Testing surge protection devices to EN 61643-11

Edited by the Manufacturingtalk editorial team Aug 17, 2005

Surge protection devices must now be tested to the requirement of EN 61643-11, to demonstrate compliance with the requirements of the LDV, using harmonised standards.

Surge protection devices must now be tested to the requirement of EN 61643-11, to demonstrate compliance with the requirements of the LDV, using harmonised standards.

EN 61643-11 has been added to the list of harmonised standards that provide a presumption of conformity to the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive.

Typical products within the scope are surge protection modules, socket outlets with surge protection circuits and any other product containing power surge protection circuits.

Products requiring European product safety approval that incorporate surge protection circuits must now be tested to the requirement of this standard.

For more information on the standard and the testing of products to its requirements, please contact TUV Rheinland Group.