EN 62841-3-12:2019/A1:2026
(Amendment)Electric motor-operated hand-held tools, transportable tools and lawn and garden machinery - Safety - Part 3-12: Particular requirements for transportable threading machines
General Information
- Abstract
2022-04-01 HD: TB Action
2020-12-24: Common mods to this prA1 are included in prAB (PR=73281) for simultaneous circulation
D164/C043: DOW=DOR+48 months
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 27-Aug-2026
- Withdrawal Date
- 01-May-2022
- Technical Committee
- CLC/TC 116 - Safety of hand-held motor-operated electric tools
- Current Stage
- 6060 - Document made available - Publishing
- Start Date
- 28-Aug-2026
- Due Date
- 16-Sep-2022
- Completion Date
- 28-Aug-2026
Overview
EN 62841-3-12:2019/A1:2026 is a European standard developed by CLC, specifying safety requirements for electric motor-operated hand-held tools, transportable tools, and lawn and garden machinery, with a focus on particular requirements for transportable threading machines. This standard aligns with IEC 62841-3-12:2017/AMD1:2021 and incorporates amendments to ensure continued harmonization across European markets. Its implementation helps ensure tools are safe to use, reliable, and compliant with the latest regulatory expectations.
The standard is essential for manufacturers, importers, and regulatory agencies involved with transportable threading machines, promoting a high level of occupational safety.
Key Topics
Scope and Applicability:
EN 62841-3-12:2019/A1:2026 covers safety aspects specific to transportable threading machines, a type of electric tool used for cutting threads on pipes and similar components. The amendments update and refine requirements for these machines to reflect technological and procedural advancements.Safety Requirements:
The document outlines detailed particular safety requirements, including:- Construction and component guidelines
- Electrical safety considerations
- Mechanical safety and protection against hazards
- Marking and labeling for user awareness
Standardization and Harmonization:
The standard ensures harmonized safety practices throughout European Union member states and EFTA countries, facilitating cross-border equipment trade and acceptance.Implementation Timelines and Compliance:
Member states must adopt the standard by August 31, 2027, with existing conflicting standards withdrawn by August 31, 2030. This transition period allows manufacturers to update designs and documentation.
Applications
EN 62841-3-12:2019/A1:2026 is widely applied in industries utilizing transportable electric threading machines, including:
- Pipework installation and maintenance
- Construction and building services
- Manufacturing sectors involving threaded component production
Manufacturers benefit by designing machines aligned with up-to-date safety regulations, reducing liability and facilitating market access throughout Europe. Regulators and inspection bodies use the standard as a compliance benchmark, ensuring equipment meets essential health, safety, and environmental requirements.
The standard supports occupational safety, minimizing the risk of electric shock, mechanical injury, and misuse through clear requirements for construction and markings. It also guides end users in choosing compliant, safe, and reliable threading equipment.
Related Standards
Several international and European standards are related to EN 62841-3-12:2019/A1:2026, including:
- IEC 62841-1: General requirements for safety of electric motor-operated tools
- EN 62841-3-series: Specific safety requirements for various types of portable and transportable tools
- ISO/IEC Directives: Procedures for standard structure and development
Additionally, for tools using interchangeable threading dies and taps, the standard refers to relevant requirements in the ICS 25.100.50 and ICS 25.140.20 categories.
Staying current with these related standards ensures comprehensive compliance, improved product quality, and reinforced trust with users and regulators.
By adhering to EN 62841-3-12:2019/A1:2026, organizations can assure occupational safety, streamline CE marking, and promote best practices in the production and use of transportable threading machines across Europe.
Relations
- Effective Date
- 15-Dec-2020
- Effective Date
- 29-Dec-2020
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Frequently Asked Questions
EN 62841-3-12:2019/A1:2026 is a amendment published by CLC. Its full title is "Electric motor-operated hand-held tools, transportable tools and lawn and garden machinery - Safety - Part 3-12: Particular requirements for transportable threading machines". This standard covers: 2022-04-01 HD: TB Action 2020-12-24: Common mods to this prA1 are included in prAB (PR=73281) for simultaneous circulation D164/C043: DOW=DOR+48 months
2022-04-01 HD: TB Action 2020-12-24: Common mods to this prA1 are included in prAB (PR=73281) for simultaneous circulation D164/C043: DOW=DOR+48 months
EN 62841-3-12:2019/A1:2026 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 25.140.20 - Electric tools. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 62841-3-12:2019/A1:2026 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 62841-3-12:2019, EN 62841-3-12:2019/A11:2026. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN 62841-3-12:2019/A1:2026 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 2006/42/EC, 2023/1230; Standardization Mandates: M/396, M/605. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
EN 62841-3-12:2019/A1:2026 is available in PDF format for immediate download after purchase. The document can be added to your cart and obtained through the secure checkout process. Digital delivery ensures instant access to the complete standard document.
Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-oktober-2026
Elektromotorna ročna orodja, prenosna orodja ter stroji za trato in vrt - Varnost - 3-
12. del: Posebne zahteve za prenosne rezalnike navojev - Dopolnilo A1 (IEC 62841-
3-12:2017/AMD1:2021)
Electric motor-operated hand-held tools, transportable tools and lawn and garden
machinery - Safety - Part 3-12: Particular requirements for transportable threading
machines (IEC 62841-3-12:2017/AMD1:2021)
Elektrische motorbetriebene handgeführte Werkzeuge, transportable Werkzeuge und
Rasen- und Gartenmaschinen – Sicherheit - Teil 3-12: Besondere Anforderungen für
transportable Gewindeschneidmaschinen (IEC 62841-3-12:2017/AMD1:2021)
Outils électroportatifs à moteur, outils portables et machines pour jardins et pelouses -
Sécurité - Partie 3-12: Exigences particulières relatives aux machines à fileter portables
(IEC 62841-3-12:2017/AMD1:2021)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 62841-3-12:2019/A1:2026
ICS:
25.100.50 Navojna rezalna orodja Taps and threading dies
25.140.20 Električna orodja Electric tools
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
EUROPEAN STANDARD EN 62841-3-12:2019/A1
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM August 2026
ICS 25.140.20
English Version
Electric motor-operated hand-held tools, transportable tools and
lawn and garden machinery - Safety - Part 3-12: Particular
requirements for transportable threading machines
(IEC 62841-3-12:2017/AMD1:2021)
Outils électroportatifs à moteur, outils portables et machines Elektrische motorbetriebene handgeführte Werkzeuge,
pour jardins et pelouses - Sécurité - Partie 3-12: Exigences transportable Werkzeuge und Rasen- und
particulières relatives aux machines à fileter portables Gartenmaschinen - Sicherheit - Teil 3-12: Besondere
(IEC 62841-3-12:2017/AMD1:2021) Anforderungen für transportable
Gewindeschneidmaschinen
(IEC 62841-3-12:2017/AMD1:2021)
This amendment A1 modifies the European Standard EN 62841-3-12:2019; it was approved by CENELEC on 2021-09-02. CENELEC
members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this amendment the
status of a national standard without any alteration.
Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such national standards may be obtained on application to the CEN-CENELEC
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This amendment exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translation under the
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European foreword
The text of document 116/488/CDV, future edition 1 of IEC 62841-3-12/AMD1, prepared by TC 116
"Safety of motor-operated electric tools" was submitted to the IEC-CENELEC parallel vote and
approved by CENELEC as EN 62841-3-12:2019/A1:2026.
The following dates are fixed:
• latest date by which the document has to be implemented at national (dop) 2027-08-31
level by publication of an identical national standard or by endorsement
• latest date by which the national standards conflicting with the (dow) 2030-08-31
document have to be withdrawn
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. CENELEC shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
This document has been prepared under a standardization request addressed to CENELEC by the
European Commission. The Standing Committee of the EFTA States subsequently approves these
requests for its Member States.
For the relationship with EU Legislation, see informative Annex ZZ, which is an integral part of
EN 62841-3-12:2019/A11:2026.
Any feedback and questions on this document should be directed to the users’ national committee. A
complete listing of these bodies can be found on the CENELEC website.
Endorsement notice
The text of the International Standard IEC 62841-3-12:2017/AMD1:2021 was approved by CENELEC
as a European Standard without any modification.
IEC 62841-3-12 ®
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