The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) has issued IEC 60364-4-44 Ed. 2.0 (2007-08) entitled “Low-voltage electrical installations – Part 4-44: Protection for safety – Protection against voltage disturbances and electromagnetic disturbances.” The rules of this part of IEC 60364 are intended to provide requirements for the safety of electrical installations in the event of voltage disturbances and electromagnetic disturbances generated for different specified reasons. This second edition of IEC 60364-4-44 cancels and replaces the first edition published in 2001, amendment 1 (2003) and amendment 2 (2006). For more standards information, or to purchase this standard, go to the IEC website. More facilities offer both crucial safety and EMI testing. Share your experience, or post a question by visiting the Testing Community Forums.
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