Directive 2022/2380 & EN IEC 62680-1-2/-3 Certification

Directive 2022/2380

On December 7, 2022, the European Union officially published Directive (EU) 2022/2380 in the Official Journal (OJ), which amends the Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU to include specific implementation requirements for universal charging interfaces under Article 3(3)(a).

The standards EN IEC 62680-1-2 and EN IEC 62680-1-3, established by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), define international specifications for USB interfaces. These aim to standardize charging interfaces across electronic devices, particularly promoting support for USB Type-C connectors and the USB Power Delivery (USB PD) protocol. The ultimate goal is to reduce electronic waste, improve interoperability among devices, promote environmental sustainability, and lower carbon emissions.

Implementation Dates

By December 28, 2024: Applies to handheld mobile phones, mice, keyboards, digital cameras, tablets, handheld video game consoles, portable speakers, portable navigation systems, e-readers, wireless headphones, earbuds, and headsets.

By April 28, 2026: Applies to laptops.

Covered Product Categories (13 Types of Wireless Devices)

1. Handheld mobile phones

2. Tablets

3. Digital cameras

4. Headphones

5. Headsets with microphones

6. Handheld video game consoles

7. Portable speakers

8. E-readers

9. Keyboards

10. Mice

11. Portable navigation systems

12. Earbuds

13. Laptops

Summary of the Standards

EN IEC 62680-1-3: USB Type-C Cable and Connector Specification

1. Covers three core areas: Type-C connectors, Type-C cables, and Type-C protocols (functional aspects).

2. Specifies pin definitions, mechanical structure requirements, dimensional standards, and electrical performance.

3. Defines host/device roles, power sourcing/sinking roles, power capabilities, handshake protocols, and state machines.

4. Includes dedicated sections for USB4 support and active cable specifications.

EN IEC 62680-1-2: USB Power Delivery Specification

1. A fast charging protocol based on the CC channel within Type-C connectors.

2. Enables power and peripheral devices to negotiate voltage, current, and direction of power delivery.

3. Specifies detailed requirements for electrical characteristics, physical and protocol layers, system policies, state machines, and power rules.