IEC 61869-1 applies to newly manufactured instrument transformers used for:

It covers transformers intended for use in:

Relationship with other parts:

If a conflict arises between Part 1 and a subsequent "product part" (like Part 2 or 3), the specific product part takes precedence.

Common reasons:

The standard mandates specific design criteria to ensure safety during operation:

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IEC 61869-1 is the modern replacement for IEC 60044-1 (CTs) and IEC 60044-2 (VTs).

IEC 61869-1 is an international standard developed by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). It serves as the foundational document (Part 1) of the IEC 61869 series, which replaced the older IEC 60044 series of standards.

This standard specifies the general requirements for instrument transformers (Current Transformers and Voltage Transformers). It acts as a "parent" standard; product-specific standards (like Part 2 for CTs or Part 3 for VTs) modify or supplement the requirements laid out in Part 1.

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