How to get an IEC 61010-1 Test Report?

IEC 61010-1is an electrical safety standard issued by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) that applies to equipment used for measurement, control, and laboratory applications. The goal of IEC 61010-1 is to regulate product design, manufacturing, testing and deployment so as to eliminate risk (electric shock, fire or mechanical injury to users or environment during normal or fault conditions) of this equipment to users or environment during regular or fault conditions. Below you will find an in-depth guide covering key test items as well as full process for getting your test report.

What Products Require IEC 61010-1 Testing?

This standard covers electrical equipment used for measurement, control and laboratory environments – particularly measuring devices (and associated accessories), control devices (like control panels or meters), accessories or their parts used within these environments such as cable reels etc. Common examples may include products like:

1. Electronic measuring instruments (such as oscilloscopes, multimeters and signal generators)

2. Laboratory power supplies (such as constant current sources or regulated power supplies)

3. Industrial control equipment (such as PLCs or sensor interface modules)

4. Non-diagnostic medical testing instruments (such as biochemical pre-treatment equipment)

5. Lab/industrial electrical equipment that involves power operation or data acquisition

II. Key IEC 61010-1 Test Items

Testing should focus on safety and encompass these scenarios:

1. Protection Against Electric Shock

①　Enclosure Protection Rating (IP Testing)

②　Insulation Withstand Capacity (Dielectric Strength Test)

③　Ground Resistance Test

2. Mechanical Safety

①　Structural Strength (drop/impact tests)

②　Protecting Moving Parts with Fan Guards

③　Treating Sharp Edges and Burrs for Injury Prevention

3. Fire Resistance and Flame Retardancy

2 Steps are involved when testing materials for flameproof properties:

①　Glow Wire Test

②　Needle Flame Test

No sustained burning during fault conditions

4. Environmental Adaptability

①　Simulating Temperature and Humidity Changes for High/Low Storage or Damp Heat Cycling

②　Vibration and Shock Resistance during Transportation

③　Verifying Equipment Stability

5. Protected Operation

①　Overload Testing (e.g., power output over-limit)

②　Short Circuit (intended line shorting)

③　Evaluating if the device can auto shut off or limit harmful energy sources

III. Acquisition Process for IEC 61010-1 Test Report

1. Prep Phase

①　Confirm that your product fulfils the requirements of standard

②　Compile technical documents (Schematics, BOM List, Structural Drawings & User Manual)

③　Provide at least 2–3 fully assembled units (with packaging), as some tests can be destructive and require backup units for effective functioning

2. Submit and Test Samples (Submission/Testing of Samples)

Entrust an accredited laboratory under ILAC-MRA such as JJR Laboratory in Chinato perform clause-by-clause testing as per IEC 61010-1

3. Corrective Action and Retest

①　If a test fails due to dielectric breakdown or structural integrity issues, modify your design based on lab reports (for instance upgrading insulation or reinforcing enclosure)

②　Resubmit for further retesting until all items pass

4. Report and Certification

①　Whilst your product passes all tests, our lab will issue an IEC 61010-1 compliant report

②　In addition to this, a cb certificatecan also be issued as international recognition of quality product production

JJR Laboratoryis an internationally accredited third-party testing institute offering comprehensive IEC 61010-1 testing services and EMC (electromagnetic compatibility) verification. Equipped with dielectric testers, glow wire testers, and EMC chambers; JJR supports fast sample submission and efficient rectification enabling manufacturers to quickly obtain internationally compliant test reports and accelerate global market entry.