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  • CSA C22.3 No. 61936-1 : 2008

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    POWER INSTALLATIONS EXCEEDING 1 KV A.C. - PART 1: COMMON RULES

    Available format(s):  Hardcopy, PDF

    Superseded date:  09-08-2021

    Language(s):  English

    Published date:  01-01-2015

    Publisher:  Canadian Standards Association

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    FOREWORD
    INTRODUCTION
    1 Scope
    2 Normative references
    3 Definitions
    4 Fundamental requirements
    5 Insulation
    6 Equipment
    7 Installations
    8 Safety measures
    9 Protection, control and auxiliary systems
    10 Earthing systems
    11 Inspection and testing
    Annex A (normative) - Values of rated insulation levels and
            minimum clearances based on current practice in some
            countries
    Annex B (informative) - Typical touch voltage limits
    Annex C (normative ) - Earthing system design flow chart
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    Defines requirements for the design and the erection of electrical power installations (stations) in systems with nominal voltages above 1 kV a.c. and nominal frequency up to and including 60 Hz, so as to provide for safety of persons and proper functioning of the installation.

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    Document Type Standard
    Product Note Reconfirmed EN
    Publisher Canadian Standards Association
    Status Superseded
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