SIST EN 62262:2007
(Main)Degrees of protection provided by enclosures for electrical equipment against external mechanical impacts (IK code)
Degrees of protection provided by enclosures for electrical equipment against external mechanical impacts (IK code)
Refers to the classification of the degrees of protection provided by enclosures against external mechanical impacts when the rated voltage of the protected equipment is not greater than 72,5 kV. This standard is only applicable to enclosures of equipment where the specific standard establishes degrees of protection of the enclosure against mechanical impacts (expressed in this standard as impacts).
Schutzarten durch Gehäuse für elektrische Betriebsmittel (Ausrüstung) gegen äußere mechanische Beanspruchungen (IK-Code)
Degrés de protection procurés par les enveloppes de matériels électriques contre les impacts mécaniques externes (Code IK)
S'applique à la classification des degrés de protection procurés par les enveloppes contre les impacts mécaniques externes pour les matériels électriques de tension assignée inférieure ou égale à 72,5 kV. La présente norme n'est applicable qu'aux enveloppes des matériels pour lesquels les normes de produit qui les concernent prévoient une classification d'après la tenue des enveloppes aux impacts mécaniques externes (désignés dans cette norme par "impacts").
Stopnje zaščite pred mehanskimi udarci, ki jo ohišja nudijo električni opremi (koda IK) (IEC 62262:2002) (istoveten z EN 50102:1995 + A1:1998)
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 31-Dec-2006
- Current Stage
- 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 01-Jan-2007
- Due Date
- 01-Jan-2007
- Completion Date
- 01-Jan-2007
Relations
- Effective Date
- 05-Feb-2019
Overview
EN 62262:2002 (equivalent to IEC 62262:2002) defines the degrees of protection provided by enclosures for electrical equipment against external mechanical impacts (IK code). The standard classifies enclosure robustness against impacts for equipment with a rated voltage not greater than 72.5 kV. EN 62262 is used where a product-specific standard requires an IK rating for mechanical impact resistance. Note: EN 62262 replaces/re‑numbers earlier EN 50102 editions.
Key topics and requirements
- IK classification system: Numeric IK codes correspond to standardized laboratory impact severity levels that indicate the degree of protection an enclosure provides against external mechanical impacts.
- Scope limits: Applicable to electrical equipment enclosures for systems with rated voltage ≤ 72.5 kV and only when the specific product standard calls for an impact protection classification.
- Test principles: The standard establishes repeatable impact tests and criteria for assigning IK ratings (test methods, sample preparation and acceptance criteria are defined in the standard text).
- Marking and documentation: Enclosures rated under EN 62262 should carry IK identification and be documented in technical files and product specifications.
- Conformity: Manufacturers and test laboratories use EN 62262 to verify and declare the IK rating as part of product compliance.
Applications and who uses it
EN 62262 is used across design, manufacturing, testing and procurement for electrical enclosures where mechanical impact resistance matters:
- Enclosure and electrical equipment manufacturers - to design and certify mechanical robustness (IK ratings) for products such as switchgear, control panels, lighting fixtures and outdoor cabinets.
- Test laboratories and certification bodies - to perform standardized impact tests and issue IK ratings.
- Specifiers, OEMs and utilities - to select equipment suitable for harsh environments or public installations (vandalism-prone areas, industrial sites).
- Procurement and compliance teams - to include IK requirements in tenders and ensure products meet specified degrees of mechanical protection.
Related standards
- IEC 62262 / EN 62262 (same document series)
- Product-specific standards that reference IK requirements (e.g., switchgear, luminaires)
- Standards addressing ingress protection (e.g., IP ratings / EN 60529) - often used together with IK ratings to specify overall enclosure protection.
EN 62262 is essential when specifying or verifying mechanical impact resistance of electrical enclosures. Using the IK code helps ensure consistent, testable protection levels for equipment deployed in demanding environments.
Frequently Asked Questions
SIST EN 62262:2007 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Degrees of protection provided by enclosures for electrical equipment against external mechanical impacts (IK code)". This standard covers: Refers to the classification of the degrees of protection provided by enclosures against external mechanical impacts when the rated voltage of the protected equipment is not greater than 72,5 kV. This standard is only applicable to enclosures of equipment where the specific standard establishes degrees of protection of the enclosure against mechanical impacts (expressed in this standard as impacts).
Refers to the classification of the degrees of protection provided by enclosures against external mechanical impacts when the rated voltage of the protected equipment is not greater than 72,5 kV. This standard is only applicable to enclosures of equipment where the specific standard establishes degrees of protection of the enclosure against mechanical impacts (expressed in this standard as impacts).
SIST EN 62262:2007 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 29.020 - Electrical engineering in general. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
SIST EN 62262:2007 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST EN 62262:2007/A1:2021. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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Standards Content (Sample)
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Degrees of protection provided by enclosures for electrical equipment against external
mechanical impacts (IK code)
Schutzarten durch Gehäuse für elektrische Betriebsmittel (Ausrüstung) gegen äußere
mechanische Beanspruchungen (IK-Code)
Degrés de protection procurés par les enveloppes de matériels électriques contre les
impacts mécaniques externes (Code IK)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 62262:2002
ICS:
29.020 Elektrotehnika na splošno Electrical engineering in
general
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
Corrigendum to EN 50102:1995 + A1:1998
English version
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Foreword
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By Technical Board decision D112/248 the text of the International Standard IEC 62262:2002,
which is identical with EN 50102:1995 + A1:1998, was approved by CENELEC as EN 62262
on 2002-07-02. As a consequence EN 50102:1995 + A1:1998 are renumbered as
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