IEC 62642-2-6:2010
Alarm systems - Intrusion and hold-up systems - Part 2-6: Intrusion detectors - Opening contacts (magnetic)
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IEC 62642-2-6:2010 defines requirements for alarm systems used in intrusion and hold-up applications, with specific focus on opening contacts (magnetic) as intrusion detectors. It is relevant for teams evaluating device suitability, preparing technical documentation, or aligning product selection with conformity assessment needs. For engineering, procurement, and testing workflows, IEC 62642-2-6:2010 provides a focused reference point for assessing detector behavior and documentation against a recognized technical baseline.
Overview of IEC 62642-2-6:2010
IEC 62642-2-6:2010 addresses the part of intrusion and hold-up alarm system requirements concerned with magnetic opening contacts, which are commonly used to detect the opening of protected doors, windows, or similar access points. The document is most useful when a product review needs a clear compliance reference for detector design, performance evaluation, and technical validation. As a primary technical source, it supports structured review of opening-contact devices within broader alarm system specifications.
Compliance applications of IEC 62642-2-6:2010
Organizations may use IEC 62642-2-6:2010 during product evaluation, laboratory testing, or procurement review for intrusion detector components intended for security installations. It can support documented evaluation of magnetic contact devices in alarm system assemblies, as well as internal quality workflows that depend on consistent technical criteria. The reference is also useful in regulatory preparation and conformity assessment planning where detector performance and installation-related expectations must be checked against a defined compliance reference.
Importance of compliance with IEC 62642-2-6:2010
Compliance with IEC 62642-2-6:2010 helps reduce technical uncertainty when selecting or validating opening-contact detectors for alarm systems. Using a defined reference supports more consistent verification activities, better interoperability within intrusion and hold-up installations, and clearer procurement decisions. It can also strengthen engineering documentation and risk management by giving teams a stable basis for testing consistency, product comparison, and conformity assessment preparation. For organizations working on security system deployment, it is a practical tool for quality assurance and technical control.
- Technical reference for magnetic opening contacts used in intrusion alarm applications
- Useful for product evaluation, testing workflows, and engineering documentation
- Supports conformity assessment preparation and documented compliance review
- Relevant to security system procurement and component selection decisions
- Helps align verification activities with a defined detector-focused requirement set
- Publication Date: 2010-12-14
- Standard Status: Original
- Publisher: IEC
- Edition: 1
- This Version: IEC 62642-2-6:2010 (2010-12-14)
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