VDE 0700-45 DIN EN 60335-2-45 1999-04 PDF

Full title and description

STB VDE 0700-45 / DIN EN 60335-2-45 — Safety of household and similar electrical appliances — Part 2-45: Particular requirements for portable electric heating tools and similar appliances. German adoption published April 1999 as the VDE (DIN EN) national version.

Abstract

This part of the EN/IEC 60335 series specifies particular safety requirements and associated tests for portable electric heating tools and similar appliances (for example heat guns, paint strippers, soldering irons and similar devices) with rated voltages not exceeding 250 V. It supplements the general requirements given in IEC/EN 60335-1 and addresses electrical, thermal, mechanical and marking requirements specific to these types of appliances.

General information

• Status: Withdrawn / replaced (superseded by a later edition published in 2003).
• Publication date: April 1999 (designated DIN EN 60335-2-45 VDE 0700-45:1999-04).
• Publisher: VDE Verlag (German national adoption of EN/IEC text; original text under IEC/IEC TC 61).
• ICS / categories: Domestic safety / electrical tools — examples: 13.120 (Domestic safety), 25.140.20 (Electric tools).
• Edition / version: DIN EN 60335-2-45: 1999-04 (VDE 0700-45).
• Number of pages: Approximately 13 pages (national printed version).

Scope

The standard applies to portable electric heating tools and closely related appliances intended for household and similar use, typically with a rated supply voltage not exceeding 250 V. It covers constructional and performance requirements, tests for heating and abnormal operation, insulation and dielectric-strength tests, protection against access to live parts, marking and instructions, and particular mechanical safety aspects for these hand-held or portable devices. Typical appliance examples addressed include heat guns, paint strippers, soldering irons/soldering guns, small portable heaters and similar handheld heating implements.

Key topics and requirements

• Supplementary requirements to IEC/EN 60335-1 specific to portable heating tools.
• Limits and tests for operating and abnormal temperature rise (heating of accessible surfaces and internal components).
• Dielectric strength, leakage current and insulation requirements at operating and elevated temperatures.
• Protection against access to live parts and guarding of hot elements to reduce burn risk.
• Endurance, mechanical strength and stability tests (including impact, vibration and endurance under load).
• Requirements for marking, warnings and instructions for safe use (including intended use and restrictions).
• Requirements for components, internal wiring, earthing/grounding provisions and connections.
• Tests and provisions for abnormal operation, thermal cut-outs and safeguarding against fire and ignition sources.

Typical use and users

Manufacturers and designers of portable electric heating tools (heat guns, soldering irons, paint strippers, etc.) use this standard to design products that meet European/German safety expectations. Test laboratories, conformity assessment bodies, certification and compliance engineers, regulatory authorities and procurement teams reference the standard for type testing, product evaluation and market access. Maintenance and service organisations also use it to understand safe repair limits and component requirements.

Related standards

This part is intended to be used together with the general requirements of IEC/EN 60335-1. Later and related documents include subsequent editions and amendments of EN/IEC 60335-2-45 (for example the 2002 edition and later amendments) and national implementations (DIN VDE versions). Other related parts of the 60335 series cover different appliance types and common test methods.

Keywords

portable heating tools, heat gun, paint stripper, soldering iron, household appliances, EN 60335-2-45, VDE 0700-45, safety requirements, dielectric strength, temperature tests, marking, earthing.

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: It is the German/adopted national version (VDE) of EN/IEC 60335-2-45, issued April 1999, specifying particular safety requirements for portable electric heating tools and similar appliances.

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers constructional and testing requirements that supplement the general household-appliance safety standard (IEC/EN 60335-1), with focus on thermal, electrical and mechanical risks specific to portable heating tools — including temperature limits, insulation, leakage current, abnormal-operation tests, marking and mechanical protection.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Product designers, manufacturers, test laboratories, conformity assessment and certification bodies, safety engineers and market surveillance/regulatory authorities concerned with the safety and compliance of portable heating appliances.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: The 1999-04 edition has been withdrawn and superseded by a later edition (DIN EN 60335-2-45 VDE 0700-45 published in 2003 and subsequent amendments). Users should refer to the latest edition/amendments of EN/IEC 60335-2-45 for current requirements.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: Yes — it is Part 2-45 of the IEC/EN 60335 series (Safety of household and similar electrical appliances). Part 2-x documents contain particular requirements for specific appliance groups and are used together with IEC/EN 60335-1 (general requirements).

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: Portable heating tools, heat gun, paint stripper, soldering iron, EN 60335-2-45, VDE 0700-45, safety tests, temperature rise, leakage current, earthing.