MS IEC 61242:1995 + Amd 1:2008 + Amd 2:2015 Electrical accessories — Cable reels for household and similar purposes

Scope:

This International Standard applies to cable reels for a.c. only, provided with a non-detachable flexible cable with a rated voltage above 50 V and not exceeding 250 V for single-phase cable reels and above 50 V and not exceeding 440 V for all other cable reels, and a rated current not exceeding 16 A. They are intended for household, commercial and light industrial and similar purposes, either indoors or outdoors, with particular reference to safety in normal use.

Cable reeling devices incorporated in appliances are under consideration.

Cable reels complying with this standard are suitable for use at ambient temperatures not normally exceeding 25 °C, but occasionally reaching 35 °C. In locations where special conditions prevail, special construction may be required.

NOTE – This standard does not apply to cable reels with a detachable flexible cable.