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

IEC 61032 Figure 3 Access Probe (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.

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

Applications:
• IP3X protection testing of household appliances (e.g., ovens, blenders) per IEC 61032 Figure 3.
• Electric shock prevention checks for audio/video devices (e.g., TVs, speakers).
• Access protection verification for luminaire housings (e.g., floor lamps).
• UL 60335-1:2023 compliance testing for small kitchen appliances (e.g., toasters).
• 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