IEC 60866:1987

Characteristics and calibration of hydrophones for operation in the frequency range 0.5 MHz to 15 MHz

OVERVIEW

Relates to hydrophones, employing piezoelectric sensor elements, designed to measure the pulsed and continuous-wave ultrasonic fields generated by ultrasonic medical equipment operating in the frequency range 0.5 MHz to 15 MHz. Covers the design and performance requirements of standard hydrophones and the data required to specify their characteristics, and defines a standard method for the measurement of the sensitivity of such hydrophones. Defines the performance characteristics that are required of hydrophones intended for use in a specified range of applications over the frequency band from 0.5 MHz to 15 MHz, particularly those associated with the measurement of pulsed and continuous-wave ultrasonic fields used in medical diagnosis. Establishes a scheme for the specification of the performance of these hydrophones. Describes a standardized procedure for their calibration.

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PRODUCT DETAILS

Status Withdrawn - 02 Jan 2026
Edition 1987
No. of Pages 58
ICS Classification 17.140.50 Electroacoustics
Committee TC 87
Available for Purchase For sale in Singapore only
Adoption IEC : 0