IEC 60947-9-2:2021

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Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear –
Part 9-2: Active arc-fault mitigation systems – Optical-based internal
arc‑detection and mitigation devices

Appareillage à basse tension –
Partie 9-2: Systèmes actifs de limitation des défauts d'arc – Dispositifs optiques
de détection et de limitation d’arcs internes

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IEC 60947-9-2 ®
Edition 1.0 2021-04
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
NORME
INTERNATIONALE
colour
inside
Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear –

Part 9-2: Active arc-fault mitigation systems – Optical-based internal

arc‑detection and mitigation devices

Appareillage à basse tension –

Partie 9-2: Systèmes actifs de limitation des défauts d'arc – Dispositifs optiques

de détection et de limitation d’arcs internes

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ICS 29.120.40; 29.130.20 ISBN 978-2-8322-9606-6

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CONTENTS
FOREWORD . 7
INTRODUCTION . 9
1 Scope . 11
2 Normative references . 12
3 Terms and definitions . 13
4 Classification . 16
4.1 IACD type . 16
4.1.1 Stand-alone type IACD . 16
4.1.2 Multifunction-type IACD . 17
4.1.3 Combined-type IACD . 17
4.2 Combination of sensors . 18
4.2.1 Optical sensors-only type . 18
4.2.2 Optical sensors and secondary sensors type . 18
4.3 Binary output types . 19
4.3.1 Operate output . 19
4.3.2 Auxiliary binary output . 19
5 Characteristics . 19
5.1 Maximum arc-fault detection time . 19
5.2 Maximum arc-fault extinction time . 19
5.3 Minimum arc-fault detection current value . 19
5.4 Maximum prospective short-circuit current value . 19
6 Product information . 20
6.1 Nature of information . 20
6.2 Markings . 20
6.3 Instructions for installation, operation, maintenance, decommissioning and
dismantling . 21
7 Normal service, mounting and transport conditions . 22
8 Constructional and performance requirements . 22
8.1 Constructional requirements . 22
8.1.1 General . 22
8.1.2 Creepages and clearances . 22
8.1.3 Material requirement . 22
8.2 Performance requirements . 23
8.2.1 General . 23
8.2.2 Operating conditions . 23
8.2.3 Temperature-rise . 23
8.3 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) . 24
9 Tests . 24
9.1 General – Kind of tests . 24
9.2 Compliance with constructional requirements . 24
9.3 Type tests . 24
9.3.1 General . 24
9.3.2 Guidance on sample selection . 26
9.3.3 Light-immunity tests . 29
9.3.4 Detection and extinction tests . 31
9.3.5 Dielectric properties . 37

9.3.6 EMC tests . 38
9.3.7 Environmental tests . 39
9.3.8 Temperature-rise tests . 41
9.3.9 Functional tests . 41
9.4 Routine tests. 41
9.4.1 General . 41
9.4.2 Functional requirements . 42
9.4.3 Safety requirements. 42
10 Test report . 43
Annex A (normative) Detection tests under reduced energy arcs . 44
A.1 General . 44
A.2 Electrical test circuit, electrodes and arc parameters . 45
A.2.1 Electrical test circuit . 45
A.2.2 Calibration of test circuit . 45
A.2.3 Electrodes . 45
A.2.4 Ignition wire . 45
A.2.5 Arc electrical values . 45
A.2.6 Environmental conditions . 46
A.2.7 Conditioning of test objects . 46
A.3 Preparation and maintenance . 46
A.3.1 Preparation and conditioning of the test box . 46
A.3.2 Care and maintenance of the test equipment . 47
A.4 Optical sensors conditioning and positioning . 47
A.5 Instructions for IACD maintenance during test sequence . 49
Annex B (normative) Detection and extinction tests for high energy arcs . 50
B.1 General . 50
B.2 Test specimen, electrical test circuit, arc parameters . 50
B.2.1 Test specimen (stand-alone or multifunction-type IACD) . 50
B.2.2 Test specimen (combined-type IACD) . 51
B.2.3 Electrical test circuit . 55
B.2.4 IACD configuration . 56
B.2.5 Arc parameters . 56
B.3 Environmental conditions . 56
B.4 Optical sensors conditioning and positioning . 57
B.5 Instructions for maintenance . 58
Annex C (normative) Arcing current parameters . 59
C.1 Preamble . 59
C.2 The different phases of an arc . 59
C.3 Detection of arc initiation (t ) . 60
C.4 Arc continuity . 62
C.5 Detection of arc-extinction . 62
C.5.1 General . 62
C.5.2 Quenching device . 62
C.5.3 Current-switching device . 62
C.6 Measurement means . 62
C.7 Waveform consistency . 62
Annex D (informative) IACD optical measurements . 64
D.1 Preamble . 64

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D.1.1 General . 64
D.1.2 Photometry – The appearance point of view . 64
D.1.3 Radiometry – The technical point of view . 64
D.2 The different optical units . 64
D.2.1 General . 64
D.2.2 The luminosity function . 65
D.2.3 How to use the luminosity function . 66
D.3 Light measurement . 68
D.3.1 Use of a luxmeter . 68
D.3.2 Use of a spectrometer . 69
D.3.3 Spectrometer operation . 70
D.3.4 Calibration . 71
D.3.5 Absolute irradiance calibration . 73
D.3.6 Luxmeter operation . 73
D.3.7 Luxmeter calibration . 74
D.3.8 Luxmeter to spectrometer comparison . 75
D.4 Measuring the sensitivity and bandwidth of the optical sensors of an IACD . 75
Annex E (normative) Ambient light immunity tests . 77
E.1 General . 77
E.2 Test method . 78
E.2.1 Principle . 78
E.2.2 IACD installation and setup. 78
E.2.3 Environmental conditions . 79
E.2.4 Requirements for light source . 79
E.2.5 Requirements for luxmeter . 79
E.2.6 Calibration and testing method . 80
E.2.7 Test report . 82
Annex F (informative) Items subject to agreement between manufacturer and user . 83
Bibliography . 84

Figure 1 – Optical-based IACD schematic (stand-alone type and no secondary sensor) . 11
Figure 2 – Stand-alone type IACD architecture overview . 17
Figure 3 – Multifunction-type IACD architecture overview . 17
Figure 4 – Combined-type IACD architecture overview. 18
Figure 5 – Stand-alone IACD (hardware) architecture . 27
Figure 6 – Multifunction-type IACD (hardware) architecture . 28
Figure 7 – Reduced energy detection tests – Arrangement principle . 33
Figure 8 – Method of test . 35
Figure 9 – High energy detection and extinction tests – Arrangement principle . 36
Figure A.1 – Arc-test box outline . 44
Figure A.2 – Positioning principle (point-sensor test case) . 48
Figure A.3 – Positioning principle (optical fibre test case) . 49
Figure B.1 – Three-phase edge-to-edge arrangement principle (stand-alone or
multifunction-type, top view) . 50
Figure B.2 – Three-phase face-to-face arrangement principle (stand-alone or
multifunction-type, top view) . 51

Figure B.3 – Three-phase edge-to-edge arrangement principle (line combined-type, top
view) . 52
Figure B.4 – Three-phase face-to-face arrangement principle (line combined-type, top

view) . 53
Figure B.5 – Three-phase test edge-to-edge arrangement principle (parallel combined-
type, top view) . 54
Figure B.6 – Three-phase test face-to-face arrangement principle (parallel combined-
type, top view) . 55
Figure B.7 – Positioning of optical sensor vs arc . 57
Figure C.1 – Detection of arc ignition . 61
Figure C.2 – Example of invalid test due to unintended arcing caused by incorrect

connection of ignition wire . 63
Figure D.1 – The luminosity function, also known as υ(λ) curve, describes the
sensitivity of the human eye . 66
Figure D.2 – Example of a measured absolute irradiance spectrum from an arc formed
across two copper busbars at 5 kA (RMS) 60 Hz . 67
Figure D.3 – Resulting integrals of the illuminance, Φ , and irradiance, Φ , produced
v e
from the measured arc data taken from Figure D.2 . 68
Figure D.4 – Block diagram of typical luxmeter circuit . 69
Figure D.5 – Example of spectral irradiance measurement from a compact
fluorescent light . 69
Figure D.6 – Basic components of a spectrometer . 71
Figure D.7 – Calculated emission of a Planck’s emitter at 2 500 K, υ(λ) curve and
resulting overlap . 73
Figure D.8 – Calibration bench for luxmeters . 74
Figure D.9 – Examples of spectral irradiance measured at 50 cm distance between
spectrometer and light source . 76
Figure D.10 – Spectral irradiance examples comparing a continuous xenon light source
to a pulsed xenon light source . 76
Figure E.1 – Calibrating the system for 2 000 lx . 78
Figure E.2 – Luxmeter readings for QTH at 207 W (6,50 A at 31,8 V) at various
distances between the luxmeter and the light source . 80
Figure E.3 – Test setup for an IACD fitted with point-sensor . 81
Figure E.4 – Test setup for an IACD fitted with optical fibre sensor . 81

d
Table 1 – Markings and indications for an IACD . 20
Table 2 – Test conditions for glow-wire test . 23
Table 3 – Tests sequences for standalone-type or multifunction-type IACD . 25
Table 4 – Tests sequences for combined-type IACD . 26
Table 5 – General conditions of tests under high energy . 37
Table 6 − EMC − Emission tests . 39
Table 7 – Insulation test parameters . 40
Table 8 – Vibration test parameters . 40
Table A.1 – Test circuit conditions . 45
Table A.2 – Ignition wire specifications . 45
Table A.3 – Arc parameters . 46
Table A.4 – Environmental conditions . 46

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Table A.5 – Point-sensor positioning values . 47
Table A.6 – Optical fibre sensor positioning values . 48
Table B.1 – Test circuit conditions . 56
Table B.2 – Arc values . 56
Table B.3 – Environmental conditions . 57
Table B.4 – Point-sensor positioning values . 58
Table B.5 – Optical fibre sensor positioning values . 58
Table B.6 – Authorized maintenance . 58
Table C.1 – Main phases of an arc-fault . 59
Table D.1 – Selected photometric and radiometric definitions and units . 65
Table E.1 – Minimum ambient light values regarding specific workplaces . 77

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IEC 60947-9-2 has been prepared by subcommittee 121A: Low-voltage switchgear and
controlgear, of IEC technical committee 121: Switchgear and controlgear and their assemblies
for low voltage. It is an International Standard.
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INTRODUCTION
Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear, as well as complementary protective and measuring
devices, are installed in assemblies according to IEC 61439 series standards and/or others,
which provide rules and requirements for interface characteristics, service conditions,
construction, performance and verification.
The main objective of these standards is to achieve the safe operation of low-voltage switchgear
and controlgear assemblies under normal operating conditions as well as under abnormal
operating conditions, e.g. occurrence of overvoltage, overload or short-circuit currents.
The case of an arc-fault inside a LV assembly is considered by the following publications:
– IEC TR 61641, which specify tests requirements for assemblies under internal arc-fault;
– IEC TR 61439-0:2013, which identifies arc-fault containment in its Annex C;
– IEC TS 63107, which specifies tests to verify correct integration of internal arc-fault
mitigation systems in power switchgear and controlgear assemblies (PSC assemblies)
according to IEC 61439-2.
Even in a Class I assembly according to IEC TR 61641, the occurrence of an internal arc cannot
be completely excluded. Typically, internal arc-faults result from:
– conducting materials inadvertently left inside equipment during manufacture, installation or
maintenance;
– failures in materials or workmanship;
– inadvertent contact with a live conductor;
– entry of small animals such as mice, snakes, ants, etc.;
– use of an incorrect assembly for the application resulting in overheating and subsequently
an internal arcing fault;
– inappropriate operating conditions (for example water, fungus, or dust);
– incorrect operation; or,
– lack of maintenance or inappropriate maintenance (loose parts, paint, etc.).
The occurrence of arcs inside enclosed assemblies is associated with various physical
phenomena. For example, the arc energy resulting from an arc developed in air at atmospheric
pressure within the enclosure will cause an internal overpressure and local overheating which
will result in mechanical and thermal stressing of the assembly. Moreover, the materials
involved may produce hot decomposition products, either gases, metals or vapours, which may
be discharged outside of the enclosure.
Due to the risk of personal injury, damage and loss of energy supply as consequences of
internal arc-faults there is a growing demand for internal arc-fault sensing and mitigation. This
is the reason why some standards have been drafted to give specifications including test
protocol and acceptance criteria for corresponding devices. Arc-fault effects can be dramatically
reduced by active arc-fault mitigation systems, combining fast detection of the internal arc-fault,
and related actions on short-circuit protection devices and/or additional quenching devices.
Therefore, the application of such devices can result in:
– reduction of incident/released energy;
– shortening of power outage/downtime (by minimizing damage to the enclosed equipment,
switchgear and controlgear as well as other measuring and protective devices);
– limitation of side-effects to other systems, due to high and continuously increasing density
of installed apparatus.
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This document is intended to cover devices and functions dedicated to:
– detect an arc-fault internal to an assembly by processing optical effects of an internal arc-
fault, and to signal and trigger devices intended to mitigate the internal arc-fault, and
– detect by processing optical effects of an internal arc-fault and mitigate the impact of the
internal arc-fault by its extinction.
NOTE Even when both terms are related to assemblies in which an arc occurs between conductors, arc-flash is
terminology mainly used in NFPA 70E, CSA Z462 and IEEE 1584, which usually describes effects of direct exposure
of workers to thermal energy emitted, whereas the term "internal arc-fault" as used in this document describes the
hot-gas flow phenomena which can injure people in the vicinity of the arcing current.

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Part 9-2: Active arc-fault mitigation systems –
Optical-based internal arc-detection and mitigation devices

1 Scope
This document covers internal arc-fault control devices, hereinafter referred to as IACD, which
are intended to:
– detect internal arc-faults in low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies, by
processing (at a minimum) the optical effect of an internal arc-fault, and
– operate mitigation device (either external or combined)
in order to minimize the effects of the internal arc-fault (see Figure 1).
For the purpose of this document the terms "light" or "optical" covers more than visible spectra.
They may cover also, for example, infrared or ultraviolet electromagnetic radiations (see
Annex D).
For combined-type IACD, this document is considered in addition to the relevant product
standard for internal arc-fault mitigation devices (IARD per IEC TS 63107:2020). Compliance
to the relevant product standard is mandatory and cannot be claimed by testing to this document
alone.
NOTE 1 Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies are usually described by IEC 61439 series.

NOTE This figure displays a simplified IACD schematic with only one optical sensor and no other sensing means
that can be used for secondary confirmation of an arcing fault, such as current sensing.
Key
1 assembly enclosure
2 internal arc-fault
3 optical sensor
4 processing unit
5 trigger output used to operate e.g. mitigation device
Figure 1 – Optical-based IACD schematic (stand-alone type and no secondary sensor)
Therefore, this document covers the following:
– internal arc-fault control device (stand-alone, multifunction or combined);
– one or more associated sensor(s) used to detect optical effect of the internal arc-fault;
– sensor(s), sensing another physical effect, to confirm the fault;
– associated or combined mitigation device.

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An IACD is not intended to trigger under normal operation of low-voltage switchgear and
controlgear (i.e. absence of internal arc-fault), including normal arcing associated with
operation of disconnecting and switching devices.
This document only covers the following methods:
– optical detection of the light caused by an internal arc-fault;
– optional confirmation of internal arc-fault by line current measurement.
Many different conductive materials could be used in LV assemblies (e.g. steel, copper,
aluminium). Nevertheless, tests specified in this document are deemed to represent the most
critical and challenging conditions for arc-detection and cover all combinations of conductive
materials.
NOTE 2 Compared to other materials (e.g. steel, aluminium), copper leads to a lower optical radiation energy.
The rated voltage of the assembly in which an IACD is installed does not exceed 1 000 V AC.
Such devices are designed to be operated and maintained by skilled persons only.
This document does not cover:
– DC internal arc-fault detection and control;
– overcurrent relays;
– AFDD (arc-fault detection devices) as defined by IEC 62606;
– guidance on installation within assemblies;
NOTE 3 The integration of an IACD into an assembly is described in IEC TS 63107.
– use with additional measures needed for installation and operation within explosive
atmospheres. These are given in IEC 60079 series documents;
– requirements for embedded software and firmware design rules; for this subject, the
manufacturer is responsible for taking additional safety measures;
NOTE 4 IEC TR 63201 describes rules for firmware and embedded software development preventing errors in
software.
– cybersecurity aspects; for this subject, the manufacturer is responsible for taking additional
safety measures;
NOTE 5 See IEC TS 63208.
– mobile applications.
NOTE 6 Even when addressing internal arc-fault mitigation devices, this document does not supersede any other
relevant product standard (e.g. IEC 60947-2 or IEC 60947-9-1).
NOTE 7 DC arcing fault phenomena are under consideration. Further investigation is needed to comprehend DC
arcing phenomena and required sensing.
2 Normative references
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content
constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies.
For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any
amendments) applies.
IEC 60068-2-6:2007, Environmental testing – Part 2-6: Tests – Test Fc: Vibration (sinusoidal)
IEC 60068-2-27:2008, Environmental testing – Part 2-27: Tests – Test Ea and guidance: Shock

IEC 60068-2-30:2005, Environmental testing – Part 2-30: Tests – Test Db: Damp heat, cyclic
(12 h + 12 h cycle)
IEC 60255-27:2013, Measuring relays and protection equipment – Part 27: Product safety
requirements
IEC 60695-2-10, Fire hazard testing – Part 2-10: Glowing/hot-wire based test methods – Glow-
wire apparatus and common test procedure
IEC 60695-2-11:2014, Fire hazard testing – Part 2-11: Glowing/hot-wire based test methods –
Glow-wire flammability test method for end-products (GWEPT)
IEC 60695-2-12, Fire hazard testing – Part 2-12: Glowing/hot-wire based test methods – Glow-
wire flammability index (GWFI) test method for materials
IEC 60715:2017, Dimensions of low-voltage switchgear and controlgear – Standardized
mounting on rails for mechanical support of switchgear, controlgear and accessories
IEC 60947-1:2020, Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear – Part 1: General rules
IEC 60947-2:2016, Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear – Part 2: Circuit-breakers
...