IEC 60715:2017
Dimensions of low-voltage switchgear and controlgear - Standardized mounting on rails for mechanical support of switchgear, controlgear and accessories

Standard No.

IEC 60715:2017

Release Date

2017

Published By

International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC)

Latest

IEC 60715:2017

Replace

IEC 121A/153/FDIS:2017 IEC 60715:1981 IEC 60715 AMD 1:1995

Scope

This document specifies dimensional and functional requirements for the compatible mounting of switchgear, controlgear and accessories on some types of rails. The object of this document is to specify those dimensions that are critical for the correct design of mounting rails and equipment. The following sections are covered by this document: "top hat" section; "C" section; "G" section. NOTE 1 Mounting compatibility does not imply functional interchangeability. Annexes deal with specific steel mounting rails satisfying the requirements of this document, and give additional dimensional data and loading requirements applicable to such rails. NOTE 2 The detailed design and material of specific steel rails is given in the annexes. NOTE 3 Other shapes of rails complying with this document not listed in Annex A can be used. Mounting rails used as a protective conductor using a conducting connection to a protective conductor terminal block are specified in IEC 60947-7-2. In other applications where the mounting rail is used as earthing conductor, the relevant product standard applies. This document has the status of a horizontal standard in accordance with IEC Guide 108:2006. This horizontal standard is primarily intended for use by technical committees in the preparation of standards in accordance with the principles laid down in IEC Guide 108. One of the responsibilities of a technical committee is, wherever applicable, to make use of horizontal standards in the preparation of its publications. The contents of this horizontal standard will not apply unless specifically referred to or included in the relevant publications.

IEC 60715:2017 Referenced Document

• IEC 60947-7-2:2009 Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear - Part 7-2: Ancillary equipment - Protective conductor terminal blocks for copper conductors

IEC 60715:2017 history

• 2017 IEC 60715:2017 Dimensions of low-voltage switchgear and controlgear - Standardized mounting on rails for mechanical support of switchgear, controlgear and accessories
• 1995 IEC 60715:1981/AMD1:1995 Dimensions of low-voltage switchgear and controlgear - Standardized mounting on rails for mechanical support of electrical devices in switchgear and controlgear installations; Amendment 1
• 1981 IEC 60715:1981 Dimensions of low-voltage switchgear and controlgear. Standardized mounting on rails for mechanical support of electrical devices in switchgear and controlgear installations