What is BS EN IEC 60974-2-Liquid cooling systems in arc welding about?
IEC 60974 series discusses arc welding equipment. The main aim of the IEC 60974 series is to provide manufacturers with best industry welding practices to achieve a good weld.
BS EN IEC 60974-2 is the second part in the series that specifies safety and construction requirements for industrial and professional liquid cooling systems used in arc welding and allied processes (electric arc cutting and arc spraying) to cool torches.
BS EN IEC 60974-2 applicable to liquid cooling systems which are separated from the welding equipment or built-in housed in a single enclosure with other welding equipment.
Note: BS EN IEC 60974-2 does not include electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) requirements that are given in IEC 60974-10 and is not applicable to refrigerated cooling systems.
Who is BS EN IEC 60974-2- Liquid cooling systems in arc welding for?
BS EN IEC 60974-2 on liquid cooling systems is applicable to:
- Manufacturers of arc welding equipment
- Manufacturers of equipment and components of liquid cooling systems
- Construction, automotive, mechanical industry
- Sheet metal manufacturers
- Manufacturers of pressure vessels
- Aerospace and shipbuilding industry
- Welders
- Fabricators
Why should you use BS EN IEC 60974-2- Liquid cooling systems in arc welding?
Successful and effective cooling is an important aspect of the weld process when connecting two metals together. Given the massive amount of heat generated, efficient industrial and professional liquid cooling systems are vital in the welding industry.
Guidance in BS EN IEC 60974-2 can help you manufacture reliable and safe liquid cooling systems for arc welding and allied processes.
Complying with BS EN IEC 60974-2 requirements ensures protection against mechanical and electrical hazards and establishes safety measures to prevent electric shock in various welding conditions. Moreover, structural risks arising from overheating and potential rusting from heat damage can be minimized.
What’s changed since the last update?
BS EN IEC 60974-2:2019 supersedes BS EN 60974-2:2013, which is withdrawn. BS EN IEC 60974-2:2019 includes the following technical changes:
- Changes induced by the publication of IEC 60974-1:2017
- Reference in 11.1 changed