1.

Main standards :
High-voltage alternating current
IEC 62271-102
12-2001 disconnectors and earthing switches
IEC 62271-200
10-2011 High-voltage switches for rated voltages
IEC 62271-103
06-2011 above 1 kV and less than 52 kV

AC metal-enclosed switchgear & controlgear for rated

voltages above 1 kV and up to and including 52 kV
(ex IEC 60298)

IEC 62271-100 IEC 62271-1

09-2012 08-2011

High-voltage alternating-current circuit breakers High-voltage switchgear & controlgear,

(ex IEC 60056) common specifications (ex IEC 60694)

IEC 62271-106
08-2011

High-voltage alternating-current contactors and

contactor-based motor-starters (ex IEC 60470)

Standards are intended to cover about 80% of applications for the switchgear
It is the users responsibility to ensure that the switchgear meets their specific network needs

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2. Type test definition :

The type tests are for the purpose of proving the ratings and characteristics of switchgear and controlgear,
their operating devices and their auxiliary equipment.
Each individual type test shall be made on complete switchgear and controlgear in the condition as required
for service (specified pressure and temperature,…).

Test report

- Provided by Technical Support (under condition)

- Attached to one performance (Ur, Ir, Isc)
- Cover the lower commercial performances

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3. Routine test :

The routine tests are for the purpose of revealing faults in material or construction.
They do not impair the properties and reliability of a test object.
The routine tests shall be made at the manufacturer's works on each apparatus manufactured, to ensure
that the product is in accordance with the equipment on which the type tests have been passed.

Routine test

- Provided with each product

- Linked to the serial number

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