IEC 62080-2015 PDF

Full title and description

IEC 62080:2001/AMD2:2015 — Amendment 2 to IEC 62080:2001, titled "Sound signalling devices for household and similar purposes". This amendment updates requirements and test tables for sound signalling electrical accessories (alarms, buzzers and similar devices) intended for household and similar use.

Abstract

This amendment (2015) to IEC 62080:2001 provides technical changes and clarifications to the base standard for sound signalling devices used in domestic and similar environments. It updates test requirements and levels (including EMC-related tests and family-based test criteria), and refines performance, marking and test methods for devices with rated voltages and power limits as specified in the base publication. The consolidated version integrates the base standard and its amendments to reflect the current technical content for manufacturers and test laboratories.

General information

• Status: Published.
• Publication date: 17 April 2015 (Amendment 2 publication date).
• Publisher: International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC).
• ICS / categories: 29.120.99 (Other electrical accessories / Electrical accessories).
• Edition / version: Edition 1.0 (IEC 62080:2001/AMD2:2015 — Amendment 2 to the 2001 first edition).
• Number of pages: 13 (Amendment 2 document).

Scope

Applies to sound signalling devices with integral enclosures or intended to be fitted into or supplied with enclosures (for example enclosures to IEC 60670) intended for household and similar purposes. The standard (as amended) covers devices with rated voltages up to 250 V a.c./d.c., rated power inputs not exceeding 100 VA, and devices that may incorporate an indicating light (rated input power up to 10 VA). Amendment 2 specifically revises test requirements, tables and family classifications used for determining applicable EMC and performance tests.

Key topics and requirements

• Updated test tables and family-based test requirements and levels for different types of sound signalling devices (as defined by the amendment).
• Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) considerations: alignment with relevant IEC 61000-series immunity and emission tests where applicable.
• Performance and safety requirements for fixed, portable and plug-in sound signalling devices intended for indoor and outdoor use.
• Rated voltage and power limits (not exceeding 250 V a.c./d.c.; power input limits as specified in the base standard).
• Marking, instructions for use, and guidance on conformity assessment and testing methods updated by the amendment.

Typical use and users

Manufacturers and designers of household sound signalling devices (doorbells, alarm buzzers, timers and similar), test and certification laboratories, conformity assessment bodies, regulatory authorities and purchasing/specification engineers use this standard and its amendment to verify performance, safety and EMC compliance for products placed on domestic and related markets.

Related standards

Commonly referenced standards and documents include the base IEC 62080:2001 publication and its consolidated versions (incorporating AMD1:2008 and AMD2:2015), relevant IEC 61000-series EMC standards (for immunity and emission tests), IEC 60670 (enclosures), and harmonized national/adopted editions such as EN 62080:2009/A2:2015 and national identical adoptions (e.g., BS EN 62080:2009+A2:2015). The consolidated IEC 62080 CSV edition is also used where a single integrated document is required.

Keywords

Sound signalling devices; household alarms; buzzers; doorbells; IEC 62080; Amendment 2 (2015); EMC; immunity tests; marking; electrical accessories; domestic signaling.

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: IEC 62080:2001/AMD2:2015 is Amendment 2 (published April 17, 2015) to the international standard IEC 62080:2001, titled "Sound signalling devices for household and similar purposes". It updates specific test requirements and tables for the base standard.

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers requirements, test methods and classification criteria for household and similar sound signalling devices (fixed, portable and plug-in) including voltage and power limits, EMC-related tests, performance requirements, marking and instructions. The amendment revises and clarifies test levels and family-based test assignments.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Product manufacturers, design engineers, test laboratories, conformity assessment/certification bodies, procurement specialists and regulators involved with household sound signalling devices.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: The amendment was published in 2015 and is published/available from IEC; consolidated editions (integrating the base standard and amendments) are also available. IEC webstore records a stability date for the consolidated publication through 2030, indicating the set of documents (base + amendments) remain the current technical content until review or revision actions are taken.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: Yes — IEC 62080 is the base standard (2001) with subsequent amendments (AMD1:2008 and AMD2:2015). National and regional equivalents/adoptions exist (for example EN 62080:2009/A2:2015 and BS EN 62080:2009+A2:2015). Consolidated versions combining the base edition and amendments are also published for convenience.

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: Sound signalling devices, household alarms, buzzers, doorbells, EMC, IEC 62080, amendment 2015, electrical accessories, marking, test methods.