IEC 60335-2-29:2002/AMD1:2004
(Amendment)Amendment 1 - Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-29: Particular requirements for battery chargers
Amendment 1 - Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-29: Particular requirements for battery chargers
The contents of the corrigendum of November 2004 have been included in this copy.
Amendement 1 - Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues - Sécurité - Partie 2-29: Règles particulières pour les chargeurs de batterie
Le contenu du corrigendum de novembre 2004 a été pris en considération dans cet exemplaire.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 26-Jan-2004
- Technical Committee
- TC 61 - Safety of household and similar electrical appliances
- Current Stage
- DELPUB - Deleted Publication
- Start Date
- 09-Jun-2016
- Completion Date
- 26-Oct-2025
Relations
- Effective Date
- 05-Sep-2023
- Effective Date
- 05-Sep-2023
- Effective Date
- 05-Sep-2023
Overview
IEC 60335-2-29:2002/AMD1:2004 Amendment 1 is a critical international standard published by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). It focuses on the safety requirements specific to battery chargers used in household and similar electrical appliances. This amendment integrates the corrigendum issued in November 2004 and introduces enhanced safety provisions, including special requirements for battery chargers intended for use by children aged eight years and older. It ensures the safe design, construction, and operation of battery chargers, thereby minimizing risks such as electrical shock, fire, and mechanical damage during normal and foreseeable abnormal use.
Key Topics
Scope and Application
- Addresses safety considerations for battery chargers used in household environments.
- Includes requirements for abnormal operating conditions and electromagnetic interference effects.
- Specifies requirements for battery chargers designed for unsupervised use by children aged eight and above (Annex AA).
Safety Requirements for Children’s Battery Chargers (Annex AA)
- Chargers provide a DC output safety extra-low voltage (SELV) not exceeding 30 V and rated power not exceeding 50 VA.
- Chargers suitable for outdoor use must meet Class III insulation and at least IPX7 ingress protection rating.
- Enclosures require a minimum of IP3X protection against solid objects.
- Special markings including the IEC 60417 symbol for indoor use and a smiling face symbol with “8+” to indicate suitability for children.
- Instructions must caution that only children eight and older should use the charger, clarifying it is not a toy and emphasizing safe use practices.
- Specification of maximum allowed temperature rises on accessible parts to prevent burns or injuries.
Mechanical and Electrical Safety Tests
- Mechanical strength tests include impact resistance and drop tests to ensure structural integrity.
- Electrical safety ensures no accessible live parts or metal parts separated by only basic insulation after enclosure damage.
- Limits on output voltage (not exceeding 42.4 V peak) and temperature rises for metal and non-metal parts accessible to users.
- Requirements on markings and instructions for safe and correct use.
Normative References
- Incorporates IEC 61558-2-7:1997 concerning safety for transformers used in toys, aligning with safety for battery chargers intended for children.
Applications
Household Battery Chargers
Designed for consumer use with batteries in household electrical appliances, ensuring safety during everyday operation and foreseeable misuse.Battery Chargers for Children
Specially designed for use by children aged 8 years and older, meeting additional safety measures such as low output voltage, protective markings, and clear instruction to mitigate risks of injury or misuse.Outdoor-Use Battery Chargers
Chargers intended for outdoor conditions require enhanced ingress protection and insulation standards to withstand environmental exposure while maintaining user safety.Manufacturers and Product Designers
Provides essential guidelines for designers and manufacturers of battery chargers to comply with international safety standards, facilitating market access and legal conformity.Safety Test Laboratories
Acts as a benchmark for testing facilities evaluating battery chargers' compliance regarding mechanical strength, electrical safety, and thermal performance.
Related Standards
- IEC 60335-1 – General safety requirements for household and similar electrical appliances.
- IEC 61558-2-7:1997 – Safety requirements for transformers and power supplies used in toys, referenced for battery chargers for children.
- IEC 61032 – Protection against access to live parts by test probes, ensuring user protection from electrical hazards.
- IEC 60068-2-75 – Mechanical shock and impact testing standards relevant for durability assessments.
- IEC 60068-2-32 – Free fall test providing guidelines for drop tests on electrical appliances.
Practical Value
Adherence to IEC 60335-2-29 Amendment 1 ensures superior safety of household battery chargers by addressing potential risks such as overheating, electric shock, and mechanical failure. For products aimed at children, the amendment provides clear directives on design and communication to safeguard this vulnerable user group. Manufacturers benefit from international compliance, simplifying regulatory approval and enhancing product reliability in the global market. Additionally, safety authorities and test labs rely on this amendment to certify products meet stringent safety rules, protecting consumers and reducing liability risks.
Keywords: IEC 60335-2-29 Amendment 1, battery charger safety standard, household electrical appliances, battery chargers for children, IEC battery charger requirements, electrical appliance safety, IEC standards for chargers, battery charger testing, safety of battery chargers, IEC battery charger amendment
IEC 60335-2-29:2002/AMD1:2004 - Amendment 1 - Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-29: Particular requirements for battery chargers Released:1/27/2004 Isbn:2831873738
IEC 60335-2-29:2002/AMD1:2004 - Amendment 1 - Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-29: Particular requirements for battery chargers Released:1/27/2004 Isbn:2831876494
Frequently Asked Questions
IEC 60335-2-29:2002/AMD1:2004 is a standard published by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). Its full title is "Amendment 1 - Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-29: Particular requirements for battery chargers". This standard covers: The contents of the corrigendum of November 2004 have been included in this copy.
The contents of the corrigendum of November 2004 have been included in this copy.
IEC 60335-2-29:2002/AMD1:2004 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 29.180 - Transformers. Reactors; 97.180 - Miscellaneous domestic and commercial equipment. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
IEC 60335-2-29:2002/AMD1:2004 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to IEC 60335-2-29:2002, IEC 60335-2-29:2002/AMD1:2004/COR1:2004, IEC 60335-2-29:2016. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
IEC 60335-2-29:2002/AMD1:2004 is available in PDF format for immediate download after purchase. The document can be added to your cart and obtained through the secure checkout process. Digital delivery ensures instant access to the complete standard document.
Standards Content (Sample)
INTERNATIONAL IEC
STANDARD
60335-2-29
AMENDMENT 1
2004-01
Amendment 1
Household and similar electrical appliances –
Safety –
Part 2-29:
Particular requirements for battery chargers
IEC 2004 Droits de reproduction réservés Copyright - all rights reserved
International Electrotechnical Commission, 3, rue de Varembé, PO Box 131, CH-1211 Geneva 20, Switzerland
Telephone: +41 22 919 02 11 Telefax: +41 22 919 03 00 E-mail: inmail@iec.ch Web: www.iec.ch
PRICE CODE
Commission Electrotechnique Internationale F
International Electrotechnical Commission
МеждународнаяЭлектротехническаяКомиссия
For price, see current catalogue
– 2 – 60335-2-29 Amend. 1 IEC:2004(E)
FOREWORD
This amendment has been prepared by IEC technical committee 61: Safety of household and
similar electrical appliances.
The text of this amendment is based on the following documents:
FDIS Report on voting
61/2536/FDIS 61/2580/RVD
Full information on the voting for the approval of this amendment can be found in the report
on voting indicated in the above table.
The committee has decided that the contents of the base publication and its amendments will
remain unchanged until 2006. At this date, the publication will be
• reconfirmed;
• withdrawn
• replaced by a revised edition, or
• amended.
___________
CONTENTS
Add the title of Annex AA as follows:
Annex AA (normative) Battery chargers for use by children
FOREWORD
Add the following to the list of differences existing in some countries:
– 6.1: The voltage limits for appliances suitable for outdoor use are different (USA).
– Annex AA, 11.8: Higher temperature rises are allowed (USA).
– Annex AA, Clause 17: Higher temperature rises are allowed (USA).
– Annex AA, 19.13: Higher temperature rises are allowed (USA).
INTRODUCTION
Replace the second sentence of the second paragraph by the following:
It also covers abnormal situations that can be expected in practice and takes into account the
way in which electromagnetic phenomena can affect the safe operation of appliances.
1 Scope
Delete the sixth dashed item from Note 102.
Add the following note:
NOTE 103 Requirements for battery chargers for use by children at least 8 years old without supervision are
given in Annex AA.
60335-2-29 Amend 1 IEC:2004(E) – 3 –
2 Normative references
Add the following new reference:
IEC 61558-2-7:1997, Safety of power transformers, power supply units and similar – Part 2-7:
Particular requirements for transformers for toys
21 Mechanical strength
Number the modification and addition as 21.1.
Add the following new annex:
Annex AA
(normative)
Battery chargers for use by children
Battery chargers intended to be used by children at least eight years old without supervision
shall comply with this standard but as modified by this annex. The battery chargers have a
d.c. output at safety extra-low voltage not exceeding 30 V and a rated output not exceeding
50 VA.
NOTE 1 Battery chargers covered by this annex are not considered to be toys.
NOTE 2 Additional subclauses and notes in the annex are numbered starting with 201.
5 General conditions for the tests
5.201 When batteries are used, the generally available rechargeable batteries giving the
most unfavourable conditions are used.
6 Classification
6.1 Modification:
Battery chargers suitable for outdoor use shall be class III. Other battery chargers shall be
class II or class III.
6.2 Addition:
Battery chargers suitable for outdoor use shall be at least IPX7.
6.201 Enclosures shall be classified at least IP3X with regard to protection against ingress
of solid foreign objects.
Compliance is checked by inspection.
7 Marking and instructions
7.1 Addition:
– 4 – 60335-2-29 Amend. 1 IEC:2004(E)
1)
Battery chargers for indoor use only shall be marked with symbol 5957 of IEC 60417 or with
the substance of the following:
For indoor use only
Battery chargers shall be marked with the IP number according to the degree of protection
against ingress of solid foreign objects.
Battery chargers shall be marked with the smiling face symbol together with 8+.
7.6 Addition:
2)
[future symbol 5957 of IEC
...
IEC 60335-2-29
Edition 4.0 2004-01
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
NORME
INTERNATIONALE
AMENDMENT 1
AMENDEMENT 1
Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety –
Part 2-29: Particular requirements for battery chargers
Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues – Sécurité –
Partie 2-29: Règles particulières pour les chargeurs de batterie
IEC 60335-2-29:2003/A1:2004
All rights reserved. Unless otherwise specified, no part of this publication may be reproduced or utilized in any form or by
any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and microfilm, without permission in writing from either IEC or
IEC's member National Committee in the country of the requester.
If you have any questions about IEC copyright or have an enquiry about obtaining additional rights to this publication,
please contact the address below or your local IEC member National Committee for further information.
Droits de reproduction réservés. Sauf indication contraire, aucune partie de cette publication ne peut être reproduite
ni utilisée sous quelque forme que ce soit et par aucun procédé, électronique ou mécanique, y compris la photocopie
et les microfilms, sans l'accord écrit de la CEI ou du Comité national de la CEI du pays du demandeur.
Si vous avez des questions sur le copyright de la CEI ou si vous désirez obtenir des droits supplémentaires sur cette
publication, utilisez les coordonnées ci-après ou contactez le Comité national de la CEI de votre pays de résidence.
IEC Central Office
3, rue de Varembé
CH-1211 Geneva 20
Switzerland
Email: inmail@iec.ch
Web: www.iec.ch
About the IEC
The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) is the leading global organization that prepares and publishes
International Standards for all electrical, electronic and related technologies.
About IEC publications
The technical content of IEC publications is kept under constant review by the IEC. Please make sure that you have the
latest edition, a corrigenda or an amendment might have been published.
ƒ Catalogue of IEC publications: www.iec.ch/searchpub
The IEC on-line Catalogue enables you to search by a variety of criteria (reference number, text, technical committee,…).
It also gives information on projects, withdrawn and replaced publications.
ƒ IEC Just Published: www.iec.ch/online_news/justpub
Stay up to date on all new IEC publications. Just Published details twice a month all new publications released. Available
on-line and also by email.
ƒ Electropedia: www.electropedia.org
The world's leading online dictionary of electronic and electrical terms containing more than 20 000 terms and definitions
in English and French, with equivalent terms in additional languages. Also known as the International Electrotechnical
Vocabulary online.
ƒ Customer Service Centre: www.iec.ch/webstore/custserv
If you wish to give us your feedback on this publication or need further assistance, please visit the Customer Service
Centre FAQ or contact us:
Email: csc@iec.ch
Tel.: +41 22 919 02 11
Fax: +41 22 919 03 00
A propos de la CEI
La Commission Electrotechnique Internationale (CEI) est la première organisation mondiale qui élabore et publie des
normes internationales pour tout ce qui a trait à l'électricité, à l'électronique et aux technologies apparentées.
A propos des publications CEI
Le contenu technique des publications de la CEI est constamment revu. Veuillez vous assurer que vous possédez
l’édition la plus récente, un corrigendum ou amendement peut avoir été publié.
ƒ Catalogue des publications de la CEI: www.iec.ch/searchpub/cur_fut-f.htm
Le Catalogue en-ligne de la CEI vous permet d’effectuer des recherches en utilisant différents critères (numéro de référence,
texte, comité d’études,…). Il donne aussi des informations sur les projets et les publications retirées ou remplacées.
ƒ Just Published CEI: www.iec.ch/online_news/justpub
Restez informé sur les nouvelles publications de la CEI. Just Published détaille deux fois par mois les nouvelles
publications parues. Disponible en-ligne et aussi par email.
ƒ Electropedia: www.electropedia.org
Le premier dictionnaire en ligne au monde de termes électroniques et électriques. Il contient plus de 20 000 termes et
définitions en anglais et en français, ainsi que les termes équivalents dans les langues additionnelles. Egalement appelé
Vocabulaire Electrotechnique International en ligne.
ƒ Service Clients: www.iec.ch/webstore/custserv/custserv_entry-f.htm
Si vous désirez nous donner des commentaires sur cette publication ou si vous avez des questions, visitez le FAQ du
Service clients ou contactez-nous:
Email: csc@iec.ch
Tél.: +41 22 919 02 11
Fax: +41 22 919 03 00
IEC 60335-2-29
Edition 4.0 2004-01
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
NORME
INTERNATIONALE
AMENDMENT 1
AMENDEMENT 1
Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety –
Part 2-29: Particular requirements for battery chargers
Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues – Sécurité –
Partie 2-29: Règles particulières pour les chargeurs de batterie
INTERNATIONAL
ELECTROTECHNICAL
COMMISSION
COMMISSION
ELECTROTECHNIQUE
PRICE CODE
INTERNATIONALE
G
CODE PRIX
ICS 97.180; 29.180 ISBN 2-8318-7649-4
– 2 – 60335-2-29 Amend 1 © IEC:2004
AVANT-PROPOS
Cet amendement a été établi par le comité d’études 61 de la CEI: Sécurité des appareils
électrodomestiques et analogues.
La présente version bilingue, publiée en 2004-09, correspond à la version anglaise.
Le texte anglais de cet amendement est issu des documents 61/2536/FDIS et 61/2580/RVD.
Le rapport de vote 61/2580/RVD donne toute information sur le vote ayant abouti à
l'approbation de cet amendement.
La version française de cet amendement n’a pas été soumise au vote.
Le comité a décidé que le contenu de cet amendement et de la publication de base ne sera
pas modifié avant la date de maintenance indiquée sur le site web de la CEI sous
"http://webstore.iec.ch" dans les données relatives à la publication recherchée. A cette date,
la publication sera
• reconduite,
• supprimée,
• remplacée par une édition révisée, ou
• amendée.
Le contenu du corrigendum de novembre 2004 a été pris en considération dans cet
exemplaire.
___________
SOMMAIRE
Ajouter le titre de la nouvelle Annexe AA
Annexe AA (normative) Chargeurs de batterie destinés à être utilisés par les enfants
AVANT-PROPOS
Ajouter ce qui suit à la liste des différences existant dans certains pays:
– 6.1: Les limites de tension pour les appareils adaptés à une utilisation extérieure sont différentes (USA).
– Annexe AA, 11.8: Des échauffements supérieurs sont autorisés (USA).
– Annexe AA, Article 17: Des échauffements supérieurs sont autorisés (USA).
– Annexe AA, 19.13: Des échauffements supérieurs sont autorisés (USA).
INTRODUCTION
Remplacer la deuxième phrase du deuxième alinéa par ce qui suit:
Elle couvre également les situations anormales auxquelles on peut s'attendre dans la pratique
et prend en considération les phénomènes électromagnétiques qui peuvent affecter le
fonctionnement en toute sécurité des appareils.
60335-2-29 Amend 1 © IEC:2004 – 3 –
FOREWORD
This amendment has been prepared by IEC technical committee 61: Safety of household and
similar electrical appliances.
This bilingual version, published in 2004-09, corresponds to the English version.
The text of this amendment is based on the following documents:
FDIS Report on voting
61/2536/FDIS 61/2580/RVD
Full information on the voting for the approval of this amendment can be found in the report
on voting indicated in the above table.
The committee has decided that the contents of this amendment and the base publication will
remain unchanged until the maintenance result date indicated on the IEC web site under
"http://webstore.iec.ch" in the data related to the specific publication. At this date, the
publication will be
• reconfirmed,
• withdrawn,
• replaced by a revised edition, or
• amended.
The contents of the corrigendum of November 2004 have been included in this copy.
_____________
CONTENTS
Add the title of Annex AA as follows:
Annex AA (normative) Battery chargers for use by children
FOREWORD
Add the following to the list of differences existing in some countries:
– 6.1: The voltage limits for appliances suitable for outdoor use are different (USA).
– Annex AA, 11.8: Higher temperature rises are allowed (USA).
– Annex AA, Clause 17: Higher temperature rises are allowed (USA).
– Annex AA, 19.13: Higher temperature rises are allowed (USA).
INTRODUCTION
Replace the second sentence of the second paragraph by the following:
It also covers abnormal situations that can be expected in practice and takes into account the
way in which electromagnetic phenomena can affect the safe operation of appliances.
– 4 – 60335-2-29 Amend 1 CEI:2004
1 Domaine d’application
Supprimer le sixième tiret de la Note 102.
Ajouter la note suivante:
NOTE 103 Les exigences applicables aux chargeurs de batterie destinés à être utilisés par des enfants âgés de
huit ans au moins, sans surveillance, sont fournies dans l’Annexe AA.
2 Références normatives
Ajouter la nouvelle référence suivante:
CEI 61558-2-7:1997, Sécurité des transformateurs, blocs d’alimentation et analogues –
Partie 2: Règles particulières pour les transformateurs pour jouets
21 Résistance mécanique
Remplacer «Modification» par «21.1 Modification».
60335-2-29 Amend 1 IEC:2004 – 5 –
1 Scope
Delete the sixth dashed item from Note 102.
Add the following note:
NOTE 103 Requirements for battery chargers for use by children at least 8 years old without supervision are
given in Annex AA.
2 Normative references
Add the following new reference:
IEC 61558-2-7:1997, Safety of power transformers, power supply units and similar – Part 2-7:
Particular requirements for transformers for toys
21 Mechanical strength
Number the modification and addition as 21.1.
– 6 – 60335-2-29 Amend 1 CEI:2004
Ajouter la nouvelle annexe suivante:
Annexe AA
(normative)
Chargeurs de batterie destinés à être utilisés par les enfants
Les chargeurs de batterie destinés à être utilisés par des enfants âgés de huit ans au moins,
sans surveillance, doivent être conformes à cette norme, en tenant compte des modifications
fournies par cette annexe. Les chargeurs de batterie délivrent une très basse tension de
sécurité ne dépassant pas 30 V en courant continu et ont une puissance assignée ne
dépassant pas 50 VA.
NOTE 1 Les chargeurs de batterie couverts par cette annexe ne sont pas considérés comme des jouets.
NOTE 2 Dans cette annexe, les paragraphes et notes complémentaires sont numérotés à partir de 201.
5 Conditions générales d’essais
5.201 Lorsque des batteries sont utilisées, on utilise des batteries rechargeables
généralement disponibles et donnant les conditions les plus défavorables.
6 Classification
6.1 Modification:
Les chargeurs de batterie adaptés pour une utilisation extérieure doivent être de classe III.
Les autres chargeurs de batterie doivent être de la classe II ou de la classe III.
6.2 Addition:
Les chargeurs de batterie adaptés pour une utilisation extérieure doivent être au moins IPX7.
6.201 Les enveloppes doivent être classées au moins IP3X en ce qui conc
...














Questions, Comments and Discussion
Ask us and Technical Secretary will try to provide an answer. You can facilitate discussion about the standard in here.
Loading comments...