Switches for household and similar fixed electrical installations - Part 2-1: Particular requirements - Electronic control devices

To give requirements and tests for electronic control devices, a general term to cover electronic switches, HBES/BACS switches and electronic extension units.
It applies to electronic switches and to HBES/BACS switches, for alternating current (AC) only with a rated switching voltage not exceeding 250 V and a rated current not exceeding 16 A, intended for household and similar fixed electrical installations, either indoors or outdoors.
It also applies to electronic extension units with a rated supply voltage not exceeding 250 V AC and 120 V DC.
This Part of IEC 60669 also applies to electronic control devices which include integrated radio receivers and transmitters.

Schalter für Haushalt und ähnliche ortsfeste elektrische Installationen - Teil 2-1: Besondere Anforderungen - Elektronische Schalter

Interrupteurs pour installations électriques fixes domestiques et analogues - Partie 2-1: Exigences particulières - Dispositifs de commande électronique

Stikala za gospodinjstva in podobne nepremične električne inštalacije - 2-1. del: Posebne zahteve - Elektronske kontrolne naprave - Dopolnilo A11

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Status
Published
Public Enquiry End Date
29-Apr-2022
Publication Date
06-Apr-2023
Technical Committee
Current Stage
6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
Start Date
21-Sep-2022
Due Date
26-Nov-2022
Completion Date
07-Apr-2023

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SLOVENSKI STANDARD
SIST EN IEC 60669-2-1:2023/A11:2023
01-maj-2023
Stikala za gospodinjstva in podobne nepremične električne inštalacije - 2-1. del:
Posebne zahteve - Elektronske kontrolne naprave - Dopolnilo A11
Switches for household and similar fixed electrical installations - Part 2-1: Particular
requirements - Electronic control devices
Schalter für Haushalt und ähnliche ortsfeste elektrische Installationen - Teil 2-1:
Besondere Anforderungen - Elektronische Schalter
Interrupteurs pour installations électriques fixes domestiques et analogues - Partie 2-1:
Exigences particulières - Dispositifs de commande électronique
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN IEC 60669-2-1:2022/A11:2022
ICS:
29.120.40 Stikala Switches
97.120 Avtomatske krmilne naprave Automatic controls for
za dom household use
SIST EN IEC 60669-2-1:2023/A11:2023 en,fr,de
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

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EUROPEAN STANDARD EN IEC 60669-2-1:2022/A11

NORME EUROPÉENNE

EUROPÄISCHE NORM September 2022
ICS 29.120.40
English Version
Switches for household and similar fixed electrical installations -
Part 2-1: Particular requirements - Electronic control devices
Interrupteurs pour installations électriques fixes Schalter für Haushalt und ähnliche ortsfeste elektrische
domestiques et analogues - Partie 2-1: Exigences Installationen - Teil 2-1: Besondere Anforderungen -
particulières - Dispositifs de commande électronique Elektronische Schalter
This amendment A11 modifies the European Standard EN IEC 60669-2-1:2022; it was approved by CENELEC on 2022-07-12. 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.
CENELEC members are the national electrotechnical committees of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, the Czech Republic,
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,
Türkiye 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
© 2022 CENELEC All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved worldwide for CENELEC Members.
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EN IEC 60669-2-1:2022/A11:2022 (E)
European foreword
This document EN IEC 60669-2-1:2022/A11:2022 has been prepared by CLC/TC 23BX “Switches, boxes and
enclosures for household and similar purposes, plugs and socket outlet for D.C.”.
The following dates are fixed:
• latest date by which this document has to be (dop) 2023-07-12
implemented at national level by publication of
an identical national standard or by
endorsement
• latest date by which the national standards (dow) 2025-07-12
conflicting with this document have to be
withdrawn
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.
This document is read in conjunction with EN IEC 60669-2-1:2022.
This document has been prepared under a Standardization Request given to CENELEC by the European
Commission and the European Free Trade Association.
Any feedback and questions on this document should be directed to the users’ national committee. A complete
listing of these bodies can be found on the CENELEC website.
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1 Modification to Clause 1, “Scope”
Delete Note 2.
th
Replace the beginning of the 8 paragraph with:
“The operation and/or control as mentioned in the paragraph above can be transmitted by an electronic
signal…”
Replace the last but one paragraph with:
“This document also applies to electronic control devices using DLT-technology in accordance with
IEC 62756-1. Additional Requirements are given in Annex CC.”
2 Modification to Clause 16, “Insulation resistance and electric strength”
In Table 15, delete Note 4.
3 Modification to 17.1, “General”
In Table 101, in Note b) and c), replace the word “relevant” with “assessed”.
In Table 101, replace Note g) with:
“g) If a component complies to an IEC component standard and thermal considerations are included in such a
standard, this Table 101 shall not be applicable to such a component.”
4 Modification to 18.1, “General”
Change Note 1 and 2 to normative text.
Change the Note in Table 102 to normative text.
Replace the paragraph below Table 102 with:
“The tests are made by means of an apparatus which is arranged to simulate normal operation.”
In 18.102 Electronic switches and HBES/BACS switches for control of the voltage of iron core
rd
transformers for extra-low-voltage incandescent lamps, delete “to simulate making” in the 3 but last
paragraph.
5 Modification to 19.1, “General”
th th th
Replace the 5 , 6 and 7 paragraphs with:
“For HBES/BACS switches, the tests according to 19.101 and 19.108 are conducted on the complete
HBES/BACS switch which shall be controlled by the electronic extension units as described in the product
instructions.
The electronic extension units are tested when installed according to the product instructions so as to verify
that they are capable of controlling the electronic switch or the HBES/BACS switch in accordance with this
Clause 19.
For electronic switches and HBES/BACS switches with included automatic function the number of operations
for tests of 19.101, 19.102, 19.104, 19.106 and 19.108 is that specified in the relevant subclause. If the
declared number of operations are higher than those indicated in the relevant subclause, the tests shall be
made according to the declared value.”
6 Modification to 23.102.3
Replace in the first paragraph at the first occurrence “Table 107” with “Table 108”.
Replace in NOTE 101 “Table 107” with “Table 108”.
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7 Modification to Clause 26, “EMC requirements”
Replace 26.1 as follows:
“26.1 General
Electronic control devices shall be designed to operate correctly under the conditions of the electromagnetic
environment in which they are intended to be used. This applies particularly for electronic control devices
intended to be connected to AC low-voltage public supply systems where the design shall take into account
the normal disturbances on the supply system, as defined by the compatibility levels given in IEC 61000-2-2.
The tests are carried out with one new specimen.
Example of test set-ups are described in Annex DD.
For electronic control devices using Radio Technology, depending on the frequency, the RF-requirements of
ETSI EN 300 328, ETSI EN 300 220-1, ETSI EN 300 220-2, ETSI EN 300 440, ETSI EN 301 489-1, ETSI EN
301 489-3, ETSI EN 301 489-4, ETSI EN 301 489-17 apply.
For EN 55015 and EN 55032, 80/80 rules shall not be considered as they do not ensure the presumption of
conformity of the EMC and RED directive.
The use of dedicated software for testing purposes is allowed, providing that all significant functions are
exercised.
For electronic switches and HBES/BACS switches, the manufacturer shall specify all details related to the
load, as given in the manufacturer`s documentation.
26.1.1 For electronic control devices not using RF (Radio Frequency), 26.2 and 26.3 apply.
26.1.2 For electronic control devices using RF (Radio Frequency), 26.2 and 26.3 apply with the following
additions:
Exclusion bands are defined in the EUT relevant part of ETSI EN 301 489 series. In the exclusion bands a
temporary loss of RF transmission is allowed.
In case ETSI EN 301 489 series requests additional tests they shall be carried out and the RF functions shall
meet the performance criteria.
For HBES/BACS switches using PL (power line), the emission requirements of EN 50065-1 and in addition the
relevant requirements of EN 50065-2-2, EN 50065-2-3, EN 50561-1, EN 50561-2, EN 50561-3 apply.
Compliance is checked by the tests of 26.2 and 26.3.”
In 26.2.1 General:
nd
Replace in the 2 paragraph:
“manufacturers specifications” with “product instructions”
th
Replace the 5 paragraph with:
“The electronic control device shall be tested according to Table 113 with or without operation of the electronic
control device as specified in the relevant paragraph of Clause 26.”
Replace in the last but one paragraph:
“As an alternative,” with “For devices,”
In 26.2.6 Radiated electromagnetic field test:
Replace the third paragraph with:
“The test is carried out according to IEC 61000-4-3 by applying requirements in Table 117 with the exception
of the exclusion band as defined in the relevant product standard for transmitters, receivers and duplex
transceivers, providing the device contains such transmitters, receivers and duplex transceivers.”
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Add at the end of 5th paragraph:
“…, according to the intended use of the product”
In Table 117:
Replace note b with:
“A test level of 10 V/m applies except for the ITU broadcast frequency bands 87 MHz to 108 MHz, 174 MHz
to 230 MHz and 470 MHz to 790 MHz.”
In 26.3.1 Low-frequency emission:
Replace the 2nd paragraph with:
“Electronic control devices shall comply with IEC 61000-3-2:2018 and IEC 61000-3-3:2013 with IEC 61000-3-
3:2013/AMD1:2017.”
Replace 26.3.2 as follows:
“26.3.2 Conducted radio-frequency emission on main, load/or control terminal:
Electronic control devices shall be so designed that they do not cause excessive radio interference.
1.
The electronic control device shall comply with the requirements of CISPR 14-1:2016 or CISPR 15:2018
2
For electronic control devices used for electrical lighting application CISPR 15:2018 applies.”
In 26.3.3 Conducted radio frequency emission 0,15 MHz to 30 MHz on TP media and communication
...

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
SIST EN IEC 60669-2-1:202X/oprAA:2022
01-april-2022
Stikala za gospodinjstva in podobne nepremične električne inštalacije - 2-1. del:
Posebne zahteve - Elektronska stikala - Dopolnilo AA
Switches for household and similar fixed electrical installations - Part 2-1: Particular
requirements - Electronic control devices
Schalter für Haushalt und ähnliche ortsfeste elektrische Installationen - Teil 2-1:
Besondere Anforderungen - Elektronische Schalter
Interrupteurs pour installations électriques fixes domestiques et analogues - Partie 2-1:
Exigences particulières - Dispositifs de commande électronique
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN IEC 60669-2-1:2021/prAA
ICS:
29.120.40 Stikala Switches
SIST EN IEC 60669-2- en,fr,de
1:202X/oprAA:2022
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

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EUROPEAN STANDARD DRAFT
EN IEC 60669-2-1:2021
NORME EUROPÉENNE

EUROPÄISCHE NORM
prAA
February 2022
ICS 29.120.40
English Version
Switches for household and similar fixed electrical installations -
Part 2-1: Particular requirements - Electronic control devices
Interrupteurs pour installations électriques fixes Schalter für Haushalt und ähnliche ortsfeste elektrische
domestiques et analogues - Partie 2-1: Exigences Installationen - Teil 2-1: Besondere Anforderungen -
particulières - Dispositifs de commande électronique Elektronische Schalter
This draft amendment prAA, if approved, will modify the European Standard EN IEC 60669-2-1:2021; it is submitted to CENELEC members
for enquiry.
Deadline for CENELEC: 2022-05-06.

It has been drawn up by CLC/TC 23BX.

If this draft becomes an amendment, 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.

This draft amendment was established by CENELEC 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.

CENELEC members are the national electrotechnical committees of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, the Czech Republic,
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.

Recipients of this draft are invited to submit, with their comments, notification of any relevant patent rights of which they are aware and to
provide supporting documentation.

Warning : This document is not a European Standard. It is distributed for review and comments. It is subject to change without notice and
shall not be referred to as a European Standard.



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
© 2022 CENELEC All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved worldwide for CENELEC Members.
Project: 70716 Ref. No. EN IEC 60669-2-1:2021/prAA E

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SIST EN IEC 60669-2-1:202X/oprAA:2022
EN IEC 60669-2-1:2021/prAA:2022 (E)
European foreword
This document EN IEC 60669-2-1:2021/prAA:2022 has been prepared by CLC/TC 23BX “Switches, boxes
and enclosures for household and similar purposes, plugs and socket outlet for D.C.”.
This document is currently submitted to the Enquiry.
The following dates are proposed:
• latest date by which the existence of this (doa) dor + 6 months
document has to be announced at national level
• latest date by which this document has to be (dop) dor + 12 months
implemented at national level by publication of
an identical national standard or by
endorsement
• latest date by which the national standards (dow) dor + 36 months
conflicting with this document have to be (to be confirmed or
withdrawn modified when voting)
This document is read in conjunction with EN IEC 60669-2-1:2021.
This document has been prepared under a Standardization Request given to CENELEC by the European
Commission and the European Free Trade Association.
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SIST EN IEC 60669-2-1:202X/oprAA:2022
EN IEC 60669-2-1:2021/prAA:2022 (E)
1 Modification to Clause 1, “Scope”
Delete Note 2.
th
Replace the beginning of the 8 paragraph with:
“The operation and/or control as mentioned in the paragraph above can be transmitted by an electronic
signal…”
Replace the last but one paragraph with:
“This standard also applies to electronic control devices using DLT-technology in accordance with
IEC 62756-1. Additional Requirements are given in Annex CC.”
2 Modification to Clause 16, “Insulation resistance and electric strength”
In Table 15, delete Note 4.
3 Modification to 17.1, “General”
In Table 101, in Note b) and c), replace the word “relevant” with “assessed”.
In Table 101, replace Note g) with:
“g) If a component complies to an IEC component standard and thermal considerations are included in such a
standard, this Table 101 shall not be applicable to such a component.”
4 Modification to 18.1, “General”
Change Note 1 and 2 to normative text.
Change the Note in Table 102 to normative text.
Replace the paragraph below Table 102 with:
“The tests are made by means of an apparatus which is arranged to simulate normal operation.”
In 18.102 Electronic switches and HBES/BACS switches for control of the voltage of iron core
rd
transformers for extra-low-voltage incandescent lamps, delete “to simulate making” in the 3 but last
paragraph.
5 Modification to 19.1, “General”
th th th
Replace the 5 , 6 and 7 paragraphs with:
“For HBES/BACS switches, the tests according to 19.101 and 19.108 are conducted on the complete
HBES/BACS switch which shall be controlled by the electronic extension units as described in the product
instructions.
The electronic extension units are tested when installed ac
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