Re: [PSES] Portable extension sockets

2013-07-25 Thread John Woodgate
In message , dated Fri, 26 Jul 2013, Scott Xe writes: If it is a sole extension sockets unit without USB powered sockets, it falls into BS 1363-2.  In case it comes with surge protection circuitry, it falls into BS 5733, doesn't it? It could, but when you look at clauses 5 and 6 of BS 5733

Re: [PSES] Portable extension sockets

2013-07-25 Thread John Woodgate
In message , dated Fri, 26 Jul 2013, Scott Xe writes: I just wonder how to describe such product in rating label.  The USB part is class 2, 110-240Vac, 50/60 Hz and 13A sockets part is class 1 and 240Vac 50Hz.  They just share a mains cord in the same enclosure.   You can really only hav

Re: [PSES] BS non-rewirable plugs

2013-07-25 Thread Scott Xe
Hi Leo, Understand the L and N must be wired correctly. Apart from mains switch issue on certain products, are there any other obvious issues to the users? Regards, Scott On Friday, 26 July 2013, Heiland, Leo J wrote: > It also allows for checking of phase and neutral being wired correctly (n

Re: [PSES] Portable extension sockets

2013-07-25 Thread Scott Xe
John, If it is a sole extension sockets unit without USB powered sockets, it falls into BS 1363-2. In case it comes with surge protection circuitry, it falls into BS 5733, doesn't it? Regards, Scott On Friday, 26 July 2013, John Woodgate wrote: > In message <63687c58e2fa46fda6a1189e3445a...@t

Re: [PSES] Portable extension sockets

2013-07-25 Thread Scott Xe
In fact the product contains 4 13A sockets and 2 USB powered sockets in one enclosure. They are of two different products put together for customer convenience. I just wonder how to describe such product in rating label. The USB part is class 2, 110-240Vac, 50/60 Hz and 13A sockets part is class

Re: [PSES] BS non-rewirable plugs

2013-07-25 Thread Aldous, Scott
Unless the wall receptacle was wired backwards. ;) (One would hope this happens significantly less often in a medical facility than in a residence…) Scott Aldous Compliance Manager/Engineering Lab Manager AE Solar Energy +1.970.492.2065 Direct +1.970.407.5872 Fax +1.541.312.3832 Main scot

Re: [PSES] BS non-rewirable plugs

2013-07-25 Thread Heiland, Leo J
It also allows for checking of phase and neutral being wired correctly (not reversed). From: emc-p...@ieee.org [mailto:emc-p...@ieee.org] On Behalf Of msherma...@comcast.net Sent: Thursday, July 25, 2013 2:28 PM To: EMC-PSTC@LISTSERV.IEEE.ORG Subject: Re: [PSES] BS non-rewirable plugs Ground/e

Re: [PSES] BS non-rewirable plugs

2013-07-25 Thread Mike Sherman ----- Original Message -----
Ground/earth continuity is extremely important for electrical medical equipment, at least in part because sedated or comatose patients can lack a "let-go" reflex. Clear plugs presumably allow users to periodically visually check the robustness of the conductor/pin connection. Mike Sherman

Re: [PSES] More DoC Questions

2013-07-25 Thread John Woodgate
In message <617eb8c8634c9149aa66c853d7b8ac5322b1d...@by2prd0310mb389.namprd03.prod.o utlook.com>, dated Thu, 25 Jul 2013, "Crane, Lauren" writes: Regarding #1, note that directives (like RoHS2) now end in EU instead of EC. John W. can probably correct this, but I believe there was a change i

Re: [PSES] More DoC Questions

2013-07-25 Thread John Woodgate
In message <64D32EE8B9CBDD44963ACB076A5F6ABB0265E21C@Mailbox-Tech.lecotech.local>, dated Thu, 25 Jul 2013, "Kunde, Brian" writes: Our DoCs are currently in the manual, but for the last 6 years the manuals are only available in electronic format (on CD). So the customs guys would not be able

Re: [PSES] More DoC Questions

2013-07-25 Thread Crane, Lauren
Brian, Regarding #1, note that directives (like RoHS2) now end in EU instead of EC. John W. can probably correct this, but I believe there was a change in the founding documents for the European Region (e.g., Treaty of Rome is replaced by Treaty of Lisbon, or some such formality) and it may no

Re: [PSES] More DoC Questions

2013-07-25 Thread Kunde, Brian
John, Our DoCs are currently in the manual, but for the last 6 years the manuals are only available in electronic format (on CD). So the customs guys would not be able to see the DoC from what we ship anyway. I'm not aware of any issues this has caused, so far. But who knows what the future ho

Re: [PSES] More DoC Questions

2013-07-25 Thread John Woodgate
In message <64D32EE8B9CBDD44963ACB076A5F6ABB0265E1CC@Mailbox-Tech.lecotech.local>, dated Thu, 25 Jul 2013, "Kunde, Brian" writes: 1. The LVD, MD, and EMCD refer to the DoC in the annex as "EC Declaration of Conformity". But in the RoHS Directive, it is referred to as "EU Declaration of Confo

Re: [PSES] Portable extension sockets

2013-07-25 Thread John Woodgate
In message <63687c58e2fa46fda6a1189e3445a...@tamuracorp.com>, dated Thu, 25 Jul 2013, Brian Oconnell writes: Ok, Mr. Woodgate, so no good for the Old Country. But why BS1363-2 for LPS/signal connectors? That is the point of Scott's original question. BS 1363-2 can be applied to the mains so

[PSES] More DoC Questions

2013-07-25 Thread Kunde, Brian
1. The LVD, MD, and EMCD refer to the DoC in the annex as "EC Declaration of Conformity". But in the RoHS Directive, it is referred to as "EU Declaration of Conformity". Is one more correct than the other or is EC and EU both acceptable as the title of your DoC? 2. The Machinery Directive state

Re: [PSES] Portable extension sockets

2013-07-25 Thread Brian Oconnell
Ok, Mr. Woodgate, so no good for the Old Country. But why BS1363-2 for LPS/signal connectors? "The socket-outlets are suitable for the connection of portable appliances, sound vision equipment, luminaires, etc. in a.c. circuits only, operating at voltages not exceeding 250 V r.m.s. at 50 Hz using

Re: [PSES] Portable extension sockets

2013-07-25 Thread John Woodgate
In message <96d7d34287924961bdfd266c7c74e...@tamuracorp.com>, dated Thu, 25 Jul 2013, Brian Oconnell writes: www.usb.org www.poweredusb.org UL13 -> if per NEC article 645 EN60950-21 The question seems to be specifically about British 13 A boards, so those standards, including 60950-21, don't

Re: [PSES] Portable extension sockets

2013-07-25 Thread John Woodgate
In message , dated Thu, 25 Jul 2013, Scott Xe writes: Now more and more new portable extension sockets have USB power sockets in addition to normal multiple socket-outlets.  What is appropriate standard for this type of product?  The following standards have been considered:- BS 1363-2 ? A

Re: [PSES] Portable extension sockets

2013-07-25 Thread Brian Oconnell
www.usb.org www.poweredusb.org UL13 -> if per NEC article 645 EN60950-21 There have been several discussions on this during some PSES symposiums, and previous discussions on this listserv. Brian -Original Message- From: emc-p...@ieee.org [mailto:emc-p...@ieee.org]On Behalf Of Scott Xe Se

Re: [PSES] BS non-rewirable plugs

2013-07-25 Thread Scott Xe
Thanks for all replies. This additional measure to help screen out sub-standard units in mass production. In case a strand escaped from the scrimped terminals enters into the outer wall, it may introduce electric shock. Regards, Scott On 25/7/13 11:15 PM, "John Woodgate" wrote: > In message

[PSES] Portable extension sockets

2013-07-25 Thread Scott Xe
Now more and more new portable extension sockets have USB power sockets in addition to normal multiple socket-outlets. What is appropriate standard for this type of product? The following standards have been considered:- BS 1363-2 ­ As the multiple socket-outlets contain electronic circuitry, it

Re: [PSES] BS non-rewirable plugs

2013-07-25 Thread John Woodgate
In message <64D32EE8B9CBDD44963ACB076A5F6ABB0265E05F@Mailbox-Tech.lecotech.local>, dated Thu, 25 Jul 2013, "Kunde, Brian" writes: That makes sense. Is this why molded plugs for Medical Devices are made from clear material? So it can be visually inspected? I think so, but don't count on it.

Re: [PSES] BS non-rewirable plugs

2013-07-25 Thread John Allen
I think I agree with that, although it would probably not be acceptable for aesthetic reasons in the consumer market! Also, in the early days (1980s) of moulded BS1363 plugs there were a number of instances of safety hazards resulting from faulty manufacturing, and "over-testing" at 6kV AC might ha

Re: [PSES] BS non-rewirable plugs

2013-07-25 Thread Kunde, Brian
That makes sense. Is this why molded plugs for Medical Devices are made from clear material? So it can be visually inspected? The Other Brian -Original Message- From: emc-p...@ieee.org [mailto:emc-p...@ieee.org] On Behalf Of John Woodgate Sent: Thursday, July 25, 2013 10:37 AM To: EMC-PS

Re: [PSES] BS non-rewirable plugs

2013-07-25 Thread John Woodgate
In message , dated Thu, 25 Jul 2013, Scott Xe writes: According to sub-clause 15.2 of BS 1363-1, the non-rewireable plugs shall withstand a high voltage test of 6,000 Vac.  What is rational behind to test it on non-rewireable plugs only, not rewireable plugs that require 2,000 Vac only? Th

[PSES] BS non-rewirable plugs

2013-07-25 Thread Scott Xe
> According to sub-clause 15.2 of BS 1363-1, the non-rewireable plugs shall > withstand a high voltage test of 6,000 Vac. What is rational behind to test > it on non-rewireable plugs only, not rewireable plugs that require 2,000 Vac > only? > > Thanks and regards, > > Scott - -