BS EN IEC 60799:2021

What is BS EN IEC 60799 about?

BS EN IEC 60799 specifies requirements for cord sets and interconnection cord sets for households and similar general-purpose equipment.

BS EN IEC 60799 does not apply to cord sets for industrial purposes nor to cord extension sets.

Note: Although electrical supply flexes provided with rewirable plugs and connectors are not cord sets in as defined by BS EN IEC 60799, but may be considered as being similar to cord sets and serving the same purpose, the requirements as specified in this document are also applicable to such assemblies as well as far as it is practical to do so.

Who is BS EN IEC 60799 for?

BS EN IEC 60799 on electrical accessories is relevant to:

• Manufacturers of electrical accessories
• Manufacturers of cord sets and interconnection cord sets
• Electrical engineers
• Product designers

Why should you use BS EN IEC 60799?

BS EN IEC 60799 secifies the essential constructional, safety and performance requirements for safe cord sets.