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USB mains charger C-tech “Universal 2-ports USB Charger” — risk: electric shock
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/01459/21
Summary
The electrical insulation is inadequate and the clearance /creepage distances between the primary and accessible secondary circuits are not sufficient. The user could receive an electric shock from accessible (live) parts. Furthermore, the product can overheat. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the European standard EN 60950.
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Product
USB mains charger — C-tech
- Brand
- C-tech
- Name / model
- Universal 2-ports USB Charger · UC-02
- Barcode
- 8594125010393
- Category
- Electrical appliances and equipment
- Charger with a two-pole plug without a protective contact integrated into the charger body, equipped with two USB input ports, and sold without connecting cable. Product sold online.
What is the risk?
- The electrical insulation is inadequate and the clearance /creepage distances between the primary and accessible secondary circuits are not sufficient. The user could receive an electric shock from accessible (live) parts. Furthermore, the product can overheat. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the European standard EN 60950.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures
- Date of entry into force: 12/03/2021
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