Electric motor-operated tools - Dust measurement procedure - Part 2-17: Particular requirements for routers and trimmers

This European Standard specifies general requirements for the dust measurement of electric motor-operated tools supplied from mains or from batteries. This European Standard applies to those tools with and without dust extraction unit where dust such as mineral dust containing silica or wood dust is expected. This part of EN 50632 sets particular requirements for routers and trimmers.

Motorbetriebene Elektrowerkzeuge - Staubmessverfahren - Teil 2-17: Besondere Anforderungen für Oberfräsen und Kantenfräsen

Outils électriques à moteur - Procédure de mesure de la poussière - Partie 2-17: Exigences particulières pour les défonceuses et les affleureuses

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Elektromotorna orodja - Postopek meritve prahu - 2-17. del: Posebne zahteve za rezkalnike in obrezovalnike - Dopolnilo A1

General Information

Status
Published
Publication Date
23-Sep-2021
Drafting Committee
CLC/TC 116/WG 04 - Dust
Current Stage
6060 - Document made available - Publishing
Start Date
24-Sep-2021
Due Date
09-Aug-2022
Completion Date
24-Sep-2021

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Effective Date
08-Sep-2020

Overview

EN 50632-2-17:2016/A1:2021 is a European standard developed by CLC (European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization) focused on the dust measurement procedure for electric motor-operated tools, with specific requirements for routers and trimmers. This amendment to EN 50632 series addresses methods for evaluating dust emission, particularly from routers and trimmers, whether powered by mains or batteries, with or without an integrated dust extraction unit. The standard covers tools where significant exposure to mineral, silica-containing, or wood dust is expected, thereby supporting workplace safety, regulatory compliance, and product quality in industrial and construction environments.

Key Topics

  • Scope and Applicability
    This standard specifies procedures for measuring dust emissions from routers and trimmers during operation. It applies to both corded and cordless tools, ensuring coverage regardless of the power source.

  • Particular Dust Measurement Requirements

    • Sets out specific test conditions and criteria for routers and trimmers, including defined materials, tool settings, and operation methods.
    • Details precise setup for test workpieces (chipboard for routers and beech wood for trimmers).
    • Specifies the use and configuration of dust samplers and positioning for consistent, reproducible results.
  • Amendment Highlights

    • Updates to operating conditions, including mandatory use of certain workpiece materials and cutter dimensions.
    • Addition of illustrative figures showing correct orientation and positioning of the operator, workpiece, and tool during testing.
    • Clarification of feed force and working speed requirements to ensure stable tool operation under test conditions.
  • Integration with EN 50632-1

    • Reinforces that this part must be used alongside EN 50632-1:2015 and its amendments to provide a comprehensive framework for dust measurement in electric motor-operated power tools.

Applications

  • Manufacturers of Power Tools
    Ensures that electric routers and trimmers meet standardized dust emission requirements as part of product design, development, and quality assurance. Compliance demonstrates commitment to user safety and environmental responsibility.

  • Occupational Health & Safety
    Assists employers and safety officers in mitigating exposure risks associated with airborne wood and mineral dust. Supports strategies for workplace air quality control and provides evidence of compliance with European directives on occupational exposure.

  • Testing Laboratories and Certification Bodies
    Establishes reproducible test procedures for dust measurement, enabling third-party verification and certification of electric tool dust emissions. Facilitates harmonization across laboratories and markets.

  • Regulatory Compliance
    Enables manufacturers and distributors to meet requirements set forth by national and European regulatory bodies concerning health, environmental safety, and worker protection.

Related Standards

  • EN 50632-1:2015
    General requirements for dust measurement applicable to a broad range of electric motor-operated tools.

  • EN 312:2010
    Specifies properties and classification of chipboards, referenced for testing routers.

  • Other EN 50632 Part 2 series
    Include requirements for additional tool types (see EN 50632-2 standards for saws, grinders, etc.).

  • European Directives

    • Machinery Directive (2006/42/EC)
    • Directive on the protection of workers from the risks related to exposure to carcinogens or mutagens at work (2004/37/EC)

By adhering to EN 50632-2-17:2016/A1:2021, stakeholders across the tool manufacturing and industrial sectors not only achieve improved safety and performance but also reinforce their commitment to best practices in occupational health and environmental protection. Regular implementation of such standards supports robust risk management and strengthens market access within the European Economic Area.

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Frequently Asked Questions

EN 50632-2-17:2016/A1:2021 is a amendment published by CLC. Its full title is "Electric motor-operated tools - Dust measurement procedure - Part 2-17: Particular requirements for routers and trimmers". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies general requirements for the dust measurement of electric motor-operated tools supplied from mains or from batteries. This European Standard applies to those tools with and without dust extraction unit where dust such as mineral dust containing silica or wood dust is expected. This part of EN 50632 sets particular requirements for routers and trimmers.

This European Standard specifies general requirements for the dust measurement of electric motor-operated tools supplied from mains or from batteries. This European Standard applies to those tools with and without dust extraction unit where dust such as mineral dust containing silica or wood dust is expected. This part of EN 50632 sets particular requirements for routers and trimmers.

EN 50632-2-17:2016/A1:2021 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 13.040.40 - Stationary source emissions; 25.140.20 - Electric tools; 65.060.80 - Forestry equipment. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.

EN 50632-2-17:2016/A1:2021 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 50632-2-17:2016. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.

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SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-november-2021
Elektromotorna orodja - Postopek meritve prahu - 2-17. del: Posebne zahteve za
rezkalnike in obrezovalnike - Dopolnilo A1
Electric motor-operated tools - Dust measurement procedure - Part 2-17: Particular
requirements for routers and trimmers
Motorbetriebene Elektrowerkzeuge - Staubmessverfahren - Teil 2-17: Besondere
Anforderungen für Oberfräsen und Kantenfräsen
Outils électriques à moteur - Procédure de mesure de la poussière - Partie 2-17:
Exigences particulières pour les défonceuses
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 50632-2-17:2016/A1:2021
ICS:
25.100.01 Rezalna orodja na splošno Cutting tools in general
25.140.20 Električna orodja Electric tools
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

EUROPEAN STANDARD EN 50632-2-17:2016/A1

NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
September 2021
ICS 13.040.40; 25.140.20; 65.060.80
English Version
Electric motor-operated tools - Dust measurement procedure -
Part 2-17: Particular requirements for routers and trimmers
Outils électriques à moteur - Procédure de mesure de la Motorbetriebene Elektrowerkzeuge - Staubmessverfahren -
poussière - Partie 2-17: Exigences particulières pour les Teil 2-17: Besondere Anforderungen für Oberfräsen und
défonceuses Kantenfräsen
This amendment A1 modifies the European Standard EN 50632-2-17:2016; it was approved by CENELEC on 2021-08-09. CENELEC
members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this amendment the
status of a national standard without any alteration.
Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such national standards may be obtained on application to the CEN-CENELEC
Management Centre or to any CENELEC member.
This amendment exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translation under the
responsibility of a CENELEC member into its own language and notified to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre has the same status as
the official versions.
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Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the
Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Republic of North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland,
Turkey and the United Kingdom.

European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization
Comité Européen de Normalisation Electrotechnique
Europäisches Komitee für Elektrotechnische Normung
CEN-CENELEC Management Centre: Rue de la Science 23, B-1040 Brussels
© 2021 CENELEC All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved worldwide for CENELEC Members.
Ref. No. EN 50632-2-17:2016/A1:2021 E

Contents Page
European foreword . 3
1 Modification to the European foreword . 4
2 Modifications to 4.3, “Operating conditions” . 4
3 Addition of Figures 101 and 102 . 6

European foreword
This document (EN 50632-2-17:2016/A1:2021) has been prepared by CLC/TC 116 “Safety and environmental
aspects of motor-operated electric tools”.
The following dates are fixed:
• latest date by which this document has to be (dop) 2022-08-09
implemented at national level by publication of
an identical national standard or by
endorsement
• latest date by which the national standards (dow) 2024-08-09
conflicting with this document have to be
withdrawn
This amendment was developed to include improvements and clarifications suggested by practical tests.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of patent
rights. CENELEC shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
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