The National Electric Code of India 2023 establishes IEC 61439 as the key reference standard for Distribution Boards. This means that all panels entering Buildings or Industrial premises must undergo testing according to the relevant section of IEC 61439. While Industries have embraced IEC 61439 tested panels, Building customers are still catching up. Many residential/commercial substations already feature IEC 61439 tested switchboards. However, full compliance requires MCB distribution boards to also undergo testing to this standard. Several OEMs offer DBs compliant with IEC 61439-3, ensuring safety. Always verify compliance with IEC 61439 before purchasing an enclosure to guarantee a higher safety standard compared to non-tested enclosures. #DistributionEnclosures #ElectricalSafety
And, I am curious to know whether the word "panel" or "panelboard" appears anywhere in IEC 61439 at all? Please enlighten me.
Well said! In fact in Countries like Australia, this standard has been made mandatory from May 2021 ! 🤝👮♂️👩💼 India 🇮🇳 needs to follow suit asap as safety, reliability & compliance can’t wait! ☑️🧷👷♂️ Abhijeet Limaaye your contribution to the electrical industry is note worthy. Keep it up 👍🏼
Very helpful!
Insightful!
Freelance Electrical Consultant
4mo"all panels entering Buildings or Industrial premises" # Does that include wooden partition panels and PVC/Plastic Panels as well?