The IEC60529-2001 norm, popularly recognized as the International Protection Marking System, meticulously stipulates the levels of safeguarding imparted by enclosures towards the penetration of solid particles and airborne dust. Conformably with this criterion, Fig 2 denotes the specifications mandated for the Sand and Dust Test Chamber, specifically crafted for IPX5 and IPX6 ratings. This apparatus serves as an imperative element in ensuring that electrical enclosures maintain their resistance against dust and free-falling objects, thus warranting their reliability and efficiency across diverse settings. The subsequent four key prerequisites are paramount for the engineering and function of such a testing facility:
1. Exact Reproduction of Dust Particle Dispersion