| Aspect | IEC 60060-1 | IEC 61180-1 | |---|---|---| | | High-voltage apparatus (rated above 1 kV AC) | Low-voltage apparatus (rated below 1 kV AC / 1.5 kV DC) | | Test voltage levels | Very high (up to several MV) | Moderate (typically 1 kV to 100 kV) | | Focus | General high-voltage techniques | Simplified, practical methods for LV gear | | Measurement accuracy | Extremely stringent | Adapted tolerances (still rigorous) | | Safety considerations | Specialized HV safety protocols | Emphasis on safe distances and barriers for lower-rated labs |
The standard provides the technical requirements for dielectric tests applied to low-voltage equipment (typically systems where the highest voltage is ≤1is less than or equal to 1 kV). It covers: iec 61180-1 pdf
The standard defines standardized high-voltage tests to verify the dielectric strength and insulation integrity of low-voltage electrical and electronic equipment. Key topics covered include: | Aspect | IEC 60060-1 | IEC 61180-1