This document specifies the qualification requirements for arc welding and its external monitoring equipment. This document is also applicable to the actual verification operation of arc welding equipment. This document may be used for installation and other times or intervals that the user deems appropriate to ensure that the equipment will operate in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications or other specifications that the user deems applicable. This document does not apply to: --- plasma systems for cutting and gouging; --- arc ignition and arc stabilization devices; --- arc welding equipment designed according to IEC60974-6. Note 1: Other components in the welding system, such as robots, rotating devices, gas circuit devices, etc., also have an impact on the welding results, and can be verified if necessary. For more information, see ISO17662. Note 2: See IEC60974 4 for periodic inspection and testing of arc welding equipment. This document is intended for users, service shops or manufacturers. It can be: --- used independently; --- used in conjunction with the manufacturer's instructions; or --- used as the basis for the manufacturer to prepare equivalent verification procedures for specific equipment.
GB/T 15579.14-2021 Referenced Document
IEC 60974-1:2017 Arc welding equipment - Part 1: Welding power sources