What is ISO 18246 - Electrically propelled mopeds and motorcycles about?
ISO 18246 is an international standard on electrically-propelled mopeds and motorcycles that discuss the safety requirements for electric power supply. ISO 18246 specifies safety requirements for conductive connection to an external electric power supply of electrically-propelled mopeds and motorcycles.
ISO 18246 is not applicable to vehicles not in normal conditions, such as damaged vehicles and vehicles which have mechanical and/or electrical failure.
ISO 18246 applies only to onboard charging systems between the plug or vehicle couplers and RESS circuits. The safety requirements for vehicles not connected to the external power supply are specified in ISO 13063.
ISO 18246 does not provide comprehensive safety information for manufacturing, maintenance, and repair personnel.
NOTE: ISO 18246 does not contain requirements for bidirectional power flow.
Who is ISO 18246 - Electrically propelled mopeds and motorcycles for?
ISO 18246 on electrically-propelled mopeds and motorcycles is relevant to:
- Manufacturer of electrically-propelled mopeds and motorcycles
- Manufacturer of external electric power supply for electrically-propelled vehicle
Why should you use ISO 18246 - Electrically propelled mopeds and motorcycles?
An electrically propelled vehicle means a vehicle of which the motive power is solely derived from an electrical storage battery carried on the vehicle and not connected to any source of power when the vehicle is in motion.
ISO 18246 provides guidance on environmental and operational conditions, the connection between the plug or vehicle couplers and the RESS of the vehicle, protection of persons against electric shock, other requirements for the onboard charging system, marking, instructions, and indications.
As a user of ISO 18246, you can be ensured of basic safety requirements for electrically-propelled mopeds and motorcycles, which are called electric vehicles, for simplicity.
ISO 18246 will help users develop their expertise with electric vehicle batteries, as well as manage risk, increase trust, grow sustainably, and accelerate innovation.
With ISO 18246 you can reduce significant hazards of the external electric power supply of electrically-propelled vehicles. Limiting risks can build consumer trust and confidence in electrically-propelled vehicles. ISO 18246 allows an easy and clear understanding of requirements for the power supply of electrically-propelled vehicles.