BS EN 62479:2010

Comprehensive Office Equipment Safety and EMC Standard

BS EN 62479:2010 is the essential standard for ensuring your office machines and equipment comply with the latest safety and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) requirements. Developed by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) and adopted by the British Standards Institution (BSI), this standard provides comprehensive technical specifications and test methods to verify the safety and EMC performance of a wide range of office products.

Key Features and Benefits:

• Comprehensive Scope: Covers a broad range of office equipment including photocopiers, printers, scanners, fax machines, and more.
• Ensures Safety: Detailed requirements and test methods to verify the safety of office machines, protecting users from electrical, mechanical, and other hazards.
• Maintains EMC Compliance: Specifies EMC limits and test procedures to ensure office equipment does not generate or is not affected by electromagnetic disturbances.
• Harmonized Standard: Identical to the IEC 62479:2010 and EN 50216-9:2009 standards, providing a harmonized approach to compliance across Europe.
• Supports Regulatory Requirements: Helps manufacturers and suppliers demonstrate conformity with the essential safety and EMC requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and EMC Directive.

Detailed Technical Specifications

BS EN 62479:2010 provides comprehensive technical requirements and test methods across the following key areas:

Safety Requirements:

• Protection against electric shock and energy hazards
• Mechanical strength and stability requirements
• Fire enclosure and resistance to heat and fire
• Clearances, creepage distances, and solid insulation
• Resistance to moisture and ingress of solid objects

EMC Requirements:

• Limits for conducted and radiated emissions
• Immunity to electrostatic discharges, radiated electromagnetic fields, and fast transient bursts
• Test setups and measurement procedures

Ensure Compliance and Protect Your Customers

By implementing the requirements of BS EN 62479:2010, manufacturers and suppliers can demonstrate that their office equipment meets the latest safety and EMC standards, giving customers the confidence that their products are safe and reliable. Compliance with this standard is essential for placing office machines on the European market and supporting regulatory requirements.

Obtain your copy of BS EN 62479:2010 today to ensure your office equipment designs and production processes meet the necessary technical and compliance requirements.