BS EN 61784-3-2:2017

## BS EN 61784-3-2:2017 - Industrial Communication Networks### OverviewBS EN 61784-3-2:2017 is a critical industrial communication standard that ensures the safe and reliable transmission of data in industrial automation and control systems. This British Standard, which is identical to the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) standard IEC 61784-3-2:2016, provides the requirements and guidelines for the functional safety of fieldbuses used in industrial applications.### Key Specifications- **Title:** BS EN 61784-3-2:2017- **ISBN:** 978 0 580 85167 4- **Price:** £462.00- **Specifications:** - **Technical Area:** MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING - **Subcommittee:** 25 - **Standard:** EN 61784-3-2:2017 Identical, IEC 61784-3-2:2016 Identical - **Publication Date:** 2017-12-31 - **Page Count:** 278 - **Format:** pdf, hardcopy - **Replaced By:** BS EN IEC 61784-3-2:2021 (but remains current) - **ICS Code:** 000000000030370700### Benefits of ComplianceBy adhering to the requirements outlined in BS EN 61784-3-2:2017, industrial organizations can ensure:- **Functional Safety:** The standard provides a comprehensive framework for ensuring the functional safety of industrial communication networks, reducing the risk of system failures and potential hazards.- **Reliable Data Transmission:** The standard specifies the necessary measures to ensure the reliable and secure transmission of data, minimizing the risk of data loss or corruption.- **Interoperability:** The standard promotes interoperability between different industrial communication systems, enabling seamless integration and collaboration.- **Regulatory Compliance:** Compliance with BS EN 61784-3-2:2017 helps organizations meet regulatory requirements and industry standards, ensuring their products and systems are fit for purpose.### Technical DetailsBS EN 61784-3-2:2017 covers the following key aspects of industrial communication networks:- **Communication Profiles:** The standard defines the communication profiles and protocols that must be used to ensure functional safety, including the necessary safety measures and mechanisms.- **Safety Functions:** The standard outlines the specific safety functions that must be implemented, such as error detection, fault tolerance, and fail-safe behavior.- **System Design:** The standard provides guidance on the design and implementation of industrial communication systems, including the selection of appropriate hardware and software components.- **Validation and Testing:** The standard specifies the validation and testing procedures that must be followed to ensure the functional safety of the communication system.By adhering to the requirements of BS EN 61784-3-2:2017, industrial organizations can ensure the safety, reliability, and interoperability of their industrial communication networks, enabling them to meet the demands of modern industrial automation and control systems.