What is PD IEC TR 62246‑3‒ Reliability data for reed switches about?
PD IEC TR 62246‑3 is the third part of an international multi-series standard that covers specifications for good quality reed switches.
PD IEC TR 62246‑3 provides basic technical background and experience about reliability data for reed switch-devices applied to machinery systems as well as E/E/PE safety-related control systems during the life cycle phases in general and industrial safety applications.
PD IEC TR 62246‑3 selects typical safety applications from group safety standards and includes national safety standards and regulations accordingly. It shows major reliability aspects for a proper design according to the standards.
Note: PD IEC TR 62246‑3 does not cover all details of an individual design. The responsibility for the verification of system design remains with the system integrator/manufacturer.
Who is PD IEC TR 62246‑3‒ Reliability data for reed switches for?
PD IEC TR 62246‑3 on reliability data for reed switches is useful for:
- Manufacturers and suppliers of reed switches
- Dealers and distributors of reed switches
- Designers and developers of reed switches
- Test/ service providers for reed switches
Why should you use PD IEC TR 62246‑3‒ Reliability data for reed switches?
A reed switch is a switch operated electrically by an applied magnetic field, which makes it an electromagnetic switch that controls the electric current flow in a circuit.
PD IEC TR 62246‑3 provides you with reliability data for reed switch-devices applied to the machinery systems and also E/E/PE systems. It helps you select the typical safety applications for reed switch devices according to the requirements from the global group safety standards.
PD IEC TR 62246‑3 helps you select references, terms, and definitions for machinery systems, E/E/PE systems, and reed switch devices. It highlights the lifecycle activities, safety integrity, performance level, failures, and safety measures for the reed switch devices ensuring the safety of the reed switches. The users of PD IEC TR 62246‑3 understand a way to share the responsibility on the components in the life cycle phases of the reed switches.
