IEC 62368-1 Figure 20 Test Hook

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Description

This IEC 62368-1 Figure 20 Test Hook is a specialized safety tool designed for audio/video, information, and communication technology (AV/ICT) equipment. It features a precision-engineered hook-shaped stainless steel tip—critical for simulating accidental hooking of internal components like wires or small mechanical parts. Paired with an insulating nylon handle for safe, non-slip operation, it strictly follows IEC 62368-1’s dimensional and functional requirements. Lightweight yet durable, it verifies that hazardous live or moving parts remain inaccessible via hookable gaps, making it essential for manufacturers and labs to meet global AV/ICT safety compliance.

Standards:

Standards No.	Clause/Figure	Standards Name
IEC 62368-1:2022	Clause 5.3, Figure 20	Audio/video, information and communication technology equipment – Safety – Part 1: General requirements
UL 62368-1:2023	Clause 5.3 (Aligns with IEC 62368-1 Figure 20)	Standard for Safety for Audio/Video, Information, and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1: General Requirements

Specifications:
Probe Type: IEC 62368-1 Figure 20 Test Hook (for AV/ICT equipment hooking risk testing)
Hook Material: Stainless steel (rigid, corrosion-resistant, maintains hook shape accuracy)
Handle Material: Nylon (insulating, heat-resistant, non-slip for secure grip)
Key Dimensions:
– Hook Tip Diameter: 1.0 mm ± 0.05 mm
– Hook Opening Width: 5.0 mm ± 0.1 mm
– Effective Hook Length: 60 mm ± 0.2 mm
– Handle Length: 120 mm ± 0.5 mm
– Total Length: 180 mm ± 0.5 mm
Applied Force: No appreciable force (mimics light, accidental hooking contact with equipment)
Core Function: Verifies inaccessibility of hazardous live/mechanical parts via hookable gaps in AV/ICT equipment per IEC/UL 62368-1

Test Procedures:
1. Inspect the test hook for damage (e.g., bent tip, cracked handle) to ensure accuracy.
2. Power on the AV/ICT equipment and let it reach normal operating mode.
3. Hold the nylon handle and align the hook tip with potential hookable gaps (e.g., wire exits, vent slits).
4. Gently insert and maneuver the hook toward internal hazardous parts (e.g., live wires, small gears).
5. Check if the hook catches or touches any dangerous components.
6. Record whether the equipment meets safety requirements (pass/fail).

Applications:
1. Safety testing of AV equipment (e.g., soundbars, projectors) to prevent hookable internal wire access (IEC 62368-1:2022 Figure 20).
2. Compliance checks for ICT devices (e.g., network routers, server enclosures) per UL 62368-1:2023.
3. Verification of portable AV/ICT gear (e.g., laptop docking stations, Bluetooth speakers) for hooking hazards.
4. Quality control for commercial AV systems (e.g., conference room audio mixers) during manufacturing.
5. Post-production audits of home ICT equipment (e.g., smart home hubs) to meet global safety standards.