What Do the Updated Standards IEC 62764 and IEC 62226 Say about Measuring Magnetic Fields in Cars?

Though electric and hybrid cars are sustainable and help to eliminate our dependence on fossil fuels, there’s a growing question as to whether the magnetic fields they produce are safe for humans.

In response to this, European experts developed standards (IEC 62764 and IEC 62226) for measuring magnetic fields in vehicles and providing safety. Now let’s simplify this.

Why Do We Need Standards for Measuring Magnetic Fields?

If standards don’t exist, you won’t be able to tell whether magnetic fields in a car are safe. Estimates may differ depending on the technique used, which makes it hard to compare or refine designs.

That’s where IEC 62764 and IEC 62226 standards are important — they make sure we all measure magnetic fields the same way, for consistency and precision.

These guidelines can serve automobile manufacturers and researchers:

• Examine how much magnetic field passengers will be exposed to.
• Comparing different cars and improving designs.
• Maintain health and safety procedures.

Breaking Down the Standards

IEC 62764: Measuring Magnetic Fields in Cars

This standard is targeted at electric and hybrid vehicles. It describes:

• Where to Measure: The measurements are performed where people sit, such as the driver’s seat and rear seats.
• How to Measure: With special instruments, experts check magnetic field strength in normal driving conditions.
• Why It Matters: By performing this step, car manufacturers can make their cars safe and pinpoint areas where they can reduce exposure.

Consider, for example, measuring the noise level in a room. You can’t count near a buzzing fan when nobody’s in there. In the same way, IEC 62764 ensures measurements take place in locations where human beings are exposed.

IEC 62226: Assessing Human Exposure

The standard is not limited to cars – electric and magnetic fields are measured everywhere, such as power lines or houses. For cars, it helps:

• Calculate Exposure: Scientists can estimate how much of the magnetic field reaches a person’s body.
• Follow Health Guidelines: The edict makes sure exposure stays within acceptable ranges established by health agencies.
• Adapt for Different Scenarios: Whether parking, acceleration or charging, this standard provides a handle on all possible cases.

Think of it as a recipe for calculating safety in any space with magnetic fields, including the inside of cars.

Why Should We Be Concerned?

The magnetic fields are invisible and potentially harmless, but research has shown that exposure to certain levels in the long term could be detrimental to health. EVs and hybrids aren’t going anywhere, so we need to find a way to balance their advantages with a car that makes us all safe.

The IEC 62764 and IEC 62226 are important steps in enabling both manufacturers and benchmarking institutions to measure and grade cars for EMF exposure risks.