An amendment that introduced risk assessment requirements (Clause 17) and updated surface temperature limits to align with EN 563.
The standard applies to a wide range of electrical equipment, including: iec 610101 wikipedia
Compliance with IEC 61010 is often mandatory for manufacturers looking to sell electrical laboratory or measurement equipment in international markets. Products that meet this standard are typically marked with certification symbols (such as the CE mark in Europe or cULus mark in North America), indicating that they have been tested for safety risks. The IEC 61010 standard is structured into several
The IEC 61010-1 standard establishes essential safety requirements for electrical equipment used in measurement, control, and laboratory settings. It covers protection against electric shock, fire, mechanical hazards, and high-energy discharges, with the current 3.1 edition harmonized for global compliance. To learn more about this standard, visit Wikipedia . EU’s Low Voltage Directive
The IEC 61010 standard is structured into several parts:
Many countries adopt IEC 61010‑1 directly as a national standard or require compliance for market access (e.g., EU’s Low Voltage Directive, US OSHA‑recognized testing labs).