IEC 62368 Figure V.1 Compliant Articulated and Rigid Test Probes

IEC 62368 Figure V.1 compliant articulated and rigid test probes are engineered to simulate human finger access for safety verification of audio/video (AV) and information/communication technology (ICT) equipment. The articulated probe incorporates two 90°-bendable joints that replicate natural finger articulation for accessing complex openings, while the rigid probe provides straight-path access for simpler apertures. Both configurations utilize corrosion-resistant stainless steel for structural integrity and insulating nylon handles for operator safety, applying a calibrated 10N thrust force. These probes support compliance with international safety standards by verifying that hazardous live components and mechanical parts remain inaccessible during normal operation.

Specifications:
• Probe Type : IEC 62368 Figure V.1 compliant articulated and rigid test probes
• Material:
– Probe Body: Stainless steel
– Handle: Nylon (insulating, non-slip) – Probe Body: Stainless steel
– Handle: Nylon (insulating, non-slip)
• Key Dimensions:
– Probe Diameter: 12 mm ± 0.1 mm
– Effective Length: 80 mm ± 0.2 mm
– Joint Bend Angle: 90° ± 10° (2 joints, coplanar configuration)
– Total Length: 180 mm ± 0.5 mm – Probe Diameter: 12 mm ± 0.1 mm
– Effective Length: 80 mm ± 0.2 mm
– Total Length: 180 mm ± 0.5 mm
• Applied Thrust: 10N ± 0.5N (simulates accidental finger pressure) 10N ± 0.5N (simulates accidental finger pressure)
• Core Function: Verifies hazard inaccessibility via articulated access to curved/angled equipment gaps Verifies hazard inaccessibility via rigid access to straight equipment openings

Test Procedures:
• Inspect both probes for damage (bent bodies, cracked handles, stuck joints on articulated version).
• Power on the AV/ICT equipment and let it reach normal operating mode.
• For articulated probe: Configure joints to 90°; for rigid probe: Use in standard configuration—align with target openings.
• Apply steady 10N thrust to the probe toward potential hazardous parts.