Recent Posts
Ingress Protection—Classifying the Degrees of Protection
Posted on 3/12/18 1:00 PM
Dust, dirt, water—all “enemies” of electronic products due to the potential damage they can cause. To help address this issue, the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) has created a classification system (IEC 60529) designating degrees of protection regarding enclosures of electrical equipment against the invasion of contaminants, such as dust, dirt, or moisture, plus other foreign bodies (e.g. tools or fingers).
Topics: electrical safety, product design, cable glands, ingress protection, strain reliefs
Quality Goal: Ensure that Every Product is Safe
Posted on 2/26/18 10:30 AM
Quality and safety are two top values at Interpower. Designing and manufacturing products that meet quality requirements are an essential part of Interpower.
Topics: electrical safety, product design, testing
Simplifying the Power Entry Element with a Module
Posted on 2/12/18 10:20 AM
Simplifying the power entry element in an electrical or electronic product with a module can help make the assembly easier and may benefit a company in product design.
Topics: product design, modules
The Significance of Product Testing During Product Design
Posted on 1/29/18 10:00 AM
A significant element of product development during the design process is product testing—especially when the new product design is for an international market. Using an AC power source is one way to test that product at various voltages and frequencies.
Topics: product design, testing