BS EN 62631-3-1 is an international standard on the evaluation of dielectric and resistive properties of solid insulating materials that enable the prevention of electrical failures in electrical applications.
BS EN 62631-3-1 covers a method of test for the determination of volume resistance and volume resistivity of electrical insulation materials by applying a DC voltage.
BS EN 62631-3-1 on dielectric and resistive properties is relevant to:
Insulating materials are used in general to electrically isolate components of an electrical system from each other and from the earth. Solid insulating material also provides mechanical support. For these purposes, it is generally desirable to have the insulation resistance as high as possible, consistent with acceptable mechanical, chemical, and heat resistance properties.
BS EN 62631-3-1 provides users with a test method for the determination of resistive properties such as volume resistance and volume resistivity. BS EN 62631-3-1 also provides users with a step-by-step procedure for the method, enabling users to do the method correctly.
BS EN 62631-3-1 provides guidance on significance, method of test, equipment, calibration, test specimen, procedures for specific materials, test procedure, test report, repeatability and reproducibility, facilitating the usability for application and assessment of insulation resistance in electrical applications.
Compliance with BS EN 62631-3-1 can assist you in selecting insulating materials that offer high insulation resistance leading to efficiency, durability, and performance in electrical applications application.
BS EN 62631-3-1:2016 supersedes BS 6233:1982, which is withdrawn. The following significant technical changes:
EN 62631-3-1:2016
IEC 62631-3-1:2016