IEC 60601 (Medical Electrical Safety)

International electrical-safety standard for medical electrical equipment. Specific parts for imaging modalities:

• 60601-2-33 — MRI
• 60601-2-44 — CT
• 60601-2-54 — Radiography
• 60601-2-64 — Particle beam (proton)

Why it matters to buyers

Manufacturers must certify; hospitals cross-check at acceptance. Non-compliant equipment cannot be installed. Revisions + national deviations exist; confirm the specific edition relevant to the install country.