What is BS EN 60255-1 - Measuring relays and protection equipment about?
BS EN 60255-1 is a British standard that is a part of the IEC 60255 series that specifies common rules and requirements applicable to measuring relays and protection equipment including any combination of devices to form schemes for power system protection such as control, monitoring, and process interface equipment in order to obtain uniformity of requirements and tests.
All measuring relays and protection equipment used for protection within the power system environment are covered by BS EN 60255-1. For special applications (marine, aerospace, explosive atmospheres, computers, etc.), the general requirements within this standard may need to be enhanced by additional special requirements. The requirements are applicable only to relays in new conditions. All tests in BS EN 60255-1 are type tests unless otherwise declared.
Who is BS EN 60255-1 - Measuring relays and protection equipment for?
BS EN 60255-1 on measuring relays and protection equipment is useful for:
- The electrical industry
- The mechanical industry
- The aerospace industry
- The healthy and safety department
- Testing and inspection centres
- The marine industry
Why should you use BS EN 60255-1 - Measuring relays and protection equipment?
Wherever electrical safety is a consideration, measuring and monitoring relays are employed. Voltage, phase failure, current, insulation faults, active power, frequency, standstill, and other physical data are monitored. Relays open and close connections in another circuit to control one electrical circuit. The protection relay clears the fault quickly, minimizing the harm. The relay detects and isolates malfunctioning areas of the system from the remainder of the system and reduces the chance of a fire.
BS EN 60255-1 provides its users with guidelines for design and construction and test methods to assess the performance and efficiency of relays and protection equipment. Using BS EN 60255-1 guidelines ensures health and safety, smooth functioning of electrical insulation for high-quality equipment, and quality assurance.