IEC 61558-2-1:2021
(Main)Safety of transformers, reactors, power supply units and combinations thereof - Part 2-1: Particular requirements and tests for separating transformers and power supply units incorporating separating transformers for general applications
Safety of transformers, reactors, power supply units and combinations thereof - Part 2-1: Particular requirements and tests for separating transformers and power supply units incorporating separating transformers for general applications
IEC 61558-2-1:2021 deals with the safety of separating transformers for general applications and power supply units incorporating separating transformers for general applications. Transformers incorporating electronic circuits are also covered by this document.
This third edition cancels and replaces the second edition published in 2007. This edition constitutes a technical revision.
This edition includes the following significant technical changes with respect to the previous edition:
a) Adjustment of structure and references in accordance with IEC 61558-1:2017;
b) Description of constructions moved to IEC 61558-1:2017;
c) New symbol for power supply unit with linearly regulated output voltage.
It has the status of a group safety publication in accordance with IEC Guide 104.
This International Standard is to be used in conjunction with IEC 61558-1:2017.
Sécurité des transformateurs, bobines d'inductance, blocs d'alimentation et des combinaisons de ces éléments – Partie 2-1: Exigences particulières et essais pour les transformateurs d'isolement à enroulements séparés et les blocs d'alimentation incorporant des transformateurs d'isolement à enroulements séparés pour applications d'ordre général
IEC 61558-2-1:2021 La présente partie de l'IEC 61558 traite de la sécurité des transformateurs d'isolement à enroulements séparés pour applications d'ordre général et des blocs d'alimentation incorporant des transformateurs d'isolement à enroulements séparés pour applications d'ordre général. Les transformateurs incorporant des circuits électroniques sont également couverts par le présent document.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 20-Apr-2021
- Technical Committee
- TC 96 - Transformers and reactors
- Drafting Committee
- MT 1 - TC 96/MT 1
- Current Stage
- PPUB - Publication issued
- Start Date
- 21-Apr-2021
- Completion Date
- 14-May-2021
Relations
- Effective Date
- 09-Feb-2026
- Effective Date
- 05-Sep-2023
Overview
IEC 61558-2-1:2021 is an international standard published by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) that specifies safety requirements and testing procedures for separating transformers and power supply units incorporating separating transformers for general applications. This document is integral to ensuring electrical, thermal, and mechanical safety aspects in such devices, including those incorporating electronic circuits. The standard applies to stationary or portable, single-phase or polyphase, air-cooled (either natural or forced), independent or associated dry-type transformers, with windings that can be either encapsulated or non-encapsulated.
This third edition of IEC 61558-2-1 updates its structure and references to align with IEC 61558-1:2017 and introduces a new symbol for power supply units with linearly regulated output voltage. It is recognized as a group safety publication under IEC Guide 104, making it a critical resource for manufacturers, compliance engineers, and technical committees developing products or further related standards.
Key Topics
- Scope: Covers the safety of separating transformers and power supply units with rated supply voltages not exceeding 1,000 V AC or 1,415 V ripple-free DC, and output voltages not less than 50 V AC or 120 V ripple-free DC for independent transformers.
- General Requirements: Applies to single-phase transformers up to 1 kVA and polyphase transformers up to 5 kVA. Higher outputs may be agreed upon by manufacturer and purchaser.
- Test Procedures: Includes detailed guidance for assessment of electrical insulation, protection against electric shock, short-circuit performance, mechanical integrity, heating, and marking requirements.
- Marking and Symbols: Requires relevant symbols to indicate the type of transformer, including a new symbol for linearly regulated power supply units.
- Output Voltage Criteria: Specifies strict limits on no-load and on-load output voltage, ensuring user safety by minimizing the risk of electrical hazards.
- Environmental and Operational Considerations: Addresses protection against dust, moisture, and other harmful influences, as well as testing for resistance to heat, fire, tracking, and rust.
Applications
IEC 61558-2-1:2021 serves as a fundamental safety benchmark in several industries and applications, including:
- General Electrical Installations: Ensures safety in transformers and power supply units used for voltage adaptation in various equipment.
- Industrial Automation: Provides guidance for safe construction and operation of transformers integrated into machinery and process control systems.
- Building Services: Supports compliance in transformers used for lighting systems, control panels, and HVAC equipment.
- Testing and Certification: Used by testing bodies and certification organizations to evaluate if products conform to international safety requirements.
- Product Design: Assists manufacturers in designing and labeling transformers and power supplies to meet globally recognized safety criteria, facilitating market access and regulatory approval.
Compliance with IEC 61558-2-1 helps manufacturers reduce product liability risk, promote user safety, and streamline access to international markets.
Related Standards
- IEC 61558-1:2017 - Safety of transformers, reactors, power supply units and combinations thereof - Part 1: General requirements and tests.
- IEC 61558-2-16 - Particular requirements for switch mode power supply units.
- IEC 60076-11: Power transformers - Part 11: Dry-type transformers (not directly covered by IEC 61558-2-1).
- IEC 60204-1: Safety of machinery - Electrical equipment of machines.
- IEC GUIDE 104: Preparation of safety publications and the use of basic and group safety publications.
- ISO/IEC GUIDE 51: Safety aspects - Guidelines for their inclusion in standards.
By aligning with IEC 61558-2-1:2021 and the above related standards, organizations can ensure their products adhere to best practices in transformer and power supply safety, maintain regulatory compliance, and meet the expectations of end-users worldwide.
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IEC 61558-2-1:2021 is a standard published by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). Its full title is "Safety of transformers, reactors, power supply units and combinations thereof - Part 2-1: Particular requirements and tests for separating transformers and power supply units incorporating separating transformers for general applications". This standard covers: IEC 61558-2-1:2021 deals with the safety of separating transformers for general applications and power supply units incorporating separating transformers for general applications. Transformers incorporating electronic circuits are also covered by this document. This third edition cancels and replaces the second edition published in 2007. This edition constitutes a technical revision. This edition includes the following significant technical changes with respect to the previous edition: a) Adjustment of structure and references in accordance with IEC 61558-1:2017; b) Description of constructions moved to IEC 61558-1:2017; c) New symbol for power supply unit with linearly regulated output voltage. It has the status of a group safety publication in accordance with IEC Guide 104. This International Standard is to be used in conjunction with IEC 61558-1:2017.
IEC 61558-2-1:2021 deals with the safety of separating transformers for general applications and power supply units incorporating separating transformers for general applications. Transformers incorporating electronic circuits are also covered by this document. This third edition cancels and replaces the second edition published in 2007. This edition constitutes a technical revision. This edition includes the following significant technical changes with respect to the previous edition: a) Adjustment of structure and references in accordance with IEC 61558-1:2017; b) Description of constructions moved to IEC 61558-1:2017; c) New symbol for power supply unit with linearly regulated output voltage. It has the status of a group safety publication in accordance with IEC Guide 104. This International Standard is to be used in conjunction with IEC 61558-1:2017.
IEC 61558-2-1:2021 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 29.180 - Transformers. Reactors. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
IEC 61558-2-1:2021 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN ISO 12696:2022, IEC 61558-2-1:2007. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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IEC 61558-2-1 ®
Edition 3.0 2021-04
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
GROUP SAFETY PUBLICATION
Safety of transformers, reactors, power supply units and combinations thereof –
Part 2-1: Particular requirements and tests for separating transformers and
power supply units incorporating separating transformers for general
applications
INTERNATIONAL
ELECTROTECHNICAL
COMMISSION
ICS 29.180 ISBN 978-2-8322-9696-7
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CONTENTS
FOREWORD . 3
INTRODUCTION . 5
1 Scope . 6
2 Normative references . 7
3 Terms and definitions . 7
4 General requirements . 7
5 General notes on tests . 7
6 Ratings . 8
7 Classification . 8
8 Marking and other information . 8
9 Protection against electric shock . 9
10 Change of input voltage setting . 9
11 Output voltage and output current under load . 9
12 No-load output voltage . 9
13 Short-circuit voltage . 10
14 Heating . 10
15 Short-circuit and overload protection . 10
16 Mechanical strength . 11
17 Protection against harmful ingress of dust, solid objects and moisture . 11
18 Insulation resistance, dielectric strength and leakage current . 11
19 Construction . 11
20 Components . 11
21 Internal wiring . 11
22 Supply connection and other external flexible cable or cords . 11
23 Terminals for external conductors . 11
24 Provisions for protective earthing. 11
25 Screws and connections . 11
26 Creepage distances, clearances and distances through insulation . 11
27 Resistance to heat, fire and tracking . 11
28 Resistance to rusting . 12
Annexes . 13
Bibliography . 14
Table 101 – Symbols indicating the kind of transformer . 9
Table 102 – Output voltage ratio . 10
INTERNATIONAL ELECTROTECHNICAL COMMISSION
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SAFETY OF TRANSFORMERS, REACTORS, POWER SUPPLY
UNITS AND COMBINATIONS THEREOF –
Part 2-1: Particular requirements and tests for separating
transformers and power supply units incorporating separating
transformers for general applications
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Transformers, reactors, power supply units and combinations thereof.
This third edition cancels and replaces the second edition published in 2007. This edition
constitutes a technical revision.
This edition includes the following significant technical changes with respect to the previous
edition:
a) Adjustment of structure and references in accordance with IEC 61558-1:2017;
b) Description of constructions moved to IEC 61558-1:2017;
c) New symbol for power supply unit with linearly regulated output voltage.
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This International Standard is to be used in conjunction with IEC 61558-1:2017.
NOTE When “Part 1” is mentioned in this standard, it refers to IEC 61558-1:2017.
This document supplements or modifies the corresponding clauses in IEC 61558-1:2017, so
as to convert that publication into the IEC standard: Particular requirements and tests for
separating transformers and power supply units incorporating separating transformers for
general applications.
A list of all parts in the IEC 61558 series published under the general title Safety of
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SOMMAIRE
AVANT-PROPOS . 17
INTRODUCTION . 19
1 Domaine d'application . 20
2 Références normatives . 21
3 Termes et définitions. 22
4 Exigences générales . 22
5 Généralités sur les essais. 22
6 Caractéristiques assignées . 22
7 Classification . 22
8 Marquage et indications . 23
9 Protection contre les chocs électriques . 23
10 Changement de la tension primaire d'alimentation. 23
11 Tension secondaire et courant secondaire en charge . 24
12 Tension secondaire à vide . 24
13 Tension de court-circuit . 25
14 Échauffements . 25
15 Protection contre les courts-circuits et les surcharges . 25
16 Résistance mécanique . 25
17 Protection contre les effets nuisibles dus à la pénétration de poussière, d'objets
solides et de l'humidité . 25
18 Résistance d'isolement, rigidité diélectrique et courant de fuite . 25
19 Construction. 26
20 Composants . 26
21 Conducteurs internes . 26
22 Raccordement à l'alimentation et câbles souples externes . 26
23 Bornes pour conducteurs externes . 26
24 Dispositions en vue de la mise à la terre . 26
25 Vis et connexions . 26
26 Lignes de fuite, distances d'isolement et distances à travers l'isolation. 26
27 Résistance à la chaleur, au feu et aux courants de cheminement . 26
28 Protection contre la rouille . 26
Annexes . 27
Bibliographie . 28
Tableau 101 – Symboles indiquant le type de transformateur . 23
Tableau 102 – Rapport de la tension secondaire . 25
COMMISSION ÉLECTROTECHNIQUE INTERNATIONALE
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SÉCURITÉ DES TRANSFORMATEURS, BOBINES D'INDUCTANCE, BLOCS
D'ALIMENTATION ET DES COMBINAISONS DE CES ÉLÉMENTS –
Partie 2-1: Exigences particulières et essais pour
les transformateurs d'isolement à enroulements séparés et les blocs
d'alimentation incorporant des transformateurs d'isolement à
enroulements séparés pour applications d'ordre général
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Transformateurs, bobines d'inductance, blocs d'alimentation et combinaisons de ces éléments.
Cette troisième édition annule et remplace la deuxième édition parue en 2007. Cette édition
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Cette édition inclut les modifications techniques majeures suivantes par rapport à l'édition
précédente:
a) Ajustement de la structure et des références conformément à l'IEC 61558-1:2017;
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b) Déplacement de la description des constructions dans l'IEC 61558-1:2017;
c) Nouveau symbole pour le bloc d'alimentation à tension secondaire régulée de façon linéaire.
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transformer cette publication en norme IEC: Exigences particulières et essais pour les
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transformateurs d'isolement à enroulements séparés pour applications d'ordre général.
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INTRODUCTION
Le CE 96 de l'IEC a une fonction groupée de sécurité, conformément au Guide IEC 104 relatif
aux transformateurs autres que ceux destinés à alimenter les
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IEC 61558-2-1 ®
Edition 3.0 2021-04
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
NORME
INTERNATIONALE
GROUP SAFETY PUBLICATION
PUBLICATION GROUPÉE DE SÉCURITÉ
Safety of transformers, reactors, power supply units and combinations thereof –
Part 2-1: Particular requirements and tests for separating transformers and
power supply units incorporating separating transformers for general
applications
Sécurité des transformateurs, bobines d'inductance, blocs d'alimentation et des
combinaisons de ces éléments –
Partie 2-1: Exigences particulières et essais pour les transformateurs
d'isolement à enroulements séparés et les blocs d'alimentation incorporant des
transformateurs d'isolement à enroulements séparés pour applications d'ordre
général
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CONTENTS
FOREWORD . 3
INTRODUCTION . 5
1 Scope . 6
2 Normative references . 7
3 Terms and definitions . 7
4 General requirements. 7
5 General notes on tests . 7
6 Ratings . 8
7 Classification . 8
8 Marking and other information . 8
9 Protection against electric shock . 9
10 Change of input voltage setting . 9
11 Output voltage and output current under load . 9
12 No-load output voltage . 9
13 Short-circuit voltage . 10
14 Heating . 10
15 Short-circuit and overload protection . 10
16 Mechanical strength . 11
17 Protection against harmful ingress of dust, solid objects and moisture. 11
18 Insulation resistance, dielectric strength and leakage current . 11
19 Construction. 11
20 Components . 11
21 Internal wiring . 11
22 Supply connection and other external flexible cable or cords . 11
23 Terminals for external conductors . 11
24 Provisions for protective earthing . 11
25 Screws and connections . 11
26 Creepage distances, clearances and distances through insulation . 11
27 Resistance to heat, fire and tracking . 11
28 Resistance to rusting . 12
Annexes . 13
Bibliography . 14
Table 101 – Symbols indicating the kind of transformer . 9
Table 102 – Output voltage ratio . 10
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SAFETY OF TRANSFORMERS, REACTORS, POWER SUPPLY
UNITS AND COMBINATIONS THEREOF –
Part 2-1: Particular requirements and tests for separating
transformers and power supply units incorporating separating
transformers for general applications
FOREWORD
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International standard IEC 61558-2-1 has been prepared by IEC technical committee 96:
Transformers, reactors, power supply units and combinations thereof.
This third edition cancels and replaces the second edition published in 2007. This edition
constitutes a technical revision.
This edition includes the following significant technical changes with respect to the previous
edition:
a) Adjustment of structure and references in accordance with IEC 61558-1:2017;
b) Description of constructions moved to IEC 61558-1:2017;
c) New symbol for power supply unit with linearly regulated output voltage.
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The text of this International Standard is based on the following documents:
Draft Report on voting
96/499/FDIS 96/510/RVD
Full information on the voting for its approval can be found in the report on voting indicated in
the above table.
The language used for the development of this International Standard is English.
This document was drafted in accordance with ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2, and developed in
accordance with ISO/IEC Directives, Part 1 and ISO/IEC Directives, IEC Supplement,
available at www.iec.ch/members_experts/refdocs. The main document types developed by
IEC are described in greater detail at www.iec.ch/standardsdev/publications.
It has the status of a group safety publication in accordance with IEC Guide 104.
This International Standard is to be used in conjunction with IEC 61558-1:2017.
NOTE When “Part 1” is mentioned in this standard, it refers to IEC 61558-1:2017.
This document supplements or modifies the corresponding clauses in IEC 61558-1:2017, so
as to convert that publication into the IEC standard: Particular requirements and tests for
separating transformers and power supply units incorporating separating transformers for
general applications.
A list of all parts in the IEC 61558 series published under the general title Safety of
transformers, reactors, power supply units and combinations thereof, can be found on the IEC
website.
Future standards in this series will carry the new general title as cited above. Titles of existing
standards in this series will be updated at the time of the next edition.
Where this document states "addition", "modification" or "replacement", the relevant text of
IEC 61558-1:2017 is to be adapted accordingly.
In this document, the following print types are used:
– requirements proper: in roman type;
– test specifications: in italic type;
– explanatory matter: in smaller roman type:
In the text of this document, the words in bold are defined in Clause 3.
Subclauses, notes, figures and tables additional to those in IEC 61558-1:2017 are numbered
starting from 101; supplementary annexes are entitled AA, BB, etc.
The committee has decided that the contents of this document will remain unchanged until the
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the specific document. At this date, the document will be
• reconfirmed,
• withdrawn,
• replaced by a revised edition, or
• amended.
INTRODUCTION
IEC TC 96 has a group safety function in accordance with IEC Guide 104 for transformers
other than those intended to supply distribution networks, in particular transformers and
power supply units intended to allow the application of protective measures against electric
shock as defined by TC 64, but in certain cases including the limitation of voltage and
horizontal safety function for SELV, in accordance with IEC 60364-4-41.
The group safety function (GSF) is necessary because of responsibility for safety extra-low
voltage (SELV) in accordance with IEC 61140:2016, 5.2.6 and IEC 60364-4-41:2017, 414.3.1,
or control circuits in accordance with IEC 60204-1:2016, 7.2.4.
The group safety function is needed for each part of IEC 61558-2 because different standards
of the IEC 61558 series can be combined in one construction but in certain cases with no
limitation of rated output power.
For example, an auto-transformer in accordance with IEC 61558-2-13 can be designed with a
separate SELV-circuit in accordance with the particular requirements for IEC 61558-2-6
relating to the general requirements of IEC 61558-1.
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SAFETY OF TRANSFORMERS, REACTORS, POWER SUPPLY
UNITS AND COMBINATIONS THEREOF –
Part 2-1: Particular requirements and tests for separating
transformers and power supply units incorporating separating
transformers for general applications
1 Scope
Replacement
This part of IEC 61558 deals with the safety of separating transformers for general
applications and power supply units incorporating separating transformers for general
applications. Transformers incorporating electronic circuits are also covered by this
document.
NOTE 1 Safety includes electrical, thermal and mechanical aspects.
Unless otherwise specified, from here onward, the term transformer covers separating
transformers for general applications and power supply units incorporating separating
transformers for general applications.
For power supply units (linear), this document is applicable. For switch mode power
supply units, IEC 61558-2-16 is applicable.
This document does not apply to transformers covered by IEC 60076-11.
This document is applicable to stationary or portable, single-phase or polyphase, air-cooled
(natural or forced) independent or associated dry- type transformers. The windings can be
encapsulated or non-encapsulated.
The rated supply voltage does not exceed 1 000 V AC and the rated supply frequency and
the internal operating frequencies do not exceed 500 Hz.
The rated output does not exceed:
– 1 kVA for single-phase transformers,
– 5 kVA for polyphase transformers;
This document is applicable to transformers without limitation of the rated output, subject to
an agreement between the purchaser and the manufacturer.
NOTE 2 Transformers intended to supply distribution networks are not included in the scope.
The no-load output voltage or the rated output voltage does not exceed 1 000 V AC or
1 415 V ripple-free DC. For independent transformers the no-load output voltage and / or
the rated output voltage is not less than 50 V AC or 120 V ripple-free DC.
This document is not applicable to external circuits and their components intended to be
connected to the input terminals and output terminals of the transformers.
NOTE 3 Transformers covered by this document are only used in applications where double or reinforced
insulation between circuits is not required by the installation rules or by the end product standard.
NOTE 4 Normally the separating transformers are intended to be used with equipment to provide voltages
different from the supply voltage for the functional requirements of the equipment. The protection against electric
shock may be provided or completed by other features of the equipment, such as the body. Parts of output
circuits may be connected to the input circuits or to protective earthing.
Attention is drawn to the following:
– for transformers intended to be used in vehicles, on board ships, and aircraft, additional
requirements (from other applicable standards, national rules, etc.);
– measures to protect the enclosure and the components inside the enclosure against
external influences such as fungus, vermin, termites, solar-radiation, and icing;
– the different conditions for transportation, storage, and operation of the transformers;
– additional requirements in accordance with other appropriate standards and national rules
may be applicable to transformers intended for use in special environments.
Future technological development of transformers may necessitate a need to increase the
upper limit of the frequencies. Until then this document may be used as a guidance document.
This group safety publication focusing on safety guidance is primarily intended to be used as
a product safety standard for the products mentioned in the scope, but is also intended to be
used by technical committees in the preparation of publications for products similar to those
mentioned in the scope of this group safety publication, in accordance with the principles laid
down in IEC Guide 104 and lSO/lEC Guide 51.
One of the responsibilities of a technical committee is, wherever applicable, to make use of
BSPs and/or GSPs in the preparation of its publications.
2 Normative references
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows:
Addition
IEC 61558-1:2017, Safety of transformers, reactors, power supply units and combinations
thereof – Part 1: General requirements and tests
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions given in Part 1 apply.
ISO and IEC maintain terminological databases for use in standardization at the following
addresses:
• IEC Electropedia: available at http://www.electropedia.org/
• ISO Online browsing platform: available at http://www.iso.org/obp
4 General requirements
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
5 General notes on tests
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
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6 Ratings
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows:
Addition
6.101 The rated output voltage shall not exceed 1 000 V AC or 1 415 V ripple-free DC
and for independent transformers shall exceed 50 V AC or 120 V ripple free DC.
For independent transformers, this output voltage limitation applies even when output
windings, not intended for interconnection, are connected in series.
6.102 The rated output shall not exceed:
− 1 kVA for single-phase transformers,
− 5 kVA for polyphase transformers;
Transformers without limitation of the rated output shall be subject to agreement between
the purchaser and the manufacturer.
6.103 The rated supply frequency and the internal operating frequencies shall not
exceed 500 Hz.
6.104 The rated supply voltage shall not exceed 1 000 V AC.
Compliance with the requirements of 6.101 to 6.104 is checked by inspection of the marking.
7 Classification
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
8 Marking and other information
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows:
8.1 h)
Replacement
Replace the content up to the first semi-colon by the following:
relevant graphical symbols shown in Table 101 that indicate the kind of transformer
8.11
Addition
The symbol for linear power supply units shall be used in conjunction with the symbol
indicating the kind of transformer.
Table 101 – Symbols indicating the kind of transformer
Symbol or graphical symbol Explanation or title Identification
Fail-safe separating transformer IEC 60417-5156:2003-08
Non-short-circuit-proof separating transformer IEC 60417-5223:2002-10
Short-circuit-proof separating transformer IEC 60417-5220:2002-10
(inherently or non-inherently)
Power supply unit, linear IEC 60417-6210:2013-10
L
9 Protection against electric shock
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
10 Change of input voltage setting
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
11 Output voltage and output current under load
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
12 No-load output voltage
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows:
Addition
12.101 The no-load output voltage shall not exceed 1 000 V AC or 1 415 V ripple-free DC
and for independent transformers shall exceed 50 V AC or 120 V ripple free DC.
For independent transformers, this output voltage limitation applies even when output
windings, not intended for interconnection, are connected in series.
NOTE The requirement for series connection does not apply to associated or IP 00 transformers.
12.102 The difference between the no-load output voltage and the output voltage under
load shall not be excessive.
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The ratio between the no-load output voltage measured in Clause 12 and the output
voltage under load measured during the test of Clause 11, expressed as a percentage of the
latter voltage, shall not exceed the values shown in Table 102.
The ratio is determined by Formula (1):
UU−
no-load load
×100 (%)
(1)
U
load
where
U is the no-load output voltage, expressed in V;
no-load
U is the output voltage under load, expressed in V;
load
Table 102 – Output voltage ratio
Type of transformer Ratio between no-load output voltage
Rated output and output voltage under load
VA %
Inherently short-circuit-proof transformers:
– up to and including 63 100
– over 63 up to and including 630 50
– over 630 20
Other transformers:
– up to and including 10 100
– over 10 up to and including 25 50
– over 25 up to and including 63 20
– over 63 up to and including 250 15
– over 250 up to and including 630 10
– over 630 5
Compliance with the requirements of 12.101 and 12.102 is checked by measuring the no-load
output voltage at the ambient temperature when the transformer is connected to the rated
supply voltage at the rated supply frequency.
The ratio shall not exceed the values shown in Table 102.
13 Short-circuit voltage
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
14 Heating
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
15 Short-circuit and overload protection
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
16 Mechanical strength
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
17 Protection against harmful ingress of dust, solid objects and moisture
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
18 Insulation resistance, dielectric strength and leakage current
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
19 Construction
This clause of Part 1 is applicable and general requirements for separating transformers are
defined in 19.1.3 of Part 1.
20 Components
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
21 Internal wiring
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
22 Supply connection and other external flexible cable or cords
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
23 Terminals for external conductors
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
24 Provisions for protective earthing
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
25 Screws and connections
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
26 Creepage distances, clearances and distances through insulation
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
27 Resistance to heat, fire and tracking
This clause of Part 1 is applicab
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