While IEC 60601 is an international standard, it is not a law until adopted by a specific country or region.

The standard switching impulse is now defined as 170/2500 µs , with the term "front time" replacing the older "time-to-peak" to align with lightning impulse terminology.

Specific requirements for individual device types, such as infusion pumps or MRIs. Comparison with Other Standards ISO 13485 Focuses on robust Quality Management Systems (QMS). IEC 61010-1

Simulating transient events like lightning strikes or switching operations.