IEEE 333:1972

- Superseded.


This recommended practice covers the application of electrical equipment and wiring furnished as part of a packaging machine, and associated equipment commencing at the place of connection of the power supply. It shall apply to electrical equipment for use on circuits which operate from a supply voltage of 600 V or less. It shall not be considered adequate for machines intended for use in locations designated as hazardous by the NEC(National Electric Code), NFPA 70-1971 (ANSI Cl-1971).
The purpose of this recommended practice is to provide guidelines for the proper application of electrical equipment to packaging machinery which will promote: (1) Safety to personnel and equipment, including the reduction of fire and accident hazard (2) Uninterrupted production (3) Long life and low maintenance cost This is a minimum recommended practice and is not intended to limit or inhibit advancement in the areas of electrical or mechanical engineering.