Differences between EN 55032 and IEC61326-1

EN 55032 (CISPR 32) and IEC 61326-1 (EN IEC 61326-1) are both electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) standards that specify requirements for radiated and conducted disturbances of electronic equipment to ensure that the equipment can operate normally without interfering with other equipment. However, they have some differences, mainly about the scope of application and field of use of the standards.

Standard organization and scope of application:

• EN 55032 : This is a European standard published by the European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI). It mainly applies to the radio frequency emission characteristics of information technology equipment, broadcast receiving equipment, and wireless communication equipment.
  

• IEC 61326-1 : This is a standard published by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use. It includes various types of equipment such as sensors, measuring devices, laboratory instruments, etc.
  

Scope and details required:

• EN 55032 focuses more on radio frequency interference and radiation characteristics, mainly emphasizing the wireless communication and radiation characteristics of electronic equipment.
• IEC 61326-1 is more comprehensive and applies to all types of electrical equipment, including measurement and control equipment, as well as laboratory-related equipment. It considers all aspects of electromagnetic compatibility more comprehensively.
  

In summary, both EN 55032 and IEC 61326-1 are standards for managing the electromagnetic compatibility of electronic equipment, but they have slightly different scopes and focuses. Which standard to choose should be based on your specific application and type of equipment. If your equipment is sold into the European market, EN 55032 may be more relevant, as Europe is a global market, while IEC 61326-1 may apply to a wider range of equipment.