This part of IEC 60068 deals with cold tests applicable to both non heat-dissipating and heatdissipating
specimens. For non heat-dissipating specimens, Tests Ab and Ad do not deviate
essentially from earlier issues. Test Ae has been added primarily for testing equipment that
requires being operational throughout the test, including the conditioning periods.
IEC 60068-2-1:2007 history
2007IEC 60068-2-1:2007 Environmental testing - Part 2-1: Tests - Test A: Cold