AS 60038-2000

Specifies standard voltages for 50 Hz a.c. transmission distribution and utilization systems, standard voltages for a.c. or d.c. traction systems and nominal voltages for a.c. and d.c. equipment less than 120 V a.c. or 750 volt d.c. This Standard is based on and contains the full text of IEC 60038:1983 incorporating its Amd. 1:1994 and Amd. 2:1997. Text not applicable in Australia has been struck through for clarity. Added text for Australian conditions has been shaded and inserted in its appropriate place. An appendix summarizes variations for Australian conditions.

This publication applies to:— a.c. transmission, distribution and utilization systems and equipment for use in such systems with standard frequencies 50 Hz and 60 Hz having a nominal voltage above 100 V;— a.c. and d.c. traction systems;— a.c. and d.c. equipment having rated voltages below 120 V a.c. or below 750 V d.c., the a.c. voltages being intended (but not exclusively) for 50 Hz and 60 Hz applications; such equipment covers batteries (from primary or secondary cells), other power supply devices (a.c. or d.c.), electrical equipment (including industrial and communication), and appliances.This publication shall not apply to voltages representing or transmitting signals or measured values.This publication shall not apply to standard voltages of components and parts used within electrical devices or items of equipment.

First published as AS C1b-1926.
Second edition 1938.
Revised and redesignated as AS C1-1961.
Second edition 1969.
Revised and redesignated as AS 2926-1987.
Revised and redesignated as AS 60038-2000.