IEC 62262:2002+AMD1:2021 CSV PDF (Not Available)

The purpose of this standard is to provide a standardized classification system, known as the IK Code, for determining the level of protection against external mechanical impacts that enclosures for electrical equipment can provide. The IK Code consists of a two-digit number, ranging from IK00 to IK10. This code is based on the level of impact energy that the enclosure can withstand without compromising its functionality or safety.

The standard specifies the test methods and requirements for each level of protection. These tests involve subjecting the enclosure to different types of impacts, such as dropping a pendulum or a hammer onto it, and assessing the resulting damage. The level of protection is determined based on the energy required to cause certain specified levels of deformity or damage to the enclosure.