IEC 60335-2-16 Flat End Test Rod

IEC 60335-2-16 Flat End Test Rod is engineered and manufactured in strict compliance with IEC 60335-2-16 Clause 22.102 requirements. This precision test instrument is utilized for evaluating the concealment of reset buttons on protective devices in household and commercial food waste disposers. During testing, the appliance’s protective device must be in the off state, and the test rod is applied from any direction to contact the protective device. The rod features a precisely machined diameter of 76 mm ±0.1 mm with a flat end configuration. A critical test parameter requires maintaining a minimum distance of 1.5 mm between the rod surface and the reset button throughout the procedure. The protective device must not be operated by the rod and must not automatically reset during testing.

Key Technical Specifications:

• Rod Diameter: 76 mm ± 0.1 mm (per IEC 60335-2-16 Clause 22.102)
• End Configuration: Flat end design for consistent surface contact during testing
• Minimum Distance Requirement: ≥1.5 mm between rod and protective device reset button
• Primary Function: Prevents accidental operation and automatic resetting of protective devices during concealment verification
• Test Application: Omnidirectional application capability to simulate real-world contact scenarios

Standardized Test Procedure:

1. Verify the appliance’s protective device is in the off state.
2. Apply the test rod to the protective device from any direction.
3. Maintain a minimum 1.5 mm clearance between the rod and reset button.
4. Monitor whether the protective device operates or automatically resets.
5. Document test results against IEC 60335-2-16 compliance requirements.

Application Scope:

• Concealment testing of reset buttons on household food waste disposers (IEC 60335-2-16 Clause 22.102 compliance)
• Safety verification of protective device buttons on commercial food waste processing equipment
• Compliance validation for kitchen appliances with concealed protective reset mechanisms
• Quality assurance testing during food waste disposer manufacturing processes

Compliance Standards: IEC 60335-2-16

Product Identification: SMT-F76