EN 62019:1999/A12:2014

Overview

EN 62019:1999/A12:2014 is a European standard amendment issued by CLC (European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization) addressing electrical accessories, specifically circuit-breakers and similar equipment for household use. This amendment focuses on auxiliary contact units, which are integral components used to provide additional signaling or control functions in circuit breakers. The standard aligns these components with essential safety requirements under the Low Voltage Directive (LVD 2006/95/EC), ensuring harmonization within the European market.

This legally binding amendment was approved on 4 August 2014 and mandates national adoption and conflict resolution with previous standards by August 2015 and 2017, respectively. It applies broadly across CENELEC member states including Austria, Germany, France, Italy, the UK, and other European countries.

Key Topics

• Scope
  The document specifies auxiliary contact units designed for household circuit-breakers and related electrical protection devices used at certain voltage limits typical in residential settings.

• Safety Objectives
  The amendment incorporates the principle elements of safety objectives consistent with the Low Voltage Directive (2006/95/EC), reinforcing electrical safety and reliability of auxiliary contacts.

• Component Specifications
  It details requirements for the design, performance, and testing of auxiliary contact units to ensure they effectively support the operation and signaling functions of circuit breakers.

• Harmonization Across Europe
  This standard enforces uniformity across national standards, requiring compliance from all CENELEC member countries and simplifying international trade and product certification.

• Languages and Documentation
  The amendment is officially available in English, French, and German, with translations into other languages permitted under CENELEC regulations.

Applications

EN 62019:1999/A12:2014 is essential for manufacturers, testing laboratories, and regulatory bodies involved in:

• Household Electrical Installations
  Integrating auxiliary contact units into residential circuit-breakers for enhanced monitoring and control.

• Electric Safety Compliance
  Ensuring products meet mandatory European safety legislation under the LVD for low voltage electrical equipment.

• Product Development & Quality Assurance
  Designing auxiliary contacts that reliably support signaling for tripped circuit breakers, alarms, or automation systems within domestic electrical panels.

• Certification & Regulatory Approval
  Facilitating CE marking and other approvals by providing a clear benchmark confirming compliance to safety and performance standards.

Related Standards

• EN 62019:1999: The original standard on circuit-breakers and similar household equipment before amendment A12.
• Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC (LVD): European legislation establishing safety requirements for electrical equipment operating within defined voltage limits.
• Other CLC/TC 23 Series Standards: Covering broader aspects of circuit breakers, miniature circuit breakers (MCBs), and residual current devices (RCDs).
• IEC 60947 Series: International standards on low-voltage switchgear and control gear that complement CENELEC standards.

Adherence to EN 62019:1999/A12:2014 ensures auxiliary contact units used in household circuit-breakers maintain high safety standards across Europe, supporting harmonized electrical product markets and consumer protection. This standard plays a critical role in advancing safe, reliable residential electrical installations and compliance with European regulatory frameworks.