Medical equipment according to IEC 60601
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IEC 60601 certification

Certification against the IEC 60601 standard

The IEC 60601 standard is an international standard for the safety and performance requirements of medical electrical equipment. As a manufacturer, meeting basic safety standards is essential. An IEC 60601 certification not only ensures that you meet legal requirements, but it also strengthens the confidence that your customers have in the safety and reliability of your products.

IEC 60601 testing of electrical medical equipment

IEC 60601 consists of a series of standards, each addressing specific technical aspects of medical electrical equipment. IEC 60601 testing is part of the legal requirements described in the Medical Device Regulation (MDR) guidelines. It is your responsibility as a manufacturer to identify all applicable standards and recommendations documents for medical devices. Therefore, take a look at the IEC standards and CB scope and read them carefully.

What is tested according to the IEC 60601 standards?

Certify for IEC 60601 in 7 steps

The certification process

Do you want to demonstrate that you work according to the applicable standards? DEKRA's accredited testing laboratory is ready to assist you. Complying with all laws and regulations is not an easy task. That is why DEKRA's experts are ready to help you. We guide you through the entire process: from pre-compliance to certification against the necessary IEC 60601 standards.
  • Step 1: Intake
    We identify your specific needs for testing and certification of your product based on your unique situation and personal preferences.
  • Step 2: Scope
    We identify the standards relevant to you and inform you about which testing and certification services are available for your (complex) electrical medical equipment.
  • Step 3: Quotation & Roadmap
    You will receive a quote based on the requirements of your unique product. We also develop a clear step-by-step plan so that you know what to expect for your IEC 60601 certification.
  • Step 4: Pre-compliance (optional)
    Technical evaluation – During this evaluation we identify possible non-conformities. This applies not only to all parts of your electrical medical devices, but also to the technical documentation, risk management, usability and software.
    GAP analysis – With a GAP analysis we compare your current compliance level with the IEC 60601 standard, so that it is clear what needs to be done to (continue to) comply with the standard.

In addition to your IEC 60601 certification

What else can DEKRA support you with regarding to IEC 60601 testing?

We guide you from start to finish through the certification process of the IEC 60601 standard. DEKRA also supports developers and manufacturers with the services below.
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IEC 60601 FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

How can I avoid non-conformity during my IEC 60601 certification?
In our experience, the early detection of non-conformities contributes to a smoother and faster testing procedure. View the 10 most important tips from our experts for good preparation for your IEC 60601 certification.