IEC TS 61634:1995

High-voltage switchgear and controlgear - Use and handling of sulphur hexafluoride (SF6) in high-voltage switchgear and controlgear

OVERVIEW

Thir report deals with the use ot SF6 gas and those of its chemical derivatives which are produced in switchgear and controlgear during normal service and under certain abnormal conditions. Two main aspects are covered: - the effects on humans of exposure to SF6 and its decomposition products; - the effects on the environment of SF6 and its decomposition products. The risks associated with contact with SF6 gas and suitable precautions are discussed for each stage in the normal life cycle of an item of equipment and under abnormal conditions. This publication has the status of a Technical Report - type 2.

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PRODUCT DETAILS

Status Withdrawn - 02 Jan 2026
Edition 1995
No. of Pages 161
ICS Classification 29.130.10 High voltage switchgear and controlgear
13.020.01 Environment and environmental protection in general
Committee TC 17/SC 17A
Available for Purchase For sale in Singapore only
Adoption IEC : 0