Wiha Tools VDE tools brochure - Manual (Page 66)

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Wiha VDE tools.
VDE in detail.
What is VDE?
The VDE Testing and Certification Institute is a nationally and
internationally accredited institution in the field of testing
and certification of electrical engineering devices, components
and systems. These electrical products are tested for safety,
electromagnetic compatibility and other product properties.
Double triangle and voltage range
If insulated tools or aids are
marked with the symbol of the
double triangle and the assigned
voltage or voltage range specifica-
tion or the class, they are suitable
for working on energised parts.
VDE-GS Mark
Technical working equipment and
consumable materials subject to
the applicable device and product
safety laws bear the VDE-GS mark,
which stands for the safety of the
product with regard to electrical,
mechanical, thermal, toxicological,
radiological and other dangers.
In addition, tools with the VDE-GS
mark conform to the VDE regulations
or European or internationally
harmonised standards, i.e. they
confirm the compliance with the
safety requirements of the respec-
tive guidelines.
IEC 60900:2004
An international standard which,
among other things, describes the
design of insulated tools in detail.
For example, the thickness of the
protective insulation is specified.
In addition, the standard defines
individual tests (piece tests) as
well as series and random sample
tests for checking the electrical
safety of the protective insulation.
Wiha VDE tools are subjected to extremely
demanding safety test methods.