SIST EN 50632-2-11:2016/A1:2022
(Amendment)Electric motor-operated tools - Dust measurement procedure - Part 2-11: Particular requirements for jig and sabre saws
Electric motor-operated tools - Dust measurement procedure - Part 2-11: Particular requirements for jig and sabre saws
This European Standard specifies general requirements for the dust measurement of electric motor-operated tools supplied from mains or from batteries. This European Standard applies to those tools with and without dust extraction unit where dust such as mineral dust containing silica or wood dust is expected.
This part of EN 50632 sets particular requirements for jig and sabre saws.
Motorbetriebene Elektrowerkzeuge - Staubmessverfahren - Teil 2-11: Besondere Anforderungen für Stich- und Säbelsägen
Outils électriques à moteur - Procédure de mesure de la poussière - Partie 2-11: Exigences particulières pour les scies sauteuses et les scies sabres
Elektromotorna orodja - Postopek meritve prahu - 2-11. del: Posebne zahteve za vbodne in sabljaste žage - Dopolnilo A1
Ta evropski standard se uporablja za ročna elektromotorna orodja ter obravnava postopek merjenja za vbodne in sabljaste žage za izvajanje meritev emisije prahu.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Public Enquiry End Date
- 31-May-2021
- Publication Date
- 09-Feb-2022
- Technical Committee
- VGA - Safety of household and similar electrical appliances
- Current Stage
- 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 04-Feb-2022
- Due Date
- 11-Apr-2022
- Completion Date
- 10-Feb-2022
Relations
- Effective Date
- 01-Mar-2022
Overview
SIST EN 50632-2-11:2016/A1:2022 is a European Standard developed by SIST, specifying procedures for dust measurement on electric motor-operated tools, specifically jig saws and sabre saws. This standard applies to tools powered either by mains electricity or batteries and covers both types with or without integrated dust extraction systems. The focus is on the measurement of dust where minerals (such as silica) or wood dust are likely to be produced, supporting workplace safety and compliance with occupational health regulations.
Key Topics
- Dust Measurement Procedures: Outlines standardized methods to measure dust emissions generated by electric jig and sabre saws during operation.
- Operating Conditions: Specifies the required test setups, including the choice of workpiece material (e.g., chipboard compliant with EN 312), tool orientation, operation, and speed settings.
- Test Cycle Requirements: Defines consistent and repeatable test cycles to ensure results can be compared across different tools and manufacturers.
- Applicability: Covers both tools with built-in dust control systems and those without, ensuring broad relevance.
- User Safety and Compliance: Supports manufacturers and workplaces in adhering to dust exposure limits set by regulatory bodies.
Applications
Implementing SIST EN 50632-2-11:2016/A1:2022 brings practical value to several user groups:
- Manufacturers: Enables toolmakers to benchmark and improve the dust emission performance of power tools, ensuring products meet rigorous safety and environmental standards for dust mitigation.
- Laboratories and Testing Centres: Provides accredited labs with clear criteria for conducting standardized dust measurement tests, supporting certification and product validation processes.
- Workplace Safety Officers: Assists health and safety professionals in assessing whether jig and sabre saws used at worksites meet current dust emission standards, crucial for safeguarding worker health.
- Procurement and Compliance Teams: Facilitates the selection of compliant tools and systems, ensuring organizations remain aligned with European and national occupational health requirements.
Typical scenarios include:
- Selecting low-emission tools for wood and construction sites
- Certifying new tool models prior to market launch
- Auditing workplace tools for compliance with exposure limits to wood and respirable mineral dust
Related Standards
To ensure comprehensive conformity and extended safety in tool design and workplace practices, the following standards are commonly referenced alongside SIST EN 50632-2-11:2016/A1:2022:
- EN 50632-1:2015 – General requirements for dust measurement procedures for all electric motor-operated tools
- EN 312:2010 – Specifications for chipboard, referenced as the standard test material in measurement procedures
- EN 50632-2 series – Additional parts covering particular requirements for other categories of electric motor-operated tools
- ISO 8573 – Relating to air quality and dust concentrations in workplace settings
Adhering to these interconnected standards ensures a holistic approach to dust control, user safety, and product performance in the context of electric saws and similar equipment.
Keywords: SIST EN 50632-2-11, dust measurement, jig saws, sabre saws, electric motor-operated tools, workplace safety, dust emission, standardization, power tool compliance, wood dust, silica dust, health and safety, European Standard.
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Frequently Asked Questions
SIST EN 50632-2-11:2016/A1:2022 is a amendment published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Electric motor-operated tools - Dust measurement procedure - Part 2-11: Particular requirements for jig and sabre saws". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies general requirements for the dust measurement of electric motor-operated tools supplied from mains or from batteries. This European Standard applies to those tools with and without dust extraction unit where dust such as mineral dust containing silica or wood dust is expected. This part of EN 50632 sets particular requirements for jig and sabre saws.
This European Standard specifies general requirements for the dust measurement of electric motor-operated tools supplied from mains or from batteries. This European Standard applies to those tools with and without dust extraction unit where dust such as mineral dust containing silica or wood dust is expected. This part of EN 50632 sets particular requirements for jig and sabre saws.
SIST EN 50632-2-11:2016/A1:2022 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 13.040.40 - Stationary source emissions; 25.100.40 - Saws; 25.140.20 - Electric tools. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
SIST EN 50632-2-11:2016/A1:2022 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST EN 50632-2-11:2016. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
SIST EN 50632-2-11:2016/A1:2022 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-marec-2022
Elektromotorna orodja - Postopek meritve prahu - 2-11. del: Posebne zahteve za
vbodne in sabljaste žage - Dopolnilo A1
Electric motor-operated tools - Dust measurement procedure - Part 2-11: Particular
requirements for jig and sabre saws
Motorbetriebene Elektrowerkzeuge - Staubmessverfahren - Teil 2-11: Besondere
Anforderungen für Stich- und Säbelsägen
Outils électriques à moteur - Procédure de mesure de la poussière - Partie 2-11:
Exigences particulières pour les scies sauteuses et les scies sabres
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 50632-2-11:2016/A1:2021
ICS:
25.100.40 Žagni listi Saws
25.140.20 Električna orodja Electric tools
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
EUROPEAN STANDARD EN 50632-2-11:2016/A1
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
December 2021
ICS 13.040.40; 25.140.20
English Version
Electric motor-operated tools - Dust measurement procedure -
Part 2-11: Particular requirements for jig and sabre saws
Outils électriques à moteur - Procédure de mesure de la Motorbetriebene Elektrowerkzeuge - Staubmessverfahren -
poussière - Partie 2-11: Exigences particulières pour les Teil 2-11: Besondere Anforderungen für Stich- und
scies sauteuses et les scies sabres Säbelsägen
This amendment A1 modifies the European Standard EN 50632-2-11:2016; it was approved by CENELEC on 2021-12-07. CENELEC
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Ref. No. EN 50632-2-11:2016/A1:2021 E
Contents Page
European foreword . 3
1 Modification to the European foreword . 4
2 Modifications to 4.3, “Operating conditions” . 4
3 Addition of Figures 101, 102 and 103 . 6
European foreword
This document (EN 50632-2-11:2016/A1:2021) has been prepared by CLC/TC 116 “Safety and environmental
aspects of motor-operated electric tools”.
The following dates are fixed:
• latest date by which this document has to be (dop) 2022-12-07
implemented at national level by publication of
an identical national standard or by
endorsement
• latest date by which the national standards (dow) 2024-12-07
conflicting with this document have to be
withdrawn
This amendment was developed to include improvements and clarifications suggested by practical tests.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the el
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