MEPS for Motors (IE3)
MEPS for motors were introduced on 1 Oct 2018 in Singapore, equivalent to IE3
Covers the following:
All single speed, 3-phase 50 Hz or 50/60 Hz induction motors that are rated on the basis of continuous duty operation, and with
1) 2, 4 or 6-poles;
2) Rated power between 0.75 kW and 375 kW; and
3) Rated voltage of up to 1,000V.
Not Covered:
1) Special-purpose motors
2) Motors that operate wholly immersed in a liquid
3) Multi-speed motors, brake motors and torque motors
4) Motors that are completely integrated into a product
5) Motors that will be exported to other countries
TEST STANDARDS:
Motors shall be tested according to:
1) IEC 60034-2-1:2014 (method 2-1-1B) or
2) IEEE 112:2004 (method B)
Test reports from the following laboratories are accepted:
1) Manufacturers’ in-house test laboratories;
2) Test laboratories that have been accredited by the Singapore Accreditation Council (SAC) to carry out the test in accordance with the applicable test standards; or
3) Overseas test laboratories that have been accredited by their local accreditation bodies and have signed a Mutual Recognition Arrangement with SAC to carry out the test in accordance with the applicable test standards.
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