The standard defines critical parameters that manufacturers must specify to ensure safe operation. You can find these detailed in technical documents like the Linear and Rotary Solenoid Notes from Impulse Automation .
The standard defines the following rated values that manufacturers must adhere to: Din Vde 0580.pdf
Permanent magnet systems without electrically generated flux, transformers, and rotating machinery (covered by DIN VDE 0530). Din Vde 0580.pdf
A key requirement is the at rated voltage minus 10% (brownout condition). The standard defines: Din Vde 0580.pdf
A critical part of VDE 0580 is the classification of the load a device is intended to switch. Common categories include: