What is BS EN 60317-33 - Types of copper winding wires about ?
BS EN 60317-33 of IEC 60317 belongs to a series of standards that covers types of copper winding wires, enabling classification, operability and performance in electrical applications. BS EN 60317-33 is the 33rd part of multi-series that specifies the requirements of polyester glass fibre wound, impregnated, bare or enamelled rectangular copper winding wire, temperature index 200.
The range of nominal conductor dimensions by this BS EN 60317-33:
- Width: min. 2.0 mm max. 16.0 mm
- Thickness: min. 0.80 mm max. 5.60 mm
Who is BS EN 60317-33 - Types of copper winding wires for ?
BS EN 60317-33 on types of copper winding wires applies to:
- Manufacturers and suppliers of copper wires
- Dealers and importers of copper wires
- Electrical engineers
- Safety assurance services
Why should you use BS EN 60317-33 - 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 60317-33 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 60317-33 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 for safety, operability and prevention of hazards in copper wire winding applications.
The adoption of BS EN 60317-33 enables users to 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BS EN 60317-33:2016 supersedes BS EN 60317-33:1997 which is withdrawn. This edition includes the following significant technical changes with respect to the previous edition:
- 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
