What is BS EN 60317-31 – Types of copper winding wires about ?
BS EN 60317-31 of IEC 60317 belongs to a series of European standards that covers types of copper winding wires, enabling classification, operability and performance in electrical applications.
BS EN 60317-31 is the 31st part of multi-series standard that specifies the general requirements of glass-fibre wound resin or varnish impregnated, bare or enamelled, rectangular copper winding wires, temperature index 180.
BS EN 60317-31 covers the range of nominal conductor dimensions:
- Width: min. 2.0 mm max. 16.0 mm
- Thickness: min. 0.80 mm max. 5.60 mm
NOTE: For this type of wire, the heat shock test is inappropriate and therefore a heat shock temperature cannot be established. Consequently, a class based on the temperature index and heat shock temperature requirements cannot be specified.
Who is BS EN 60317-31 - Types of copper winding wires for ?
BS EN 60317-31 on types of copper winding wires applies to:
- Manufacturers and suppliers of copper wires
- Dealers and importers of copper wires
- Manufacturers of applications that require electrical transference
- Electrical engineers
- Safety assurance services
Why should you use BS EN 60317-31 - Types of copper winding wires ?
Copper is used as an electrical conductor in many types of wiring. Copper wire is used in a variety of applications, including power generation, transmission, and distribution for telecommunications, electronics circuitry, and a variety of other electrical equipment. Glass fibre wound, resin or varnish impregnated, bare or enamelled rectangular are types of copper winding wires depending on the insulation treatment and application.
BS EN 60317-31 provides users guidance on dimensions, electrical resistance, elongation, springiness, flexibility and adherence, enabling users to standardize the physical properties of copper wire windings.
BS EN 60317-31 also provides users guidance on the heat shock, cut-through, resistance to abrasion and solvents, breakdown voltage, continuity of insulation and temperature index, enabling users to develop safety protocols to ensure safety and operability of copper wire windings.
With adherence to BS EN 60317-31, users can develop and assess different types of copper winding wires, enabling them to enhance the electrical conductivity, safety and longevity in electrical applications.
What’s changed since the last update?
BS EN 60317-31:2016 supersedes BS EN 60317-31:1997 which is withdrawn.
Changes in BS EN 60317-31:2016 include :
- New 3.2.2 containing general notes on winding wire, formerly part of the scope
- Introduction of glass fibre coverings over grade 1 enamelled conductor in 3.2.2
- Revision to references to IEC 60317-0-4 to make clear that their application is normative
