Published by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), this standard provides recommendations and guidelines for users (utilities, engineers, contractors) on how to select the correct surge arrester for a specific electrical system and how to apply it effectively to protect equipment from overvoltages.
If you are a student or a staff engineer, check your institution’s library portal. Many universities subscribe to IEC standards via the or the IEEE/IET Electronic Library (IEL) , which includes some IEC standards. iec 600995 pdf
The IEC numbering system follows a strict logical sequence (e.g., IEC 60027, IEC 60034, IEC 60038, IEC 60050, IEC 60068, IEC 60071, etc.). A search for “600995” falls far outside the known range (typically 60000–79999) and is likely a typographical or memory-based error. The IEC numbering system follows a strict logical
A few national libraries and university libraries in developed countries maintain “reading rooms” where you can view IEC standards on-screen for free, but you cannot download or print the PDF. Check with your local engineering library. Check with your local engineering library