BS EN 61439-6:2012

What is BS EN 61439-6 - Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies about?  

BS EN 61439-6 is a part of the IEC 61439 series that lays down the definitions and states the service conditions, construction requirements, technical characteristics, and verification requirements for low voltage BTS as follows: 

• BTS for which the rated voltage does not exceed 1 000 V in case of a.c. or 1 500 V in case of d.c. 
• BTS intended for use in connection with the generation, transmission, distribution and conversion of electric energy, and for the control of electric energy consuming equipment 
• BTS designed for use under special service conditions, for example in ships, in rail vehicles, and for domestic applications (operated by unskilled persons), provided that the relevant specific requirements are complied with 

• BTS designed for electrical equipment of machines. Supplementary requirements for BTS forming part of a machine are covered by the IEC 60204 series. 

BS EN 61439-6 applies to all BTS whether they are designed, manufactured, and verified on a one-off basis or fully standardized and manufactured in quantity.  

Note: BS EN 61439-6 does not apply to individual devices and self-contained components, such as motor starters, fuse switches, electronic equipment, etc. which will comply with the relevant product standard. 

Who is BS EN 61439-6 - Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies for? 

BS EN 61439-6 on Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies is useful for: 

• Electrical equipment manufacturers 
• The commercial sector 
• Industrial buildings like garages, workshops, logistics centre 
• Production plants 
• Distribution centres 
• Retail outlets 

Why should you use BS EN 61439-6 - Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies?  

Busbar Trunking System is an electric power distribution system that uses copper or aluminium busbar with appropriate enclosures and adequate protection to prevent the cables from being damaged by foreign objects. Bus bars lower system costs, promote system reliability, boost capacitance, and eliminate wiring errors. They also boost capacitance while lowering inductance. Furthermore, the physical structure of bus bars provides unique mechanical design benefits. 

BS EN 61439-6 provides you with symbols and abbreviations, interface characteristics, and constructional and performance requirements for smooth functionality. Using BS EN 61439-6 guidelines helps maintain a standardized level of performance, high quality, durability, and reliability for its users.