06
level by publication of an identical national standard or by endorsement
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This document supersedes EN IEC 61439-7:2020 and all of its amendments and corrigenda (if any).
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This document has been prepared under a Standardization Request addressed to CENELEC by the
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Any feedback and questions on this document should be directed to the users’ national committee. A
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Endorsement notice
The text of the International Standard IEC 61439-7:2022 was approved by CENELEC as a European
Standard without any modification.
In the official version, for Bibliography, the following notes have to be added for the standard indicated:
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Annex ZA
(normative)
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content
constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For
undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments)
applies.
NOTE 1 Where an International Publication has been modified by common modifications, indicated by (mod), the
relevant EN/HD applies.
NOTE 2 Up-to-date information on the latest versions of the European Standards listed in this annex is available
here: [Link].
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CONTENTS
FOREWORD ........................................................................................................................... 3
1 Scope .............................................................................................................................. 5
2 Normative references ...................................................................................................... 6
3 Terms and definitions ...................................................................................................... 6
4 Symbols and abbreviations .............................................................................................. 9
5 Interface characteristics .................................................................................................. 9
6 Information .................................................................................................................... 10
7 Service conditions ......................................................................................................... 11
8 Constructional requirements .......................................................................................... 11
9 Performance requirements ............................................................................................ 13
10 Design verification ......................................................................................................... 13
11 Routine verification ........................................................................................................ 21
Annexes ............................................................................................................................... 23
Annex AA (informative) User information template ............................................................... 24
Annex BB (informative) Design verification .......................................................................... 28
Annex CC (normative) Endurance of the individual switching device .................................... 29
Annex DD (informative) Examples of assemblies in accordance with [Link] .................... 33
Annex EE (informative) Verification of resistance to mechanical shock impacts
induced by sharp edged objects ............................................................................................ 34
Annex FF (informative) List of notes concerning certain countries ........................................ 35
Bibliography .......................................................................................................................... 37
Figure 701 – Diagram of test to verify the resistance to static load ........................................ 15
Figure 702 – Diagram of test to verify the mechanical strength of doors ................................ 16
Figure 703 – Sandbag for test to verify the resistance to shock load ..................................... 17
Figure 704 – Diagram of test to verify resistance to shock load ............................................. 18
Figure 705 – Diagram of test to verify resistance to torsional stress ...................................... 20
Figure CC.1 – Test circuit for endurance of the individual switching device test .................... 31
Figure CC.2 – Informative wave shape of inrush current for tests in accordance with
Annex CC ............................................................................................................................. 32
Figure DD.1 – Examples of assemblies according to [Link] ............................................. 33
Figure EE.1 – Striker element for test of resistance to mechanical shock impacts
induced by sharp-edged objects............................................................................................ 34
FOREWORD
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IEC 61439-7 has been prepared by subcommittee 121B: Low-voltage switchgear and
controlgear assemblies, of IEC technical committee 121: Switchgear and controlgear and their
assemblies for low voltage.
This second edition cancels and replaces the first edition published in 2018. It constitutes a
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This edition includes the following changes with respect to the previous technical specification:
Full information on the voting for its approval can be found in the report on voting indicated in
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The language used for the development of this International Standard is English.
This document is to be read in conjunction with IEC 61439-1:2020. The provisions of the general
rules dealt with in IEC 61439-1:2020 are applicable to this document where they are specifically
cited. When this document states "addition", "modification" or "replacement", the relevant text
in IEC 61439-1:2020 is to be adapted accordingly.
Subclauses that are numbered with a 701 (702, 703, etc.) suffix are additional to the same
subclause in IEC 61439-1:2020.
Tables and figures in this document that are new are numbered starting with 701.
The reader’s attention is drawn to the fact that Annex FF lists all of the "in-some-country"
clauses on differing practices of a less permanent nature relating to the subject of this document.
A list of all parts of the IEC 61439 series, under the general title Low-voltage switchgear and
controlgear assemblies, can be found on the IEC website.
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1 Scope
Replacement:
This part of IEC 61439 defines the specific requirements for assemblies for the following
applications: marinas, camping sites, market squares and electric vehicle charging stations as
follows:
• assemblies for which the rated voltage does not exceed 1 000 V AC or 1 500 V DC;
• assemblies intended for use in connection with the generation, transmission, distribution
and conversion of electric energy, and for the control of electric energy consuming
equipment;
• assemblies operated by ordinary persons (e.g. to plug and unplug of electrical equipment);
• assemblies intended to be installed and used in market squares, marinas, camping sites
and other similar sites accessible to the public including temporary installations;
• assemblies intended for charging stations for electric vehicles (AEVCS) for Mode 3 and
Mode 4. They are designed to integrate the functionality and additional requirements for
electric vehicle conductive charging systems according to IEC 61851-1:2017.
NOTE 1 Throughout this document, the terms AMHS (see 3.1.701), ACCS (see 3.1.702), AMPS (see 3.1.703),
AEVCS (see 3.1.704) are used for low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies intended for use respectively
in marinas and similar locations (AMHS), camping sites and similar locations (ACCS), market squares and other
similar external public sites (AMPS) and charging stations (AEVCS). The term assemblies is used for indicating all
these boards.
For the correct selection of the switching devices and components, the following standards
apply:
This document applies to all assemblies whether they are designed, manufactured and verified
on a one-off basis or fully standardised and manufactured in quantity.
The manufacturing and/or assembling can be carried out other than by the original manufacturer
(see 3.10.1 of IEC 61439-1:2020).
This document does not apply to individual devices and self-contained components such as
circuit breakers, fuse switches, electronic equipment, which comply with their relevant product
standards.
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NOTE 2 Where electrical equipment is directly connected to public low-voltage supply system and equipped with
an energy meter for billing of the legal provider of the low-voltage supply, additional particular requirements based
on national regulations apply, if any.
This document does not apply to boxes and enclosures for electrical accessories for household
and similar fixed electrical installations as defined in IEC 60670-24.
2 Normative references
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content
constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies.
For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any
amendments) applies.
Addition:
IEC 60068-2-27, Environmental testing – Part 2-27: Tests – Test Ea and guidance: Shock
IEC 60068-2-75, Environmental testing – Part 2-75: Tests – Test Eh: Hammer tests
IEC 61439-1:2020, Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies – Part 1: General rules
IEC 62262:2002, Degrees of protection provided by enclosures for electrical equipment against
external mechanical impacts (IK code)
IEC 62262:2002/AMD1:2021
For the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions given in IEC 61439-1:2020 and
the following apply.
ISO and IEC maintain terminological databases for use in standardization at the following
addresses:
Additional terms:
3.1.701
low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assembly for marinas and harbour sites
AMHS
combination of one or more transforming or switching devices together with associated control,
measuring, signaling, protective and regulating equipment, with all their internal electrical and
mechanical interconnections and structural parts, designed and built for use in all marinas,
harbors and similar sites
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3.1.702
low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assembly for camping and caravan sites
ACCS
combination of one or more transforming or switching devices together with associated control,
measuring, signaling, protective and regulating equipment, with all their internal electrical and
mechanical interconnections and structural parts, designed and built for use in all camping,
caravan and similar sites
3.1.703
low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assembly for markets and other outdoor public
sites
AMPS
combination of one or more transforming or switching devices together with associated control,
measuring, signaling, protective and regulating equipment, with all their internal electrical and
mechanical interconnections and structural parts, designed and built for use in all market
squares and other similar outdoor public sites
3.1.704
low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assembly for electric vehicles charging stations
AEVCS
combination of one or more transforming or switching devices together with associated control,
measuring, signaling, protective and regulating equipment, with all their internal electrical and
mechanical interconnections and structural parts, designed and built for electric vehicle
charging stations
Modification:
3.3.1
open-type assembly
This term of IEC 61439-1:2020 does not apply.
3.3.2
dead-front assembly
This term of IEC 61439-1:2020 does not apply.
3.5.3
stationary assembly
Additional terms and definitions:
[Link]
ground and floor mounted assembly
stationary assembly permanently connected to the supply with a part embedded in the ground
or intended to be fixed directly on the floor or a base
[Link]
wall-mounted assembly
stationary assembly intended to be fixed directly on the wall while being permanently fixed to
the supply
3.5.4
movable assembly
This term of IEC 61439-1:2020 does not apply.
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3.5.701
permanently connected assembly
assembly that can only be connected to, or disconnected from, the AC or DC supply network
by the use of a tool
Note 1 to entry: This assembly corresponds to the definition of permanently connected EV supply equipment
provided in 3.6.9 of IEC 61851-1:2017.
3.5.702
transportable assembly
assembly intended for use in a place where it is not permanently fixed
Note 1 to entry: When the equipment is to be moved to another place, it is first disconnected from the supply
network.
3.5.703
mobile assembly
assembly which is capable to be moved while in operation or which can easily be moved from
one place to another while connected to the supply network
3.5.704
assembly for locations with restricted access
assembly accessible to all persons who are authorized to have access to the location (e.g.
equipment located in private housing, private parking areas or similar places)
Note 1 to entry: This assembly corresponds to the definition of equipment for locations with restricted access
provided in 3.6.3 of IEC 61851-1:2017.
3.5.705
assembly for locations with non-restricted access
assembly accessible for all persons, e.g. the access is given in a public area
Note 1 to entry: This assembly corresponds to the definition of equipment for locations with non-restricted access
provided in 3.6.4 of IEC 61851-1:2017.
3.5.706
water and other fluids system
part of the assembly which contains water tubes, valves, joins and taps as service to connected
user
EXAMPLE Possible other fluids are compressed air, natural gasses, drinkable water and wastewater.
3.5.707
base
additional part of the arrangement used to support the assembly in any case of mounting
intended to accommodate only cables
3.5.708
fixing mean
accessory intended to fix the base or the assembly to the ground, to the floor or to the wall etc.
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Addition:
Symbol/
Term Subclause
Abbreviation
AMHS low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assembly for marinas and harbour sites 3.1.701
ACCS low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assembly for camping and caravan sites 3.1.702
low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assembly for markets and other outdoor
AMPS 3.1.703
public sites
AEVCS low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assembly for electric vehicles charging station 3.1.704
5 Interface characteristics
5.1 General
Replacement:
The characteristics of the assembly shall ensure compatibility with the ratings of the circuits to
which it is connected and the installation conditions and shall be declared by the assembly
manufacturer using the criteria identified in 5.2 to 5.6, 5.701 and 5.702.
The specification schedule detailed in the informative Annex AA is intended to help the user
and the assembly manufacturer to meet this objective, whether the user:
• selects catalogue products, the characteristics of which meet their needs, and the
requirements of this document; and/or,
• makes a specific agreement with the manufacturer.
Addition:
In the absence of an agreement between the assembly manufacturer and the user concerning
the actual load currents, the assumed loading of the outgoing circuits of AMHS, ACCS, AMPS
assembly or group of outgoing circuits can be based on the values in Table 701.
The assumed load current is the rated current of the protective device I n as required by the
user, multiplied with the loading factor of Table 701.
Table 701 does not apply for AEVCS. For AECVS it is assumed that all circuits can be loaded
continuously and simultaneously. Therefore, the assumed loading factor of the outgoing circuits
shall be taken as equal to 1 and can be reduced if a load control is available.
NOTE Values in Table 701 represent minimum values which are reached or exceeded in tests.
Additional item:
q) locations with restricted access or non-restricted access (see 3.5.704 and 3.5.705).
Additional subclauses:
5.702 According to the mechanical resistance for stationary assembly (see Table 702)
6 Information
Replacement:
The assembly manufacturer shall provide each assembly with one or more labels, marked in a
durable manner and located in a place such that they are visible and legible when the assembly
is installed.
Compliance is checked according to the test of 10.2.7 of IEC 61439-1:2020 and by inspection.
The following information regarding the assembly shall be provided on the label(s):
i) the weight, for transportable and mobile assemblies (see 3.5.702 and 3.5.703), where it
exceeds 30 kg.
Addition:
The following additional information, where applicable, shall be provided in the assembly
manufacturer’s technical documentation supplied with the assembly:
7 Service conditions
8 Constructional requirements
The minimum mechanical resistance for assemblies for locations with restricted access is the
basic resistance (5.702.1).
Medium or high resistance (5.702.2 and 5.702.3) can be also required by the national
installation rules.
The minimum mechanical resistance for ground and floor mounting assemblies for locations
with non-restricted access is the high resistance (5.702.3).
The minimum mechanical resistance for wall mounting assemblies for locations with non-
restricted access is the high resistance (5.702.3).
In case of wall mounting assemblies for locations with non-restricted access intended to be
installed at a height where the bottom edge of the assemblies is more or equal to 0,9 m from
the ground or floor, the mechanical resistance can be decreased to medium resistance (5.702.2).
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For the relevant tests and severities criteria’s, see Table 702.
8.2.2 Protection against contact with live parts, ingress of solid foreign bodies and water
(IP code)
After installation in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, the degree of protection of
an indoor assembly shall be at least IP41 and of an outdoor assembly at least IP44, in
accordance with IEC 60529:1989, IEC 60529:1989/AMD1:1999 and
IEC 60529:1989/AMD2:2013.
The degree of protection shall be ensured also when the supply cables are plugged into the
assembly.
In case of specific and more severe conditions, a higher IP degree could be required according
to the installation requirements.
The assembly shall include protective measures and be suitable for installations designed to
be in accordance with IEC 60364-4-41:2005 and IEC 60364-4-41:2005/AMD1:2017 as well as
the applicable wiring standards.
NOTE 1 The applicable wiring standards are IEC 60364-7-709:2007 and IEC 60364-7-709:2007/AMD1:2012
(AMHS) or IEC 60364-7-708:2017 (ACCS) or IEC 60364-7-740:2000 (AMPS) or IEC 60364-7-722:2018 (AEVCS).
Addition:
The need for overvoltage protection (SPDs) to prevent possible damage to the installation
should be considered.
8.5.6 Barriers
Additional subclauses:
In case of mobile assemblies, handles (or any other equivalent system) shall be provided on
the assembly and be firmly attached to the enclosure or supporting framework.
The assembly in a common enclosure with water and other fluids shall be designed according
to the requirements of this document for outdoor installation.
The compartment containing the fluid system shall be separated in such a way that an improper
fluid ingress is prevented.
NOTE In the case that the fluid system could lead to a risk of explosion, additional requirements can be applicable.
For details, see IEC 60364-5-52:2009, Chapter 528.
Provisions for the using of other fluids could be subject to an agreement between the
manufacturer and users.
As other services (e.g. telecommunication, internet) can be installed in the same enclosure, the
assembly shall enable segregation between power circuits and this other services.
9 Performance requirements
Additional subclause:
In AEVCS intended for AC, if not already tested against this requirement, the individual
switching device shall withstand an inrush current of an electric vehicle as defined in Annex CC.
NOTE 1 The requirement for the inrush current of an electric vehicle is based on ISO 17409.
NOTE 2 The requirements for the AEVCS intended for DC are described in IEC 61851-23.
10 Design verification
Clause 10 of IEC 61439-1:2020 is applicable except as follows. See also Annex BB.
Additional subclauses:
[Link] General
The tests shall be carried out at an ambient temperature of between +10 °C and +40 °C.
With the exception of the test of [Link], a new sample assembly can be used for each of
the independent tests. If the same sample assembly is used for more than one test of 10.2.701,
the compliance check for the second numeral of the degree of protection (IP code) shall only
be applied when the tests on that sample have been completed.
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When the base and the fixing means are not provided by the original manufacturer of the
assembly, the original manufacturer shall provide all instructions useful to set this assembly in
the safest way (see 6.2.2 of IEC 61439-1:2020).
All tests shall be carried out with the assembly mounted and installed as for normal use
according to the original manufacturer's instructions.
With the exception of the test of [Link], the door(s) of the assembly, if applicable, shall be
locked at the beginning of the test and remain locked for the duration of the test.
With the exception of the test of [Link] and [Link], those tests do not apply to wall-
mounted surface type assemblies (see 3.3.9 of IEC 61439-1:2020) and to wall-mounted
recessed type assemblies (see 3.3.10 of IEC 61439-1:2020).
The following tests shall be carried out in accordance with the Table 702.
Mechanical impacts shall be carried out in accordance with IEC 62262:2002 and
IEC 62262:2002/AMD1:2021.
Bases as defined in 3.5.707 shall not be subjected to any mechanical tests present in this
document.
Blows shall not be applied on components mounted on or in the surface of the enclosure and
already tested in accordance with their own standard, e.g. socket outlets, push-buttons,
displays.
After the test, the specimens shall show no damage leading to non-compliance with the
document.
Damage to the finish, small dents and small chips which do not adversely affect the protection
against electric shock or harmful ingress of water should be disregarded.
Cracks passing through the material not visible with normal or corrected vision without
magnification, surface cracks in fiber-reinforced moldings and small indentations are
disregarded.
After the test, inspection shall verify that the specified IP code and dielectric properties have
been maintained and removable covers can still be removed and reinstalled, doors opened and
closed.
The following tests shall be carried out on assemblies classified as [Link] (ground- and floor-
mounted) intended to be installed in non-restricted access areas and restricted access areas
classified as 5.702.2 (medium resistance) or 5.702.3 (high resistance).
shall be applied for 5 min to the roof of the enclosure (see Figure 701). To distribute the force
transmission on an uneven roof, a sandbag or similar device can be used.
Test 2: a force F 1 :
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shall be applied for 5 min in turn to the two roof edges having the longest length (see Figure 701)
except where the enclosure height exceeds 1,80 m above ground level, in which case the force
shall be applied to the front and rear sides of the enclosure located at 1,80 m above ground
level.
Where the shape of the roof is not rectangular, the two applications shall be as close as practical
to 180° of angular displacement from each other.
The force shall be transmitted over an area of not less than 100 mm × 100 mm and not
exceeding 120 mm × 120 mm.
The load/force should be applied smoothly without jerks within 30 s. The verification of the test
starts when the load/force has settled.
Compliance is checked by verification after the test that the minimum degree of protection is in
accordance with 8.2.2, and the operation of the door(s) and locking points are not impaired and
by verification that the electrical clearances have remained satisfactory for the duration of the
tests and in the case of an assembly having a metallic enclosure, that no contact between live
parts and the enclosure has occurred caused by permanent or temporary distortion.
The test applies to all types of assemblies having a door(s) hinged on a vertical edge of the
enclosure.
This test does not apply for doors inside the enclosure and for hinged lids inside the enclosure.
The tests shall be carried out with the door(s) fully open and in contact with the designed
restraint (see Figure 702). A load of 50 N shall be applied at the top edge of the door
perpendicular to the plane of the door(s) and at a distance of maximum 300 mm from the hinged
edge and maintained for 3 s. The test is not applicable if the doors are less than 300 mm wide.
Unless the door(s) are designed to be unhinged without the use of a tool for maintenance or
operational use, the test shall then be repeated with the force F 2 increased to
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Compliance is checked by verification that the door(s) have not become unhinged and the
operation of the door(s), hinges and locking points are not impaired by the application of a force
of 50 N. In addition, by verification that the degree of protection remains in accordance with
8.2.2 after the door(s) have been closed following tests. If the door(s) become unhinged during
the F 2 test, this is not regarded as a failure if it is possible to reinstall the same door(s) without
the use of a tool.
NOTE Small cracks, created by air bubbles that were visible before the test, but not affected by the application of
the axial load, are ignored.
Dimensions in millimetres
The following tests shall be carried out on ground and floor-mounted assemblies intended to be
installed in non-restricted access areas. A bag in accordance with Figure 703 containing dry
sand and having a total mass of 15 kg shall be hung from an overhead support vertically above
the surface under test.
Dimensions in millimetres
Figure 703 – Sandbag for test to verify the resistance to shock load
Each test shall consist of one blow aimed at the upper part of each at least three of the vertical
surfaces of the assembly at 0,5 m above ground level which are visible when the assembly is
installed as for normal use according to the original manufacturer's instructions.
If the enclosure is of cylindrical form, the test consists of three blows positioned with an angular
displacement of 120°.
A test shall consist of raising the lifting eye through a height of 1 m and allowing the sandbag
to fall through a vertical arc to impact the approximate centre of the upper part of the surface
below the roof of the assembly under test (see Figures 704a and 704b).
Compliance is checked by verification that, after the test, the degree of protection is maintained
in accordance with 8.2.2 and that the operation of the door(s) and locking points are not
impaired and by verification that the electrical clearances have remained satisfactory for the
duration of the tests and, in the case of an assembly having a metallic enclosure, that no contact
between live parts and the enclosure has occurred caused by permanent or temporary distortion.
In the case of an assembly having an insulating enclosure, if the appropriate conditions are
satisfied, then damage such as small dents or small degrees of surface cracking or flaking are
disregarded, provided that there are no associated cracks detrimental to the service ability of
the assembly.
Dimensions in millimetres
Dimensions in millimetres
The following tests shall be carried out on all types of ground-mounted stationary assemblies
intended to be installed in non-restricted access areas.
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The test is carried out using a horizontally rotatable frame constructed from
60 mm × 60 mm × 5 mm angle iron, having vertical locations 100 mm long at the frame arm’s
extremities. The assembly under test is rigidly fixed at its base and the frame closely fitted over
it, so that the end locations of the frame arm are in contact with the roof and sides of the
assembly.
The ASSEMBLY , with the door(s) closed shall have a torsional force of 2 × 1 000 N applied for
30 s as shown in Figures 705a and 705b or an equivalent test arrangement.
Compliance is checked by verifying that the doors(s) remain closed for the duration of the test
and by verification after the test that the degree of protection is maintained in accordance with
8.2.2.
NOTE If the angle iron cannot apply the force to the assembly for constructional reasons, small contact surface or
flexible material, the test can be omitted if the test is repeated once more with the same result.
Mobile and transportable assemblies shall be subjected to a single pulse half-sine wave, the
shock test having a severity of 500 m/s 2 (50 g) peak acceleration and a duration of 11 ms.
The assembly in working order shall be tested in accordance with IEC 60068-2-27. Subject to
agreement between manufacturer and user, the test can be carried out at separate sections of
the assembly.
After the test, the enclosure shall continue to provide the degrees of protection specified in
8.2.2, any distortions or deformations of the enclosure and components shall neither be
detrimental to the proper functioning of the assembly nor decrease creepage distances and
clearances below the required values; actuators, handles, etc., shall still be operable.
Distortion or deformation of plastic parts that can return in correct position by simple action
(such as opening and reclosing of the cover) are not considered to be detrimental to the proper
functioning of the assembly.
Superficial damage, paint removal, small indentations, cracks not visible with normal or
corrected vision without further magnification, or surface cracks shall not constitute failure of
the test.
10.10.1 General
Modification:
Item c) of this subclause of IEC 61439-1:2020 does not apply for AEVCS.
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11 Routine verification
Name of the test Subclause Sub test Basic resistance Medium resistance High resistance Test of assemblies
(5.702.1) (5.702.2) (5.702.3)
Resistance to mechanical
[Link] IK07 IK08 IK10 All type of assemblies
impact (IK)
Test 1:
"Evenly 4 500 N/m 2 shall be 8 500 N/m 2 shall be Ground and floor
No
distributed load applied for 5 min applied for 5 min mounted assembly
Resistance to static load [Link] test"
Test 2:
600 N applied for 5 min 1 200 N applied for Ground and floor
"Lateral force No
in turn 5 min in turn mounted assembly
test"
Mechanical strength of A load of 50 N + load A load of 50 N +
[Link] No All type of assembly
doors increased to 250 N load increased to 450 N
Ground and floor
Resistance to shock load [Link] No No Total mass of 15 kg
mounted assembly
Resistance to torsional 2 × 1 000 N Ground and floor
[Link] No No
stress applied for 30 s mounted assembly
Shock test [Link] Mobile and transportable assemblies
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NOTE 1 Depending on the applications, assemblies classified as medium resistance (5.702.2) can be used to increase the degree of safety in comparison with the basic resistance
(5.702.1).
NOTE 2 Where additional mechanical protection can be applicable, see Annex EE.
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Annexes
Annex AA
(informative)
Table AA.1 is intended as a template for the identification of items necessary for the assembly
manufacturer which is to be provided by the user.
Annex BB
(informative)
Design verification
Annex CC
(normative)
CC.1 General
Endurance tests are made at the rate of four operating cycles per minute, if the conditioning of
the individual switching device does not allow this, the test shall be made at the shortest
possible time, given by the manufacturer.
Switching of S2 shall not be synchronized with the phase angle of the supply. The ON period
shall have a duration of 1,9 s to 2,1 s.
The individual switching device (e.g. contactors or relay) is subjected to a total number of
10 000 operating cycles, each operating cycle consisting of a closing operation followed by an
opening operation.
• The resulting test current has a peak of maximum 230 A and corresponds to the Event 1 of
ISO 17409:2020, 8.2.2.
• This peak value decays to 30 A RMS. This (sinusoidal) current remains up to 1 s and
corresponds to the Event 2 of ISO 17409:2020, 8.2.2.
• 2 500 operations are carried out by closing S4 and S3, applying the supply voltage to the
individual switching device by closing S1, closing S2, and opening S4 1 s ± 100 ms after
closing of the main circuit by the individual switching device.
• 2 s ± 100 ms after closing of the main circuit by the individual switching device, the opening
operation is initiated by opening S2. After that, the new operation cycle is started. After
1 000 operations have been carried out, S1 shall be opened.
The remaining operating cycles between the required 10 000 operating cycles and the operating
cycles are done by closing S4 and S3, applying the supply voltage to the individual switching
device by closing S1, and closing S2.
1 s ± 100 ms after closing of the main circuit by the individual switching device, the switches
S4 and S3 shall be opened. 2 s ± 100 ms after closing of the main circuit by the individual
switching device, the opening operation is initiated by opening S2. After that, the new operation
cycle is started. After the full 10 000 operations have been carried out, S1 shall be opened.
Following the tests of Clause CC.2 and Clause CC.3, the individual switching device shall not
show during inspection
• undue wear;
• damage of the enclosure permitting access to live parts by the 1,0 mm standard test wire;
• loosening of electrical or mechanical connections;
• seepage of the sealing compound, if any.
The individual switching device shall then satisfactorily perform the dielectric strength test
specified in the relevant product standard, but at a voltage equal to 900 V for 1 min and without
previous humidity treatment.
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Key
R2 resistor
R3 resistor
Figure CC.1 – Test circuit for endurance of the individual switching device test
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Annex DD
(informative)
Annex EE
(informative)
If agreed between the manufacturer and user, the following tests shall be carried out on all
ground-mounted stationary assemblies intended to be installed outdoors.
The test shall be carried out using an impact apparatus as described in IEC 60068-2-75 but
having at the end a steel striker element profiled as shown in Figure EE.1.
Dimensions in millimetres
The striker element shall be raised through a height of 0,4 m and allowed to drop and impact
the surface of the assembly under test, thus providing an impact energy of 20 J.
Each test shall consist of one blow aimed at the center of at least three of the vertical surfaces
of the assembly which are visible when the assembly is installed as for normal use in
accordance with the original manufacturer's instructions.
Blows shall not be applied on components mounted on or in the surface of the enclosure, e.g.
socket outlets, push-buttons, displays.
If the enclosure is of a cylindrical form, the test consists of three blows positioned with an
angular displacement of 120°.
Test 1 shall be carried out at an ambient air temperature between +10 °C and +40 °C after the
assembly has been kept within these temperatures for not less than 12 h.
Test 2 shall be carried out at an ambient air temperature between +10 °C and +40 °C
immediately after the assembly has been kept at a temperature of −25 −05 °C for a period of not
less than 12 h.
Compliance is checked by inspection that cracks resulting from the blows are contained within
a circle of diameter not exceeding 15 mm. After the test, inspection shall verify that a minimum
degree of protection of IP XXB is maintained.
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Annex FF
(informative)
NOTE 2 In the case of a product type pole/pipe/column, a force of 8 500 N/m 2 , with a minimum
value of 800 N and a maximum of 1 200 N, shall be applied for 5 min in turn to the front and back
upper edges of the roof of the enclosure (see Figure 701). Separate enclosures can be used for
each of the forces. Compliance is checked by verification after the test that a minimum degree of
protection of IPXXB is maintained. SE.
[Link] After the test, a visual inspection should be done to confirm that no damage that will impair the
electrical safety has occurred. The degrees of protection shall be at least IP XXB. SE.
[Link] After the test, a visual inspection should be done to confirm that no damage that will impair the
electrical safety has occurred. The degrees of protection shall be at least IP XXB. SE.
[Link] After the test, a visual inspection should be done to confirm that no damage that will impair the
electrical safety has occurred. The degrees of protection shall be at least IP XXB. SE.
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Clause/
Text
Subclause
Table 702 Add the following notes at the end of the table:
NOTE 3 Regarding the values for the test of resistance to static load, see [Link], Note 2.
SE.
NOTE 4 In some countries, the assembly’s allowed prospective short-circuit current up to 10 kA
refers to requirements according to basic and medium resistances. The assembly’s allowed
prospective short-circuit current up to 50 kA refers to requirements according to high resistance
level. Other requirements can be subject to an agreement between manufacturers and users. SE.
NOTE 5 Regarding the test of resistance to shock load, in some countries, products type
pole/pipe/column shall be checked by verification after the test that a minimum degree of
protection of IP XXB is maintained. SE.
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devices and other power dissipating electrical equipment
IEC 61439-3, Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies – Part 3: Distribution boards
intended to be operated by ordinary persons (DBO)
IEC 61851-1:2017, Electric vehicle conductive charging system – Part 1: General requirements
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charging station
ISO 17409:2020, Electrically propelled road vehicles – Conductive power transfer – Safety
requirements
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Considerations
CSA standard C22.2 No. 94.2, Enclosures for electrical equipment, environmental
considerations
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NORMA TECNICA CEI EN IEC 61439-7
La presente Norma è stata compilata dal Comitato Elettrotecnico Italiano e beneficia del riconoscimento di cui
alla legge 1° Marzo 1968, n. 186.
Editore CEI, Comitato Elettrotecnico Italiano, Milano vP-wyV
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