IPC 2152, Current Carrying Capacity in Printed Board Design
Determining the current-carrying capacity of printed circuit boards (PCBs) is critical for reliable and safe operation. This process assures that traces can handle the required…
NSF P181-4: Residential Portable Electrical Spas
The word “spa” is thought to originate from the Belgian village of Spa. During Roman times, the village became well-known for its warm mineral springs,…
CSA C22.2 No/ 62841-4-2-2023: Electric Motor Lawnmowers
After watching machinery in a textile mill that cut off any excess fabric to finish woolen cloth, Englishman Edwin Beard Budding was inspired to replicate the…
ASTM F1236-25: Electrical Protective Rubber Products
5.6% of workplace fatalities were caused by contact with electricity—one of the leading causes of fatalities in the workplace. To keep workers safe, there are…
What Are CMVs of IEC Standard Documents?
In response to market demand, the International Electronic Commission (IEC) launched new editions of its most popular standards with comments from IEC technical experts. These…
IEC 61439-3 Ed. 2.0 b:2024—Operation of Distribution Boards
Distribution boards manage and distribute electrical power to buildings. They assure safety and control, allowing users to monitor and manage energy consumption. IEC 61439-3 Ed….
AAMI ESM4 2015: Electrical Safety for Healthcare Facilities
Electrical safety is paramount in healthcare facilities because faulty electrical equipment can directly harm patients and staff through electric shock, burns, or even death. AAMI ESM4…
ANSI C119.0-2022: Test Methods Common to ANSI C119
Testing for connector reliability is critical because a failing connector can lead to significant issues: device malfunctions, data loss, safety hazards, and disruptions in critical systems….
ANSI C12.1-2024: Code for Electricity Metering
The total electricity installed capacity in the US hit around 1.19 billion kilowatts at the end of 2023, and the nation’s electrical power industry grows…