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    IEC 62368-1 4th Edition

    Audio/Video & ICT Equipment Testing

    What Changed

    • Legacy component certifications no longer accepted

    • Expanded battery, fire, and liquid cooling requirements

    • Updated safeguards and energy source classification

    Why It Matters

    • Prevents certification delays

    • Protects global market access

    • Aligns products with future regulatory enforcement

    What to Do Now 

    • Review BOMs and existing certifications

    • Identify legacy-certified components

    • Engage with Eurofins MET Lab early to plan transition

    IEC 62368-1 4th Edition: Critical Updates for Manufacturers

     

    The IEC 62368-1 4th Edition marks a major shift in product safety compliance. Legacy component certifications (IEC 60950-1 and IEC 60065) are no longer accepted.

     

    Download our IEC 62368-1, 4th Edition Tool Guide for expert insights on the latest updates and compliance requirements.

     

     

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    Products Covered Under the Standard

    Televisions

    Televisions

    Home entertainment systems

    Home entertainment systems

    Soundbars

    Soundbars

    Headphones

    Headphones

    Microphones

    Microphones

    Video projectors

    Video projectors

    Speakers)

    Speakers

    Amplifiers

    Amplifiers

    Desktop computers

    Desktop computers

    Laptops

    Laptops

    Servers

    Servers

    Networking devices (routers, switches, hubs)

    Networking devices (routers, switches, hubs)

    Printers

    Printers

    Workstations

    Workstations

    Tablets

    Tablets

    Smartphones

    Monitors

    Telecommunication systems

    Telecommunication systems

    Mobile phones and smartphones

    Mobile phones and smartphones

    VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) devices

    VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) devices

    Wireless access points (Wi-Fi routers)

    Wireless access points (Wi-Fi routers)

    Video conferencing systems

    Video conferencing systems

    Gaming consoles

    Gaming consoles

    Set-top boxes

    Set-top boxes

    Blu-ray players

    Blu-ray players

    Streaming devices

    Streaming devices

    Digital audio players (DAP)

    Digital audio players (DAP)

    Products Covered Under the Standard

    Measurement & Testing Equipment

    Multimeters (digital and analog)
    Multimeters (digital and analog)
    Oscilloscopes
    Oscilloscopes
    Thermometers (digital, infrared, or contact-based)
    Thermometers (digital, infrared, or contact-based)
    Pressure gauges
    Pressure gauges
    Data acquisition systems
    Data acquisition systems
    Spectrum analyzers
    Spectrum analyzers
    Network analyzers
    Network analyzers
    Environmental monitoring systems
    Environmental monitoring systems

    Control Equipment

    Programmable logic controllers
    Programmable logic controllers (PLCs)
    Process control systems
    Process control systems
    Motor controllers
    Motor controllers
    Temperature controllers
    Temperature controllers
    Power meters
    Power meters
    Spectrum analyzers Supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems
    Spectrum analyzers Supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems

    Laboratory Equipment

    Centrifuges
    Centrifuges
    Analytical instruments (e.g., chromatography, mass spectrometers)
    Analytical instruments (e.g., chromatography, mass spectrometers)
    Spectrophotometers
    Spectrophotometers
    Incubators
    Incubators
    Fume hoods
    Fume hoods
    pH meters
    pH meters
    Water purification systems
    Water purification systems

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    FAQ

    IEC 62368-1 is a safety standard that ensures IT equipment is designed to protect users from electrical, thermal, and mechanical hazards. Its hazard-based approach identifies potential risks and implements safeguards, making it essential for compliance, user safety, and market acceptance.

    Energy sources are classified into three levels:
    Energy Level 1: Safe under normal use (i.e. low energy).
    Energy Level 2: May cause pain but not hazardous (i.e. medium energy).
    Energy Level 3: Potentially dangerous (i.e. high energy, extreme heat).

    The standard specifies:
    Basic safeguards for Energy Level 1 (low-risk) sources.
    Supplementary safeguards for Energy Level 2 (moderate-risk) sources.
    Reinforced safeguards for Energy Level 3 (high-risk) sources.

    IEC 62368-1 applies to AV and IT equipment like TVs, audio devices, computers, and servers used in both residential and commercial settings.

    The standard ensures electrical safety by setting strict guidelines for insulation, clearance, creepage, and leakage current testing to minimize the risk of electrical hazards.

    The standard limits surface temperatures, requires proper ventilation, and mandates thermal protection systems to prevent burns or overheating.

    The standard requires flame-retardant materials, circuit protection, and testing to reduce fire risks and slow flame spread in AV and IT equipment, or enclosure design to prevent spread of fire.

    Products must have safeguards against sharp edges, moving parts, and impact, ensuring they safely withstand normal use and external forces.

    The standard categorizes users as ordinary, instructed, or skilled, with specific safeguards for each based on their knowledge and level of exposure to potential hazards.

    Materials are tested to withstand electrical, thermal, and mechanical stress, ensuring fire resistance, insulation, and durability.

    The standard ensures that automated or programmable functions behave in a safe manner, even in the event of a failure.

    Yes, equipment must perform safely under conditions like temperature changes and humidity, making it reliable in varied environments.

    Yes, products are tested for EMC and RF emissions, ensuring that products do not interfere with other electronic devices and comply with wireless communication standards.

    The standard requires user guides, safety labels, and certification marks to inform users about safe operation and maintenance.

    IEC 62368-1 aligns with IEC 62368-1 but includes U.S.-specific requirements to meet OSHA regulations as well as additional safety testing and certification criteria required in the United States.

    The standard replaces IEC 60950-1 (for IT equipment) and IEC 60065 (for AV equipment), using a hazard-based approach to enhance safety.

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