1 Scope

IEC 62841‑1:2014, Clause 1 is applicable, except as follows:

Replacement of the third paragraph:

The rated voltage is not more than 250 V for single-phase a.c. or d.c. tools, and 480 V for three-phase a.c. tools.

Addition:

This document applies to hand-held cut-off machines fitted with

• one bonded reinforced wheel of Type 41 or Type 42; or

• one or more diamond cutting wheels with peripheral gaps, if any,

  • having no positive rake angle; and

  • not exceeding 10 mm for cut-off machines other than flush cutters, power cutters and wall chasers;

and with

• a rated no-load speed not exceeding a peripheral speed of the wheel of 100 m/s at rated capacity; and

• a rated capacity not exceeding 430 mm.

These tools are intended to cut materials such as metals, concrete, masonry, glass and tile.

This document does not apply to:

• cut-off machines that can be converted to a grinder, sander or polisher, which are covered by IEC 62841‑2‑3;

• circular saws which are covered by IEC 62841‑2‑5; and

• die grinders and small rotary tools which are covered by IEC 62841‑2‑23;

• tools intended to cut wood, except for utility cutters;

• cut-off machines fitted with a bonded reinforced wheel of Type 42 with a diameter exceeding 230 mm.