Electrical safety testers—often referred to as “hipot” testers—are an integral part of electrical and electronic equipment manufacturing. Hipot testers get their name from the high-potential (high ...

Insulation failure is a leading cause of electrical fires and system downtime, often occurring silently before any visible ...

Electrical safety testing has been around for almost a century, and safety agencies have been testing and certifying products for almost as long. Electrical and electronic products have changed ...

Complex grids depend on equipment such as transformers, protection relays, switchgear, and cables—each of which can develop faults not immediately visible during normal operation. As a result, ...

Keeping abreast of the latest regulations, industry guidance, and best practices not only strengthens your understanding of PAT/EET testing but also helps you approach each inspection more efficiently ...

Manufacturers of medical electrical equipment are required to test to the international electrical safety standard IEC 60601 Medical Electrical Equipment, General Requirements for Safety, to ensure ...

Always use test equipment appropriate for the specific measurement task and environment to ensure safety and accuracy. Regularly inspect test leads, equipment, and connections for damage before use to ...

In this pv magazine Webinar, together with our webinar partner Fluke, we will provide insight into the requirements of the standard and what solutions can be used to conduct the necessary tests to ...

ELECTRICITY powers the wheels of industry and commerce, but the dangers and the hazards associated with the use of damaged electrical equipment and the use of faulty electrical tools and appliances in ...

Electricity is like the genie in a bottle. When it is contained and properly harnessed, its power is endless. However, when it escapes in an uncontrolled manner, electricity has the potential to cause ...