IEC 62271-106:2021
High-voltage switchgear and controlgear - Part 106: Alternating current contactors, contactor-based controllers and motor-starters
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IEC 62271-106:2021 is the technical reference for high-voltage switchgear and controlgear applications involving alternating current contactors, contactor-based controllers and motor-starters. It is relevant where equipment selection, design review, and conformity assessment depend on a clear understanding of how these devices are defined and evaluated within high-voltage systems. For engineering teams and procurement specialists, the document supports documented evaluation, technical validation, and compliance workflows for electrical equipment used in controlled switching and motor control duties.
Purpose of IEC 62271-106:2021
The purpose of IEC 62271-106:2021 is to set out the framework for alternating current contactors, contactor-based controllers, and motor-starters used in high-voltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies. It provides a common technical basis for specification, design review, and verification activities, helping users align product expectations with applicable performance and safety considerations. In practice, it is useful when assessing whether equipment selection, operating duty, and technical documentation support conformity assessment and risk management objectives.
Compliance applications of IEC 62271-106:2021
IEC 62271-106:2021 is commonly used in compliance preparation for industrial electrical installations, motor control applications, and high-voltage switching equipment where contactors or starter arrangements are part of the design. It can support technical review in laboratories, manufacturer qualification processes, and procurement documentation for projects that require a clear compliance reference. The document is also relevant when organizations need to compare product claims, validate engineering specifications, and maintain consistent testing workflows across design and acceptance stages.
Benefits of IEC 62271-106:2021
Using IEC 62271-106:2021 helps organizations reduce ambiguity in technical assessment and improve consistency across design, testing, and purchasing activities. It supports safety-oriented decision-making by providing a recognized basis for evaluating equipment intended for high-voltage switching duties. The document can also improve interoperability between project stakeholders, strengthen quality assurance records, and streamline conformity assessment preparation. For teams managing documentation and approvals, it offers a practical reference for aligning engineering expectations with compliance and operational requirements.
- High-voltage alternating current contactors and related controlgear arrangements
- Contactors, contactor-based controllers, and motor-starter applications
- Technical review and verification activities for electrical equipment
- Procurement and conformity assessment documentation for project compliance
- Support for consistent engineering validation and risk reduction workflows
- Publication Date: 2021-04-26
- Standard Status: Original
- Publisher: IEC
- Edition: 2
- This Version: IEC 62271-106:2021 (2021-04-26)
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