What is the UL 62368-1 Standard?

The IEC 62368-1 standardis a new safety standard applicable to audio/video equipment, information technology, and communication technology equipment. It is designed to reduce the need for frequent updates to existing safety standards in response to product innovations.

Under the new EU low voltage directive (LVD) 2014/35/EUand the Radio Equipment Directive (RED) 2014/53/EU, EN 62368-1 / IEC 62368-1:2014officially replacedthe previous standards en 60950-1and en 60065on June 20, 2019. From that date forward, audio/video and IT products entering the EU market must comply with EN 62368-1 / IEC 62368-1.

Implementation in North America

In North America, UL announced that starting June 20, 2019, new applications for certification of audio/video, information technology, and communication productsmust use ul 62368-1. Applications under the old UL 60950-1standard are no longer accepted. Moreover, any existing certified products undergoing significant changes(e.g., primary circuit modifications) must also transition to UL 62368-1.

The IEC 62368-1standard replaces the existing iec 60950-1 (ITE standard)and IEC 60065 (Audio/Video standard).

When Did IEC 62368-1 Take Effect?

The UL/EN/IEC 62368-1standard became legally enforceableonly after formal adoption by regional and national authorities.

The original mandatory datewas June 20, 2019, but it was extended to December 20, 2020.

December 20, 2020, marks the official enforcement dateof UL/EN/IEC 62368-1 (2nd edition)and the withdrawal dateof UL/EN/IEC 60950-1 and 60065.

> ⚠️ Note: According to the EU ce marking regulations, any product placed on the marketon or after December 20, 2020, must comply with EN 62368-1. Products can no longer use EN 60950-1 or EN 60065 to access the EU market.

General Safety Tests for IT/AV Equipment under UL 62368-1

1. Label Durability Test

2. Mechanical Tests

①　Impact Test

②　Vibration Test

③　Shock Test

④　Drop Test

⑤　Stress Relief Test

⑥　Screw Torque Test

⑦　Stability Test

3. Temperature Test

4. Electrical Tests

①　Input Test

②　Discharge Test

③　Surge Test

④　Humidity Treatment

⑤　Insulation Resistance & Dielectric Strength Test

⑥　Grounding Resistance Test

⑦　Abnormal Operation Test

ul test report Application Process

1. Consultation and Quotation

2. Contract Signing

3. Sample Submission

4. Payment of Testing Fees

5. Testing by JJR Laboratory and Issuance of UL Test Report

6. Project Closure

Applications of the New Standard

IEC/UL 62368-1is widely applied to various high-tech products, including:

1. Computers and Networking Equipment

(e.g., servers, desktop/laptop computers, routers, power supplies)

2. Consumer Electronics

(e.g., amplifiers, home theater systems, digital cameras, personal music players)

3. Screens and Display Devices

(e.g., monitors, TVs, digital projectors)

4. Communication Products

(e.g., network infrastructure, mobile/wireless phones, battery-powered communication devices)

5. Office Equipment

(e.g., copiers, paper shredders)

6. Musical Instruments

7. Similar Audio/Video, Information, and Communication Technology Equipment

used in homes, schools, data centers, commercial, and professional environments.