IEC 61020-1:2009

Electromechanical switches for use in electrical and electronic equipment - Part 1: Generic specification

OVERVIEW

IEC 61020-1:2009 provides consistency in detail specifications for electromechanical switches by specifying the terminology, symbols, test methods and other necessary information. Switches covered by this specification:

- are devices which open, close, or change the connection of a circuit by the mechanical motion of conducting parts (contacts);

- have a maximum rated voltage of 480 V;

- have a maximum rated current of 63 A.

This second edition constitutes a technical revision and includes the following significant technical changes with respect to the previous edition:

- The requirements of the IEC 60512 series of standards have been integrated.

- Other necessary information concerning switches as specified in IEC 60512 have been implemented.

The following items have been updated with respect to the first edition:

- test methods were reviewed for detailed description;

- the explanation for the test method of the operating force was rewritten in more detail;

- the test voltage for measurement for contact bounce was reviewed;

- the electrical endurance "ON" duration in the duty cycle was harmonized with IEC 61058;

- the requirements for fire hazards have been deleted;

- testing methods of surface mounting switches based on the Japanese industrial standard were added.

COMMENTS

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PRODUCT DETAILS

Status Revised
Edition 2009
No. of Pages 139
ICS Classification 31.220.20 Switches
Committee TC 23/SC 23J
Available for Purchase For sale in Singapore only
Adoption IEC : 0