Against the backdrop of global trade integration, fans—commonly used in household and industrial sectors—require CE certification as an indispensable "passport" to enter the EU and European Economic Area (EEA) markets. The core technical basis for fan CE certification is the IEC 60335 series standards developed by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), which are adopted as EN 60335 standards within the EU and serve as rigid criteria for evaluating fan safety performance. As a professional institution specializing in energy storage and electrical testing, Guangdong Energy Storage Testing Technology Co., Ltd. leverages precise mastery of the 60335 standards to provide end-to-end compliance testing services for fan enterprises, helping products successfully unlock the European market.

Why Must Fan CE Certification Align with the 60335 Standards?

CE certification indicates that a product meets the safety requirements of relevant EU directives. For fans classified as "household and similar electrical appliances," the directly applicable standards are the Safety of household and similar electrical appliances series—EN 60335-1 (General requirements) and its dedicated part EN 60335-2-80 (Particular requirements for fans). This standard system establishes a comprehensive testing framework covering electrical safety, mechanical safety, thermal safety, and other dimensions, aiming to prevent safety risks such as electric shock, fire, and mechanical injury during normal use or foreseeable misuse.

EU market supervision authorities regard the 60335 standards as the core basis for fan CE certification. Products failing to pass tests under these standards or lacking the CE mark cannot circulate in the EU market and may face risks such as customs detention, market recalls, and heavy fines. Therefore, the primary task for fan enterprises pursuing CE certification is to fully understand and meet all requirements of the 60335 standards.

Core Testing Requirements of the 60335 Standards (EN 60335 Series)

The 60335 standards impose detailed and rigorous testing requirements for fans, centered on "safety" and covering key dimensions below. Guangdong Energy Storage Testing conducts precise testing in accordance with these standards:

1. Protection Against Electric Shock & Electrical Insulation Performance

Electric shock protection is the foundation of electrical safety. The 60335 standards specify:

• Live parts of fans must be effectively isolated by insulating materials to prevent direct user contact, even in extreme cases such as housing damage.

Key testing items:

• Insulation Resistance Test: Measures the insulation resistance between the fan’s electrical circuits and accessible metal parts, ensuring good insulation performance even in humid environments (standard requirement: ≥2MΩ at room temperature).
• Dielectric Strength Test: Applies a specified high voltage (e.g., 1250V AC) to insulation parts for a set duration (typically 1 minute) to check for breakdown or flashover, verifying the insulation layer’s voltage resistance.
• Ground Continuity Test: For fans with grounding terminals, measures the resistance of the grounding circuit (requirement: ≤0.1Ω) to ensure leakage current is quickly diverted to the ground during electrical faults, protecting user safety.

2. Mechanical Strength & Structural Safety

Fans may face mechanical risks such as collision, drop, or high-speed rotating blades. The 60335 standards ensure structural stability through multiple tests:

• Housing Mechanical Strength Test: Uses a standard impact hammer to impact critical parts of the fan housing, verifying that the housing remains intact after accidental collisions to prevent internal component exposure.
• Blade Stability Test: Simulates fan operation at maximum speed to detect risks of blade loosening, deformation, or detachment, while evaluating the fatigue resistance of blade materials.
• Assembly Firmness Test: Conducts torque or pull tests on connecting components (e.g., screws, buckles) to ensure no loosening during long-term use.

3. Thermal Safety & Fire Resistance

Motor and electrical components generate heat during fan operation; poor heat dissipation may cause fires. Key tests under the 60335 standards include:

• Temperature Rise Test: Operates the fan at rated voltage in a standard test environment until temperature stabilizes, measuring temperature rise of critical parts (e.g., motor windings, housing, switches) to ensure compliance with limit values (e.g., motor winding temperature rise ≤75K).
• Fire Resistance Test: Conducts needle flame and glow wire tests on insulation materials and power cords to verify that materials do not easily burn or produce molten drips when exposed to high temperatures or open flames, preventing fire spread.
• Overload Protection Test: Simulates fan operation under overload conditions to verify the presence of overload protection functions (e.g., fuses, thermal protectors) that cut off the circuit promptly during abnormal current.

4. Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Requirements

In addition to core safety performance, fans entering the EU market must meet EMC requirements (aligned with the EN 55014 series standards)—an extended requirement of the 60335 certification system:

• Tests electromagnetic radiation emitted by fans during operation to ensure compliance with limits.
• Evaluates the product’s immunity to external electromagnetic interference, preventing interference with surrounding electrical equipment.

Guangdong Energy Storage Testing: Professional Fan CE Certification Testing Services Based on the 60335 Standards

The core of fan CE certification compliance lies in "precise alignment with standard requirements." Guangdong Energy Storage Testing Technology Co., Ltd. provides end-to-end support with professional testing capabilities:

1. Standard Interpretation & Pre-Evaluation

• Tailors compliance priorities for different fan types (e.g., table fans, pedestal fans, industrial fans) based on EN 60335-1 and EN 60335-2-80.
• Identifies potential issues in product design and production in advance.

2. Full-Item Precise Testing

• Equipped with ISO 17025-accredited laboratories and advanced testing equipment.
• Completes all 60335 standard-required tests (e.g., insulation resistance, dielectric strength, temperature rise, mechanical impact) with accurate and reliable data.

3. Certification Assistance & Report Issuance

• Assists enterprises in organizing test data and relevant documents, coordinating with authoritative certification bodies to streamline the CE certification process.
• Issues credible test reports to support certification applications.

4. Ongoing Compliance Support

• Monitors updates to the 60335 standards (e.g., EU revisions and implementation timelines).
• Provides timely standard update interpretation services to ensure long-term EU market compliance.

Comply with the 60335 Standards: Lay a Solid Foundation for Fan EU Market Access

For fan enterprises, CE certification is not merely a "formal requirement" but a direct reflection of product safety performance and international market competitiveness—with the 60335 standards as the core basis throughout the certification process. Guangdong Energy Storage Testing Technology Co., Ltd. offers "one-stop" CE certification testing services with professional testing capabilities and in-depth standard understanding, helping enterprises mitigate compliance risks and successfully expand into the EU market.

If your enterprise faces challenges with fan CE certification or requires a customized testing plan based on the 60335 standards, feel free to contact Guangdong Energy Storage Testing Technology Co., Ltd. for professional and efficient technical support.