This part of IEC 80416 provides basic principles and guidelines for the creation of graphical
symbols for registration, and provides the key principles and rules for the preparation of title,
description and note(s).
IEC 80416-1 applies to graphical symbols used:
- to identify the equipment or a part of the equipment (for example, controls or displays);
- to indicate functional states or functions (for example, on, off, alarm);
- to designate connections (for example, terminals, filling points);
- to provide information on packaging (for example, identification of content, instructions
for handling);
- to provide instructions for the operation of the equipment (for example, limitations of
use).
IEC 80416-1 does not apply to graphical symbols for:
- safety signs;
- use on drawings and diagrams;
- use in technical documentation of products and in technical product documentation;
- use for public information.
This horizontal standard is primarily intended for use by technical committees in the
preparation of standards in accordance with the principles laid down in IEC Guide 108.
One of the responsibilities of a technical committee is, wherever applicable, to make use of
horizontal standards in the preparation of its publications. The contents of this horizontal
standard will not apply unless specifically referred to or included in the relevant publications.