CIE Components in Electronics
IEC 60601-1 is the harmonised standard for medical electrical equipment that has been adopted globally. In Europe the new 3rd edition standard is mandatory from June 1, 2012, and will apply to both new products introduced after that time as well as products already in existence. All of XP’s medical power supplies are now approved to EN60601-1:2006 to meet this requirement.
In the United States the applicable standard is ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1:2006, and the requirement does not take effect until 1 July, 2013. Only new products brought to market after this date will be required to meet 3rd edition. In Canada the standard CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 601.1 will be used to signify their products meet the new requirements and their effective date is the same as the EU on June 1, 2012. Canada has also adopted the policy in that only new products will need to meet the standard. XP Power’s medical power supplies are also approved to both US and Canadian standards.
