Test Probe C of IEC 61032 2,5mm Test Rod

This IEC 61032 Test Probe C is a specialized tool for IP3X protection and electric shock prevention testing of household and similar electrical appliances. It features a 2.5mm-diameter rigid test rod (100mm long) to simulate tool access to hazardous parts, paired with a 35mm circular baffle that stops over-insertion into enclosures. The insulating handle (10mm diameter, 100mm length) ensures safe operation, and it applies a precise 3±0.3N thrust—critical for verifying live or mechanical hazards stay inaccessible. Note: It has no integrated cable; a cabled version is available separately for low-voltage testing. Aligned with global standards, it’s reliable for compliance checks.

Standard:

Specifications:
Probe Type: IEC 61032 Test Probe C (2.5mm test rod for IP3X testing, no cable)
Test Rod Diameter: 2.5 mm (rigid for consistent tool-access simulation)
Test Rod Length: 100 mm ± 0.2 mm
Circular Baffle Diameter: 35 mm ± 0.2 mm (prevents excessive enclosure insertion)
Handle Dimensions Diameter: 10 mm; Length: 100 mm
Handle Material: Insulating material (for user safety during testing)
Cable Inclusion: None (cabled version available for low-voltage hazard verification)
Applied Thrust: 3±0.3N (precise force for standard compliance)
Core Function: Verifies IP3X protection; blocks tool access to hazardous live/mechanical parts

Test Procedures:
1. Inspect the probe (rod, baffle, handle) for damage (e.g., bent rod, cracked handle).
2. Place the 35mm baffle flush against the appliance’s enclosure surface.
3. Align the 2.5mm rod with enclosure openings (e.g., vents, gaps).
4. Apply steady 3±0.3N thrust to the rod toward potential hazardous parts.
5. Check if the rod touches hazards or the baffle enters the enclosure.
6. Record whether the appliance meets safety requirements (pass/fail).

Applications:
1. IP3X protection testing of household appliances (e.g., ovens, blenders) per IEC 61032:2021 Figure 3.
2. Electric shock prevention checks for audio/video devices (e.g., TVs, speakers) per IEC 60065:2021.
3. Access protection verification for luminaire housings (e.g., floor lamps) per IEC 60598-1:2020.
4. UL 60335-1:2023 compliance testing for small kitchen appliances (e.g., toasters).
5. Safety checks for industrial small electrical devices (e.g., portable pumps) to block tool access to hazards.

Test Probe C of IEC 61032 2,5mm Test Rod