| 1 | Profile A — Precision Laboratory Supplier | Class 1 integrating sound level meters for laboratory and environmental compliance work | Class 1 | Typically 10 Hz–20 kHz, depending on microphone and analyzer configuration | Leq, Lmax, Lmin, peak C, statistical levels, octave and one-third-octave analysis | IEC 61672-1; IEC 61672-2; IEC 61260-1 for frequency-band filters; CE and RoHS documentation commonly available | Incoming microphone inspection, PCB functional testing, acoustic chamber verification, final sensitivity and frequency-response checks | Traceable factory calibration certificate; calibration support normally aligned with ISO/IEC 17025 practices |
| 2 | Profile B — Environmental Monitoring Supplier | Portable meters for workplace, community-noise, construction, and environmental surveys | Class 1Class 2 | Commonly 20 Hz–20 kHz | Time-weighted SPL, LAeq, LAFmax, LCpeak, dose-related measurements, data logging | IEC 61672-1; IEC 61672-2; EMC testing under applicable CE requirements; IP protection tested under IEC 60529 when specified | Production sampling plan, display and keypad testing, battery-current testing, microphone preamplifier inspection, 100% power-on verification | Individual serial-number report, acoustic calibrator compatibility check, user-adjustable calibration offset control |
| 3 | Profile C — Occupational Noise Supplier | Personal noise dosimeters and compact meters for industrial hygiene programs | Class 2 | Typically 20 Hz–8 kHz or 20 Hz–20 kHz | Exposure dose, projected dose, TWA, exchange-rate settings, threshold and criterion-level settings | IEC 61252 for personal sound exposure meters; IEC 61672-1 for sound level meter functions; CE/RoHS technical files commonly supplied | Battery endurance testing, accelerometer and microphone checks, enclosure inspection, firmware version control, functional test before shipment | Pre- and post-use acoustic verification procedure; calibration records linked to device serial numbers |
| 4 | Profile D — Industrial Acoustic Analyzer Supplier | Handheld analyzers for machinery diagnostics, HVAC testing, and production-line troubleshooting | Class 1 | Typically 10 Hz–20 kHz, with optional extended analysis bands | FFT analysis, octave bands, one-third-octave bands, Leq, sound power screening, USB data export | IEC 61672-1; IEC 61260-1; ISO 3744 or ISO 3746 may be referenced for sound-power measurement workflows, subject to test setup | Frequency-response comparison against reference equipment, connector inspection, software regression testing, data-integrity verification | Calibration certificate, firmware revision record, reference microphone data, and measurement software documentation |
| 5 | Profile E — Construction and Building-Acoustics Supplier | Rugged meters for building sites, infrastructure projects, and temporary outdoor monitoring | Class 2 | Commonly 20 Hz–20 kHz | LAeq, L10, L50, L90, Lmax, date-stamped logging, programmable measurement intervals | IEC 61672-1; IEC 61672-2; IEC 60529 ingress-protection rating when claimed; CE and UKCA documentation may be available | Drop and vibration screening for selected models, weather-resistant enclosure inspection, battery and memory testing, sampling inspection | Calibration verification before dispatch; optional outdoor microphone protection and windscreen documentation |
| 6 | Profile F — OEM and Private-Label Supplier | Configurable handheld meters and embedded noise-measurement modules for international distributors | Class 2Model-dependent | Typically 31.5 Hz–8 kHz or 20 Hz–20 kHz | SPL, A/C/Z weighting, fast/slow response, peak hold, automatic range, optional Bluetooth or USB transfer | IEC 61672-1 testing may be offered by model; CE, RoHS, EMC, and battery transport documents depend on final configuration | Approved-sample control, first-article inspection, lot traceability, firmware locking, customized label and packaging inspection | Certificate format and language can usually be customized; independent laboratory testing is recommended for regulated markets |
| 7 | Profile G — Smart Connected Monitoring Supplier | Network-enabled meters, remote monitoring nodes, and cloud-connected acoustic sensors | Class 2Sensor-grade | Commonly 20 Hz–20 kHz for sound-level channels | Continuous LAeq, alarms, scheduled sampling, remote configuration, cellular/Wi-Fi/Ethernet data transmission | IEC 61672-1 where applicable; CE/FCC radio and EMC documentation depends on wireless module and target market; RoHS commonly specified | Sensor calibration, network stress testing, time-synchronization checks, enclosure sealing inspection, cybersecurity and firmware-update controls | Digital calibration record, cloud audit trail, device health report, and optional third-party acoustic verification |
| 8 | Profile H — Educational and General-Purpose Supplier | Economical meters for training, preliminary surveys, maintenance, and non-regulatory applications | Class 2General-purpose | Usually 31.5 Hz–8 kHz or 30 Hz–8 kHz | A/C weighting, fast/slow response, maximum hold, manual range selection, basic display logging | Manufacturer conformity declaration may reference applicable EMC, safety, and RoHS requirements; IEC 61672 compliance must be confirmed model by model | Basic sensitivity check, display inspection, button and battery testing, sampling-based final inspection | Factory test report typically supplied; accredited calibration should be requested for legal or contractual measurements |
| 9 | Profile I — Calibrator and Accessories Supplier | Acoustic calibrators, microphones, preamplifiers, windscreens, tripods, and measurement accessories | Accessory-focused | Common calibrator frequencies include 250 Hz or 1 kHz, depending on model | 94 dB and/or 114 dB calibration levels, microphone adaptation, battery-status indication, field verification support | IEC 60942 for sound calibrators; IEC 61672-1 compatibility should be confirmed for the connected meter; CE/RoHS documentation commonly available | Output-level stability test, frequency verification, adapter fit inspection, battery-load test, environmental-condition checks | Calibration certificate with measured output level, frequency, uncertainty information, and traceability statement |
| 10 | Profile J — Contract Manufacturing and Export Supplier | High-volume portable meters for distributors, retail channels, and project-based procurement | Class 2Model-dependent | Typically 31.5 Hz–8 kHz or 20 Hz–20 kHz | SPL, Leq, Lmax, A/C/Z weighting, data logging, USB export, optional temperature and humidity channels | CE/RoHS and product-safety documentation commonly available; IEC 61672 test evidence should be requested rather than assumed | Incoming quality control, assembly-line functional testing, lot sampling, barcode traceability, packaging drop testing, pre-shipment inspection | Batch test report and commercial inspection report; independent pre-shipment calibration or laboratory testing recommended |