Sector Updates

High-voltage test techniques - Charge-based measurement of partial discharges

Product Designation:   AS/NZS IEC 60270:2026

Abstract:   AS/NZS IEC 60270:2026 provides guidance for the charge-based measurement of partial discharges which occur in electrical apparatus, components or systems when tested with alternating voltages (AC) up to 500 Hz or with direct voltage (DC)

History:   Originated as AS 1018-1970. Revised and redesignated as AS 60270-2001. Revised and redesignated as AS/NZS IEC 60270:2026.

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High-voltage test techniques, Part 1: General terminology and test requirements

Product Designation:   AS/NZS IEC 60060.1:2026

Abstract:   AS/NZS IEC 60060.1:2026 identically adopts IEC 60060 1:2025, which provides general terminology and test requirements for high-voltage test techniques applicable to dielectric tests with direct voltage, alternating voltage, impulse voltage, or a combination thereof

History:   First published as AS IEC 60060.1:2018. Second edition 2026.

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High-voltage test techniques, Part 2: Measuring systems

Product Designation:   AS/NZS IEC 60060.2:2026

Abstract:   AS/NZS IEC 60060.2:2026 identically adopts AS IEC 60060.2:2018, which, in relation to measuring systems for high-voltage test techniques —(a) defines the terms used;(b) describes methods to estimate the uncertainties of high-voltage measurements;(c) states the requirements that apply to measuring systems;(d) describes the methods for approving a measuring system and checking its components; and(e) describes the procedures by which the user demonstrates that a measuring system meets the requirements of this document, including the limits set for the uncertainty of measurement.

History:   First published as AS IEC 60060.2:2018. Jointly revised and redesignated as AS/NZS IEC 60060.2:2026.

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High-voltage switchgear and controlgear, Part 105: Alternating current switch-fuse combinations for rated voltages above 1 kV up to and including 52 kV (IEC 62271-105:2021 (ED. 3.0) MOD)

Product Designation:   AS/NZS 62271.105:2026

Abstract:   AS/NZS 62271.105:2026 adopts and modifies IEC 62271 105:2021 (ED. 3.0), which specifies requirements for three-pole units for distribution systems composed of switches or switch-disconnectors and current-limiting fuses capable of breaking currents up to the rated short-circuit breaking current and making circuits to which the rated short-circuit breaking current applies

History:   Originated as AS IEC 62271.105:2015. Jointly revised and redesignated as AS/NZS 62271.105:2026.

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Instruments and software used for measurements in high-voltage and high-current tests, Part 1: Requirements for instruments for impulse tests

Product Designation:   AS/NZS IEC 61083.1:2026

Abstract:   AS/NZS IEC 61083.1:2026 applies to digital recorders, including digital oscilloscopes, used for measurements during tests with high impulse voltages and high impulse currents

History:   Originated as AS 61083.1-2006. Revised and redesignated as AS/NZS IEC 61083.1:2026.

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Electricity metering equipment (AC) - General requirements, tests and test conditions, Part 31: Product safety requirements and tests (IEC 62052-31:2024, MOD)

Product Designation:   AS 62052.31:2026

Abstract:   AS 62052.31:2026 adopts IEC 62052 31:2024 with modifications for Australia, which specifies general safety requirements and associated tests, with their appropriate conditions for type testing of directly connected, transformer-operated or transducer-operated AC and DC electricity meters and load control equipment.

History:   First published as AS 62052.31:2017. Second edition 2026.

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High-voltage switchgear and controlgear, Part 203: AC gas-insulated metal-enclosed switchgear for rated voltages above 52 kV (IEC 62271-203:2022 (ED. 3.0) MOD)

Product Designation:   AS/NZS 62271.203:2026

Abstract:   AS/NZS 62271.203:2026 adopts and modifies IEC 62271 203:2022 (ED. 3.0), which specifies requirements for gas-insulated metal-enclosed switchgear in which the insulation is obtained, at least partly, by an insulating gas or gas mixture other than air at atmospheric pressure, for alternating current of rated voltages above 52 kV, for indoor and outdoor installation, and for service frequencies up to and including 60 Hz

History:   Originated as AS 62271.203:2005. Previous edition AS 62271.203:2012. Jointly revised and redesignated as AS/NZS 62271.203:2026.

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High-voltage switchgear and controlgear, Part 202: AC prefabricated substations for rated voltages above 1 kV and up to and including 52 kV (IEC 62271-202:2022 (ED. 3.0) MOD)

Product Designation:   AS/NZS 62271.202:2026

Abstract:   AS/NZS 62271.202:2026 adopts and modifies IEC 62271 202:2022 (ED. 3.0), which specifies the service conditions, rated characteristics, general structural requirements and test methods of enclosed high-voltage prefabricated substations

History:   Originated as AS 61330-2005. Previous edition AS 62271.202:2019. Jointly revised and redesignated as AS/NZS 62271.202:2026.

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