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IEC 61032 Test Finger Probe 18

1. The purpose of the Children Test Finger (Children Test Finger 18) is to test electrical gadgets in the home and similar devices that require protection from electric shock. 2. The child's arm is represented by the handle's extension.

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IEC 61032 Child Test Finger 18

Professional Safety Testing Tool for 3-14 Years Old Children | Compliant with IEC 61032, GB/T 16842, UL | Suitable for Home Appliances, Toys, Lighting, etc.

Product Overview

The Child Test Finger 18 is a precision safety tool simulating fingers of 3-14 years old children. It tests whether product casings/openings can prevent children from touching internal hazardous components (live parts, high-temperature parts, sharp edges), ensuring product compliance with international safety standards and facilitating global market certification.

Core Advantages

  • Standard Compliance: Meets IEC 61032:1997 Figure 12, GB 4706.21-2008, GB/T 16842, UL and EN 71 ASTM F963 standards.
  • Precise Design: 3-section articulated metal bent finger (90° bending), 4.3mm hemispherical head (scratch-proof), precise size for real simulation.
  • High-Quality Material: Stainless steel test finger (wear/corrosion-resistant), insulating handle (safe operation, anti-electric shock).
  • Wide Application: Suitable for home appliances, toys, lighting, electric tools; applicable to IP protection level (second characteristic number "2") and additional letter B projects.
  • Easy Operation: Ergonomic handle, optional 451.6mm extended handle for different test scenarios.

Technical Parameters

Parameter Item
Specification
Remarks
Model
Test FingerProbe 18
Test Probe 18
Simulated Object
3-14 Years Old Children
Older children’s finger size
Bent Finger Diameter
8.6 ± 0.1mm
Core size for gap testing
Head Radius
4.3 ± 0.05mm
Scratch-proof hemispherical head
Total Length of Bent Finger
57.9 ± 0.15mm
3 sections (19.3mm each)
Second Handle Length
451.6mm
Extended handle for arm simulation
Joint Movement
90° bending in the same plane
Simulates natural finger movement
Material
Stainless steel (finger); Insulating material (handle)
Wear & corrosion resistant
Reference Standard
IEC 61032:1997 Figure 12, GB 4706.21-2008, GB/T 16842
International & national standards

Testing Method

  1. Insert the test finger into all product openings/gaps with 30 ± 3N force.
  1. Product is unqualified if the metal part touches internal hazardous components; protective design needs improvement.
  1. Test in accordance with IEC 61032 and GB/T 16842 standards.

Difference Between Test Probe and Test Probe 19

Item
Test Probe 18
Test Probe 19
Simulated Age
3-14 Years Old
≤3 Years Old (Infants)
Bent Finger Diameter
8.6mm
5.6mm
Total Length
57.9mm
44mm
Applicable Scenario
Older children’s products (appliances, tools)
Infant products (toys, monitors)