IEC 60587:1977
Test method for evaluating resistance to tracking and erosion of electrical insulating materials used under severe ambient conditions

Standard No.

IEC 60587:1977

Release Date

1970

Published By

SCC

Status

Be replaced 2007-05

Replace By

IEC 60587:1984

Latest

IEC 60587:2022

Replace

17.220.99 29.035.01

Scope

Describes two test methods (constant tracking voltage and stepwise tracking voltage) for the evaluation of electrical insulating materials for use under severe ambient conditions and power frequencies (48 Hz to 62 Hz) by measurement of the resistance to tracking and erosion. Has the status of a basic safety publication in accordance with IEC Guide 104.

IEC 60587:1977 history

• 2022 IEC 60587:2022 Electrical insulating materials used under severe ambient conditions - Test methods for evaluating resistance to tracking and erosion
• 2007 IEC 60587:2007 Electrical insulating materials used under severe ambient conditions - Test methods for evaluating resistance to tracking and erosion
• 1984 IEC 60587:1984 Test methods for evaluating resistance to tracking and erosion of electrical insulating materials used under severe ambient conditions
• 1970 IEC 60587:1977 Test method for evaluating resistance to tracking and erosion of electrical insulating materials used under severe ambient conditions