Without IEC 60335, no major market will accept a household appliance.

The standard, titled "Solderless connections - Part 5: Press-in connections - General requirements, test methods and practical guidance," provides the definitive technical framework for evaluating press-fit technology in electronic assemblies. As of 2026, the current version is Edition 5.0 (2020) , which modernized the standard to include a broader range of board materials beyond traditional printed circuit boards (PCBs).

While exact clause numbering can vary between parts, common sections include:

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