To develop instrument classification, definitions, test methods, performance criteria and ratings, safety requirements, and constructions, where necessary, for reasons of performance or safety for
electrical reference measurement standards and devices;
electrically operated instruments and systems for the observation of measurement and indication of electrical phenomena;
electrically operated instruments and systems supplying electrical quantities for measuring or test purposes, including their accessories and auxiliary devices; and
electrically operated instruments and systems for measurement, recording, or control of process variables and their accessories and auxiliary devices.
Watt hour meters, demand devices, and their auxiliary apparatus, medical instrumentation, and instrumentation for use in hazardous classified locations are excluded.
Systems, as used in this Scope, include the assembly of instruments, accessories, and auxiliary devices.
Purpose
To facilitate the development and international harmonization of recommended practices and standards for general purpose and precision electrical and electronic instrumentation, including their accessories and auxiliary devices and the interconnection of such instruments, accessories, and auxiliary devices.
A Word from the Chairman
The ISA82 committee continues to revise and enhance ISA standards that reflect its scope and purpose, which include ANSI/ISA-61010-1 (82.02.01)-2004, Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control, and Laboratory Use - Part 1: General Requirements, and ANSI/ISA-61010-031 (82.02.02)-2007, Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control, and Laboratory Use - Part 031: Safety requirements for hand-held probe assemblies for electrical measurement and test.