BS EN IEC 62841-2-3:2021+A11:2021

Comprehensive Electrical Safety Standard for Power Tools and Machinery

BS EN IEC 62841-2-3:2021+A11:2021 is the essential electrical safety standard for hand-held motor-operated electric tools, transportable tools and lawn and garden machinery. This standard provides detailed requirements and test methods to ensure the safe design and construction of these products.

Key Specifications

- Identical to EN IEC 62841-2-3:2021, IEC 62841-2-3:2020, and IEC 62841-2-3:2020/COR1:2021- Covers a wide range of power tools and machinery, including: - Angle grinders - Bench grinders - Disc sanders - Belt sanders - Orbital sanders - Random orbit sanders- Specifies safety requirements for protection against mechanical, thermal, electrical, and radiation hazards- Includes test methods for evaluating safety features and performance- Aligns with the latest IEC 62841 series standards for electrical motor-operated tools

Compliance Benefits

- Ensures power tools and machinery meet the essential health and safety requirements of the EU Machinery Directive- Demonstrates conformity with the Low Voltage Directive for electrical safety- Supports CE marking and access to the European single market- Helps manufacturers minimize liability risks and protect end-users- Promotes a high level of safety for professional and DIY power tool users

Applications

BS EN IEC 62841-2-3:2021+A11:2021 is applicable to the design, manufacture, and testing of a wide range of power tools and machinery, including:- Angle grinders- Bench grinders- Disc sanders- Belt sanders- Orbital sanders- Random orbit sanders- And other hand-held, transportable, and lawn/garden power toolsManufacturers of these products must comply with the standard to demonstrate conformity with European safety regulations and access the European market.