DIN 40050 and IEC 60529 12.5mm test probe for household appliance against electric shock protection test

The DIN 40050/IEC 60529 12.5mm Test Probe is a specialized safety tool for household appliances—like fridges, washers, and ovens—focused on electric shock protection. It tests if hazardous live parts (e.g., internal wiring, terminal blocks) are accessible through appliance gaps (control panels, door seals). Crafted with a conductive stainless steel probe (12.5mm diameter, matching standard requirements) and an insulated handle, it applies controlled force to mimic accidental user contact. Strictly compliant with DIN 40050 and IEC 60529, it’s durable, precise, and critical for manufacturers to ensure appliances meet global electric shock safety standards.

Specifications:
Tool Type: DIN 40050/IEC 60529 12.5mm Test Probe (for household appliance electric shock protection testing)
Key Dimensions:
– Ball Diameter: 12.5 mm
– Baffle Plate Diameter: 4 mm
– Baffle Plate Thickness: 10 mm
– Handle Diameter: 4 mm
Core Function: Detects accessibility of hazardous live parts in household appliances; verifies compliance with electric shock protection requirements

Test Procedures:
1. Inspect the probe (no bent stainless steel, cracked insulation, or poor conductivity) and connect it to a live-part detection tool.
2. Power on the household appliance and set it to standby or normal operating mode (per test guidelines).
3. Hold the insulated handle and align the 12.5mm probe tip with appliance gaps (e.g., control panel seams, door edges).
4. Insert the probe into the gap with a steady 50N force—advance until resistance is felt or the probe is fully inserted.
5. Check the detection tool for signals (indicating contact with live parts).
6. Record results: pass if no live-part contact; fail if contact is detected (requiring enclosure adjustments).

Applications:
1. Electric shock protection testing of refrigerators (gaps around door seals and temperature control knobs) per DIN 40050-9:2017.
2. Safety checks for washing machines (control panel gaps and detergent drawer slots) compliant with IEC 60529:2013.
3. Verification of electric ovens (door hinges and control button seams) to prevent live-part access per UL 60335-1:2023.
4. Quality control for microwave ovens (keypad gaps and vent openings) during manufacturing.
5. Post-production testing of dishwashers (door latches and display panel edges) to meet global household safety standards.

DIN 40050 or IEC 60529 12.5mm test probe for household appliance against electric shock protection test