The EN 61010-1 6.2.3 compliant test pin with a diameter of 3mm and length of 100mm

The EN 61010-1:2019 Clause 6.2.3 compliant test pin is a specialized safety tool for electrical equipment testing. It’s designed to check if preset control holes (like knob or switch openings) prevent access to hazardous internal parts. With a 3mm diameter metal rod (100mm long) for reaching narrow gaps, a 35mm circular baffle to stop over-insertion, and a 100mm insulating handle for user protection, it delivers reliable results. It’s widely used for measurement, control, and lab equipment, ensuring compliance with global safety standards.

Standards:

Specifications:
Rod Length:  100mm (±0.2mm tolerance, ensures ability to reach deep preset controls)
Rod Diameter:  3mm (±0.05mm tolerance, fits narrow preset control holes)
Circular Baffle:  Diameter 35mm (prevents over-insertion into equipment enclosures)
Handle Diameter:  10mm (ergonomic design for secure grip)
Handle Length:  100mm (insulating material, protects users from electrical contact)
Material Composition Rod: Conductive steel (for reliable hazardous part detection); Handle: Flame-retardant insulating plastic (UL94 V-0 rating)

Test Procedures:
1. Inspect the test pin for bent rods, cracked insulation, or baffle damage to ensure functionality.
2. Power off the equipment under test and place it on a flat, stable surface.
3. Identify preset control holes (e.g., for adjusting dials or switches) on the equipment.
4. Hold the insulating handle, align the metal rod with the hole, and insert until the baffle touches the equipment surface.
5. Check if the rod can contact hazardous parts (via visual inspection or electrical testing).
6. Record results to confirm if the equipment meets safety requirements.

Applications:
1. Safety testing of laboratory instruments (e.g., pH meters, spectrophotometers) per EN 61010-1:2019 Clause 6.2.3.
2. Hazard access checks for industrial control devices (e.g., PLC panels, temperature regulators) to prevent accidental contact with live parts.
3. Compliance verification for medical measurement equipment (e.g., portable blood glucose monitors) with preset controls.
4. Quality control for electronic test tools (e.g., digital multimeters, oscilloscopes) during production.
5. Pre-certification testing for automation control units (e.g., factory robotic controllers) to meet global market safety norms.