What is BS EN 61058-2-1 - Requirements for cord switches about?
BS EN 61058-2-1 applies to cord switches (mechanical or electronic) for appliances actuated by hand, by foot or by other human activity, to operate or control electrical appliances and other equipment for household or similar purposes with a rated voltage not exceeding 250 V and a rated current not exceeding 16 A.
BS EN 61058-2-1 also covers the indirect actuation of the switch when the operation of the actuating member or sensing unit is provided by a remote control or a part of an appliance or equipment such as a door.
Who is BS EN 61058-2-1 - Requirements for cord switches for?
BS EN 61058-2-1 on requirements for cord switches is helpful for:
- Manufacturing factories
- Automobile industry
- Construction, and building
- Power plants
- Telecommunication industry
Why should you use BS EN 61058-2-1 - Requirements for cord switches?
Having access to reliable requirements is essential for the manufacturing, and application of quality cord switches. BS EN 61058-2-1 provides manufacturers with the general requirement, general notes on tests, marking, and documentation along with the mechanism which allows them to prepare, and use cord switches effectively.