BS EN IEC 60335-2-76:2021+A11:2021

What is BS EN IEC 60335-2-76 – Safety requirements for electric fence energizers about?  

BS EN IEC 60335-2-76 is an international standard that discusses household and similar electrical appliances. It is a product family standard dealing with the safety of appliances. 

BS EN IEC 60335-2-76 deals with the safety of electric fence energizers, the rated voltage of which is not more than 250 V and by means of which fence wires in agricultural, domestic or feral animal control fences and security fences may be electrified or monitored. 

BS EN IEC 60335-2-76 does not apply to: 

• Eectromagnetically coupled animal trainer collars 
• Appliances intended to be used in locations where special conditions prevail, such as the presence of a corrosive or explosive atmosphere (dust, vapour or gas) 
• Separate battery chargers (IEC 60335-2-29) 
• Electric fishing machines (IEC 60335-2-86) 
• Electric animal-stunning equipment (IEC 60335-2-87)
• Appliances for medical purposes (IEC 60601) 

Who is BS EN IEC 60335-2-76 – Safety requirements for electric fence energizers for? 

BS EN IEC 60335-2-76 on the safety requirements for electric fence energizers is useful for: 

• Manufacturers of household appliances 
• Manufacturers of electric fence energizers
• Anyone involved in the commissioning of microwave ovens 
• Product design engineers 
• Quality control and inspection authorities 
• Installers 
• Regulatory bodies
• National authorities 

Why should you use BS EN IEC 60335-2-76 – Safety requirements for electric fence energizers? 

BS EN IEC 60335-2-76 recognizes the internationally accepted level of protection against hazards such as electrical, mechanical, thermal, fire and radiation of appliances when operated as in normal use taking into account the manufacturer's instructions.  

BS EN IEC 60335-2-76  also covers abnormal situations that can be expected in practice and takes into account the way in which electromagnetic phenomena can affect the safe operation of appliances. 

BS EN IEC 60335-2-76 takes into account the requirements of IEC 60364 as far as possible so that there is compatibility with the wiring rules when the appliance is connected to the supply mains. 

BS EN IEC 60335-2-76 provides best industry guidance on ensuring adequate protection against access to live parts, moisture resistance, prevention of radiation, toxicity and hazards, along with tests to demonstrate the performance of electric fence energizers and its components. 

Thus, BS EN IEC 60335-2-76 ensures the electric fence energizers are safe and reliable for use, ultimately minimizing risks arising from abnormal operation.