IEC Test Finger Probe
IEC 61032 Test Probe 19
The IEC 61032 Figure 13 Test Probe 19 (5.6mm small finger probe) is built to simulate how children aged 36 months or younger might access hazardous parts in electrical or medical equipment.
IEC 61032 Test Probe 19 (Small Finger Probe ∅5.6)
1. Standard Provisions
IEC 61032 Figure 13 – Test Probe 19 (small finger probe ∅ 5.6 mm)
- Finger: metal material
- Handle: insulating material
- The extension of the handle represents the arm of the child.
The handle is provided with an extension 464.3 mm in length, and the probe shall be applied with or without this extension, whichever condition is more onerous.Both joints shall permit movement through an angle of 90° in the same plane and the same direction.This probe is intended to simulate access to hazardous parts by children aged 36 months or younger.
2. Uses
- Testing for child access to home gadgets, such as baby monitors.
- Safety inspections of medical devices used at home, such as pediatric nebulizers.
- Checking electrical toys (such as battery-powered ride-ons) to ensure they do not expose children to risks.
- Conducting compliance testing on infant care appliances (such as bottle warmers) to avoid mechanical or electrical hazards.
- Quality assurance for small household devices (such as portable speakers) that have apertures accessible to children.
3. Key Parameters
Item | Specification |
|---|---|
Standard Number | IEC 61032 |
Test Probe Model | Test Probe 19 |
Alternative Names | Small Finger Probe, ∅5.6 mm Small Finger Test Probe |
Finger Diameter | ∅5.6 mm |
Length of Handle Extension | 464.3 mm |
Joint Angle | 90° in the same plane and same direction |
Target Group | Children aged 36 months or younger |
Application Fields | Safety testing of home appliances, toys, medical devices, infant care appliances and small electronic devices |