TS EN 61360-6

TS EN 61360-6 addresses the guidance used to define and assess the quality of concepts that appear in the IEC Common Data Dictionary (IEC CDD). As part of the family covering standard data element types with an associated classification scheme for electric components, this document supports a shared way of preparing dictionary content so that classes and properties can be described consistently when they are proposed for update.

How IEC CDD concepts are organised

In general technical terms, a data dictionary brings together terms, definitions, properties, and classification relationships so that a component or characteristic can be interpreted in the same way by different users and tools. In the IEC CDD context, the goal is to make technical descriptions of electrical components comparable and reusable across organisations and systems. This part focuses on how the relevant concepts are understood, and on the quality reference used when content is submitted for update.

What this part contributes in practice

• It gives a common understanding of the key concepts used in content prepared for IEC CDD updates.
• It serves as a binding reference for quality control of IEC 61360-compliant dictionary content.
• It points users to other documents where deeper subject knowledge can be obtained when needed.
• It supports consistency and interoperability in the definition of data element content for electrical components.