IEC 61000-4-28 is entitled “Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Part 4-28: Testing and measurement techniques – Variation of power frequency, immunity test for equipment with input current not exceeding 16 A per phase.” This standard establishes a reference for evaluating the immunity of electric and electronic equipment when subjected to variations of power frequency. Only … [Read more...]
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New EMC Standard for Unbalance, Immunity Testing of Equipment
The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) has issued IEC 61000-4-27 (2009-09) entitled, “Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) – Part 4-27: Testing and measurement techniques – Unbalance, immunity test for equipment with input current not exceeding 16 A per phase.” This standard considers immunity test for electric and/or electrical equipment (apparatus and system) in … [Read more...]
CD Includes All Standards on Conformity Assessment for Labs and Inspection Bodies
ISO/IEC CASCO-CONF-2 Ed. 1.0 (2009-03) contains on a CD all the ISO/IEC Standards and Guides necessary for laboratories to demonstrate their competence to carry out testing, calibration, and sampling. The basic requirements are stipulated in ISO/IEC 17025:2005. This is the list of all the ISO/IEC Publications included on the CD: ISO/IEC Guide 43-1:1997; ISO/IEC Guide 43-2:1997; … [Read more...]
University Website Lists Automotive EMC Standards
The Clemson University Vehicular Electronics Laboratory (CVEL) includes a comprehensive listing of automotive electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) standards. Included are standards from CISPR, ISO (immunity requirements) SAE (emissions and immunity requirements), and the requirements specific to manufacturers including General Motors, Ford, Chrysler, and other automakers.Check … [Read more...]
Report on EM Risks
In a follow-up to a story reported earlier in the eNews, the European Parliament has indeed adopted the report drafted by Frédérique Ries of Belgium entitled Avoiding the Potential Risks of Electromagnetic Fields. The report was adopted with 559 votes in favor, 22 against, and 8 abstentions. The adopted report calls for better protection of EU citizens though the “optimal … [Read more...]
EMC Testing for Nuclear Power Plant Safety Systems
The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) has issued IEC 62003 Ed. 1.0 entitled, “Nuclear Power Plants – Instrumentation and control important to safety – Requirements for electromagnetic compatibility testing.” This standard establishes requirements for electromagnetic compatibility testing of instrumentation and control equipment supplied for use in systems … [Read more...]
New CISPR EMC Standard for Vehicles and Boats: Protection of Off-board Receivers
CISPR 12 Ed. 6.1 (2009-03) is titled “Vehicles, boats and internal combustion engines – Radio-frequency disturbance characteristics – Limits and methods of measurement for the protection of off-board receivers.” The limits of this International Standard are designed to provide protection for broadcast receivers in the frequency range of 30 MHz to 100 MHz when used in the … [Read more...]
Draft CISPR Standard Covers RF Disturbances in Industrial, Scientific, & Medical Equipment
Project CISPR 11 Ed. 5.0 (2009 – 02) deals with industrial, scientific, and medical equipment, radio-frequency disturbances, and the limits and methods of measuring such disturbances. The Final Draft International Standard has a voting period of February 27, 2009 to May 1, 2009. Those who purchase the draft will receive a final definitive version once it becomes available.For … [Read more...]
Congressional Committee Hears Testimony on E-Waste Disposal in U.S.
The Committee on Science and Technology of the U.S. House of Representatives held a hearing last month to a review a discussion draft of the Electronic Waste Research Development Act of 2009. Committee members heard testimony regarding how research and development could address the immense challenges involved in managing the environmentally safe disposal of electronic waste … [Read more...]
NEW CISPR Standard Deals With Uncertainties in Standardized EMC Tests
CISPR 16-4-1 Ed. 2.0 (2009-02) is entitled “Specification for radio disturbance and immunity measuring apparatus and methods – Part 4-1: Uncertainties, statistics ad limit modelling – Uncertainties in standardized EMC Tests.” The document provides guidance on the treatment of uncertainties to those who are involved in the development or modification of CISPR electromagnetic … [Read more...]
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