The primary purpose of is to outline high-voltage test techniques for low-voltage equipment. It dictates exactly how manufacturers must evaluate the dielectric integrity and insulation strength of their devices. The standard applies to the following types of tests:

IEC 61180-1, titled "High-voltage test techniques for low-voltage equipment – Part 1: Definitions, test and procedure requirements," defines the general terms and conditions for dielectric tests on equipment with a rated voltage not exceeding 1 kV AC or 1.5 kV DC.

IEC 61180-1 establishes the specifications for the equipment used to generate test voltages. For example, it defines the parameters for creating the standard 1.2 ÷ 50 μ s voltage impulse, which simulates atmospheric overvoltages. The standard details the tolerances for the front time, time to half-value, and the prospective peak value of the impulse. 2. Measuring Systems

Includes both Type Tests (design validation) and Routine Tests (factory quality control)