EN 50055:1991

Electrical apparatus for the detection and measurement of combustible gases - Performance requirements for Group I apparatus indicating up to 5% (v/v) methane in air

General information

99.60 Withdrawal effective   Jan 1, 1999

CENELEC

CLC/TC 31 Electrical apparatus for potentially explosive atmospheres

European Norm

Scope

1.1 This European Standard specifies performance requirements for Group I (as defined in European Standard EN 50 054) portable, transportable and fixed apparatus for the detection and measurement of methane concentrations in mine air. The apparatus, or parts thereof, are intended for use in mines susceptible to firedamps and shall meet the General requirements and test methods specified in European Standard EN 50054. NOTE. The use of Group I apparatus may not be permitted without the additional and prior approval of the relevant authority in mines under its jurisdiction, see Note 1 under clause 1.1 of European Standard EN 50054. 1.2 This European Standard is restricted to apparatus intended for the detection and measurement of methane volume ratios in air from 1 % (v/v) up to but not exceeding 5 % (v/v).

Life cycle

NOW

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EN 50055:1991
99.60 Withdrawal effective
Jan 1, 1999

CORRIGENDA / AMENDMENTS

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EN 50055:1991/A1:1995

REVISED BY

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EN 50055:1998