What is BS EN 61822 – CCR for the AGL series circuit requirements about?
The Constant Current Regulator (CCR) is designed to provide precision control of runway lightning circuits. BS EN 61822 is an International Standard that discusses electrical installations for lighting and beaconing of aerodromes.
BS EN 61822 specifies the requirements for a CCR having a nominal output of 6,6 A for use in an aeronautical ground lighting constant current series circuit. However, CCRs may be manufactured which have a different power rating (kVA) and current steps than those specified in BS EN 61822 in order to be used on existing circuits. BS EN 61822 should be applied where appropriate for these CCRs.
Who is BS EN 61822 – CCR for the AGL series circuit requirements for?
BS EN 61822 on CCR for the AGL series circuit requirements is useful for:
- Aerodrome management and owners
- Power supply entities
- Manufacturers and suppliers of CCRs
- Electrical engineers
- Product designers
- Project managers
- Builders / architects / contractors
- Quality control personnel
- Compliance / audit teams
- Safety bodies
Why should you use BS EN 61822 – CCR for the AGL series circuit requirements?
BS EN 61822 walks you through details for CCRs such as classification, requirements, qualification, test requirements, and test procedures. Aspects such as environment, performance, EMC, design, electric shock protection, and optional accessories have also been addressed in BS EN 61822.
BS EN 61822 helps you to follow best practices when setting up electrical facilities and CCRs for ground lighting at your aerodrome facilities.
BS EN 61822 assists you in defining the essential principles for providing safe, dependable, and efficient operation of AGL systems that contribute to minimizing aviation risks.
What’s changed since the last update?
BS EN 61822:2009 supersedes BS EN 61822:2003 which is withdrawn. BS EN 61822:2009 includes some editorial changes with respect to BS EN 61822:2003. These include:
- Revision and update of terms and definitions
- Addition of new subclauses, such as "Nominal output current range and tolerances"
- Modification of some subclauses, such as those related to "Local control" and "Remote control"
- Deletion of some subclauses, in particular, "Power transformers" and "Output current indicator".