BS EN 60437 is a British standard that provides guidelines on radio interference tests on high-voltage insulators.
BS EN 60437 guidelines specify the procedure for a radio interference (RI) test carried out in a laboratory on clean and dry insulators at a frequency of 0,5 MHz or 1 MHz or, alternatively, at other frequencies between 0,5 MHz and 2 MHz.
In service the RI characteristics of an insulator may be modified by the ambient conditions, particularly rainfall and other moisture, and by pollution. It is not considered feasible to specify reproducible test conditions to simulate a range of ambient conditions. Hence only tests on clean and dry insulators are specified in BS EN 60437.
BS EN 60437 on radio interference test on high-voltage insulators is useful for:
The safety of electronic appliances during manufacturing is important. Standardization in the process of pressure-sensitive adhesive tapes component ensures better safety. BS EN 60437 incorporates the experience and recommends procedures for a radio interference test on high-voltage insulators.
BS EN 60437 provides guidelines to manufacturers on how to use radio interference test on high-voltage insulators for adequate performance in that application.
When these radio interference test on high-voltage insulators are handled according to the standards provided in BS EN 60437, it ensures smooth workflow and safety.
IEC 60437:1997