This International Standard is applicable to low-voltage a.c. capacitor banks intended to be used for power factor correction purposes, equipped with a built-in switchgear and controlgear apparatus capable of connecting to or disconnecting from the mains part(s) of the bank with the aim to correct its power factor.
Low-voltage power factor correction banks if not otherwise indicated hereinafter and where applicable shall comply with the requirements of IEC 60439-1 and those of IEC 60439-3.