Regulations and Standards in the EU
Low Voltage Directive Full title The full title of the low voltage directive is: EU Directive 73/23/EEC concerning the safety of electrical equipment Goal of the low voltage directive The goal of the low voltage directive (1973) is to harmonize technical safety requirements for low voltage electrical equipment in the EU, in order to do away with business restraints. Validity The low voltage directive is valid for electrical equipment that uses a rated voltage of 50 ... 1000 V AC or 75 ... 1500 V DC. Exceptions are: Electrical equipment for use in an explosive atmosphere Electro-radiological and electro-medical equipment Electrical parts of elevators for people and loads Electricity counter
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