IEC 62606:2013 applies to arc fault detection devices (AFDD) for household and similar uses in a.c. circuits. An AFDD is designed by the manufacturer:
– either as a single device having opening means able to open the protected circuit in specified conditions; or
– as a single device integrating a protective device; or
– as a separate unit, according to Annex D assembled on site with a declared protective device.
– either as a single device having opening means able to open the protected circuit in specified conditions; or
– as a single device integrating a protective device; or
– as a separate unit, according to Annex D assembled on site with a declared protective device.
