Industrial Control and Systems General Requirements is NEMA Standards Publication ICS 1-2000, reaffirmed in 2005 and 2008. Published by the National Electrical Manufacturers Association, it consolidates general requirements for industrial control and systems equipment and supports uniform application across related product standards.
The publication covers referenced standards, definitions, classifications, equipment characteristics and ratings, product marking, installation and maintenance information, service and storage conditions, construction requirements, performance requirements, and design and production tests. Informative annexes address verified electrical spacings, impulse test circuits, clearance and creepage measurements, flowcharts, and electrical noise testing.
Application Scope: Use this standard as a general reference for manufacturers, system designers, installers, inspectors, and users involved in the selection, design, manufacture, testing, installation, and maintenance of industrial control and automation equipment.
