The safety of laser products is of paramount importance to the global market. Both standards, EN 60825 and IEC 60825, work to ensure this safety, but since they are European and international respectively, there are some minor differences in content. Here are the specific differences between EN 60825 and IEC 60825:
1.Publishing Organization:
EN 60825: Published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN), it is a safety standard for laser products adopted by European countries.
IEC 60825: Published by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), it is an international standard used worldwide.
2.Scope of application:
EN 60825: Mainly applicable to European countries to meet the regulatory and legal requirements of the European market.
IEC 60825: is an international standard for global markets, including Europe and other continents and countries.
3.Language and terminology:
EN 60825: Languages and terminology that are more appropriate to the European region may be used to meet the needs of local audiences.
IEC 60825: As an international standard, use more common language and terminology to accommodate users worldwide.
4.Regulatory Requirements:
EN 60825: Specific guidelines and appendices for compliance with regulatory requirements in the European region may be more emphasized.
IEC 60825: As an international standard, it may be more generic and covers the regulatory requirements of the global market.
5.Test Method:
EN 60825: Some test methods may be fine-tuned to ensure compliance with the specific technical requirements of the European market.
IEC 60825: Uses a more common test method for product manufacturers in the global market.
6.Technical Guidance:
EN 60825: May contain technical guidance and recommendations specific to the European market to meet local needs.
IEC 60825: As an international standard, there may be more emphasis on generalizable technical guidelines.
7.Symbols and Signs:
EN 60825: Specific signs and signs may be used in accordance with European norms and regulations.
IEC 60825: Use of common symbols and signs to adapt to the global market.
While EN 60825 and IEC 60825 are similar in most respects, these minor differences can be important for manufacturers and interested parties as they need to ensure that their products comply with local regulations and standards. Therefore, it is important to understand and follow the content of the region-specific standards when developing and following safety standards for laser products.