BS EN 60446:2000
Basic and safety principles for man-machine interface, marking and identification - Identification of conductors by colours or numerals

Standard No.

BS EN 60446:2000

Release Date

2000

Published By

British Standards Institution (BSI)

Status

Be replaced 2007-07

Replace By

BS EN 60446:2007

Latest

BS EN 60445:2017

Scope

This International Standard provides general rules for the use of certain colours or numerals to identify conductors with the aim of avoiding ambiguity and ensuring safe operation. These conductors may be applied in cables or cores, busbars, electrical equipment and installations. It is based on the principles given in IEC Guide 104 and ISO/IEC Guide 51.

BS EN 60446:2000 history

• 2017 BS EN 60445:2017 Basic and safety principles for man-machine interface, marking and identification. Identification of equipment terminals, conductor terminations and conductors
• 2010 BS EN 60445:2010 Basic and safety principles for man-machine interface, marking and identification. Identification of equipment terminals, conductor terminations and conductors
• 2007 BS EN 60446:2007 Basic and safety principles for man-machine interface, marking and identification - Identification of conductors by colours or alphanumerics
• 2000 BS EN 60446:2000 Basic and safety principles for man-machine interface, marking and identification - Identification of conductors by colours or numerals