IEC 61032 Standard Test Probe 11 with 50N Thrust

 

Specifications:
Probe Type: IEC 61032 Standard Test Probe 11 (with 50N thrust capability)
Probe Material: Stainless steel (rigid, corrosion-resistant, maintains dimensional stability under 50N force)
Handle Material: Nylon (insulating, heat-resistant, non-slip for controlled force application)
Key Dimensions:
– Probe Diameter: 12 mm ± 0.1 mm
– Effective Probe Length: 100 mm ± 0.2 mm
– Total Length (Probe + Handle): 200 mm ± 0.5 mm
– Probe Tip: Hemispherical, radius 6 mm ± 0.05 mm (smooth to avoid enclosure damage)
Applied Thrust: 50N ± 1N (precise force to simulate moderate external pressure on enclosures)
Core Function: Verifies enclosure mechanical resistance and inaccessibility of hazardous parts in electrical equipment per IEC/UL standards

 

Test Procedures:
1. Inspect the probe for damage (e.g., bent body, cracked handle) and confirm thrust calibration.
2. Power on the electrical equipment and let it reach normal operating mode.
3. Hold the handle and align the probe tip with target enclosure areas (e.g., weak points, gaps).
4. Apply steady 50N thrust to the probe—maintain force for 10 seconds (per standard guidelines).
5. Check if the probe penetrates the enclosure or touches hazardous internal parts.
6. Record whether the equipment meets safety requirements (pass/fail).

 

Applications:
1. Safety testing of household appliances (e.g., microwave ovens, dishwashers) to validate enclosure resistance (IEC 60335-1:2023).
2. Compliance checks for industrial electrical enclosures (e.g., factory control panels) per IEC 61032:2021 Figure 11.
3. Verification of commercial equipment (e.g., vending machines) to ensure enclosures withstand moderate force.
4. Quality control for outdoor electrical gear (e.g., weatherproof junction boxes) during manufacturing.
5. Post-production audits of consumer electronics (e.g., large appliance casings) to meet global IEC/UL safety standards.