What is BS EN 62059-41 – Reliability prediction of electricity metering equipment about?
Electricity meters are products designed for high reliability and durability to operate continuously for extended periods without supervision. To manage metering assets effectively, it is important to have tools for predicting and estimating life characteristics of various types.
BS EN 62059 is a European Standard that discusses electricity metering equipment.
BS EN 62059-41 is the 41st part of the series that covers general aspects of the dependability and reliability of electricity metering equipment.
BS EN 62059-41 is applicable to all types of static metering equipment for energy measurement and load control.
Who is BS EN 62059-41 - Reliability prediction of electricity metering equipment for?
BS EN 62059-41 on reliability prediction of electricity metering equipment is relevant to:
- Electricity metering equipment manufacturers and purchasers
- Anyone involved in design, installation, and maintenance of electric meters
- Power distribution and transmission companies
- Local authorities
- Inspection authorities
- Regulatory bodies
- Engineers
Why should you use BS EN 62059-41 - Reliability prediction of electricity metering equipment?
The main objective of BS EN 62059-41 is to provide a tool for predicting the failure rate of electricity metering equipment using the parts stress method.
BS EN 62059-41 also provides an overview of reliability analysis and prediction methods.
The result of the prediction can be used in the design phase to support design decisions, in relation with type approval to support decisions concerning the certification period and in the operation phase to determine the necessary maintenance performance to obtain the required availability.
Reliability modelling and prediction is a process of quantitatively assessing the reliability of a system both during the design phase and during field operation. During design and development, the prediction serves as a guide by which design alternatives can be evaluated. In field operation, the prediction serves as a useful guide to identify items likely to fail in a given time span thus allowing an estimation of field servicing requirements.
As a result, if you are a manufacturer of electricity metering equipment, compliance with BS EN 62059-41 guidelines can ensure your products are reliable and effective when in use and facilitate the provision of accurate meter readings.