What is BS EN IEC 61058‑2‑5 about?
BS EN IEC 61058‑2‑5 applies to change-over selectors (mechanical or electronic) for appliances actuated by hand, foot or by other human activity, to operate or control electrical appliances and other equipment for household or similar purposes with a rated voltage not exceeding 480 V and a rated current not exceeding 63 A.
BS EN IEC 61058‑2‑5 covers the indirect actuation of the switch when the operation of the actuating member or sensing unit is provided by a remote control or a part of an appliance or equipment such as door.
BS EN IEC 61058‑2‑5 applies to change-over selectors intended to be incorporated in, on, or with an appliance and also to change-over selectors incorporating electronic devices.
Note : Change-over selectors which incorporate additional controls functions governed by the switch function are within the scope of BS EN IEC 61058‑2‑5.
Who is BS EN IEC 61058‑2‑5 for?
BS EN IEC 61058‑2‑5 on change-over selectors is applicable on:
- Manufacturers and suppliers of change-over switches for appliances
- Retailers and dealers of various change-over switches
- Electronic/mechanical appliance manufacturers
Why should you use BS EN IEC 61058‑2‑5?
A change-over switch selector is designed to transfer electricity from commercial grid to a local generator in case of breakdown. Change-over switch also referred as transfer switch, as they provide interconnection directly to the generator, commercial power supply or line, and residential area.
BS EN IEC 61058‑2‑5 provides you technical specifications for change-over selector, that are designed to carry, but not to make or break current, and are used for changing the connections of one or more electric circuits. This helps you design and manufacture high-quality changeover switches that are safe and efficient.
BS EN IEC 61058‑2‑5 gives you measures and guidelines for protection against electric shock as well as includes provisions for earthing, that ensures the safety of the user from short circuit, overload of electric current and also prevents switches and appliances from damage.
Thus, as a buyer of BS EN IEC 61058-2-5, you will be able to bring together a standardized system of delivering efficient, safe and reliable appliances, especially those that produce large amounts of heat or require higher power. Designing and manufacturing change-over selectors as per BS EN IEC 61058-2-5, can minimize risk of hazards such as severe burns and explosions, which could prevent casualties and any destruction of property. As a business, you can be rest assured of the delivery of appliances with consistent and best practices of quality and safety in the industry.
What’s changed since the last update?
BS EN IEC 61058‑2‑5:2021 supersedes BS EN IEC 61058‑2‑5:2011, which will be withdrawn on 5 February 2024. BS EN IEC 61058‑2‑5:2021 includes the following changes:
- Updated references due to new structure of IEC 61058-1
- Changes on conducting the heating test due to the corresponding changes in IEC 61058-1
