The European Telecommunications Institute (ETSI) has issued ETSI TR 102 655 V1.1.1, which deals with electromagnetic compatibility and radio spectrum matters. This document defines new requirements for radio frequency spectrum usage for low-power active medical implants and their peripheral radio control systems. The report also proposes a concept that should permit a … [Read more...]
Standards
IEC Issues Standard on Testing & Measurement Techniques of ESD Discharge Immunity
The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) has issued IEC 61000-4-2 Ed. 2.0 (2008-12) entitled “Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Part 4-2: Testing and measurement techniques – Electrostatic discharge immunity test.” This standard relates to the immunity requirements and test methods for electrical and electronic equipment subjected to static electricity … [Read more...]
European Commission Proposes Revisions to WEEE and RoHS Directives
The Commission of the European Communities has proposed extensive revisions to the WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) and RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) Directives, a move that requires the attention of all electronics manufacturers producing products destined for the European market. These two directives have been in effect since 2004 and essentially … [Read more...]
The IEC Advisory Committee on EMC (ACEC): Coordination of International EMC Standards
Since its formation, ACEC has developed a unique structure for EMC publications that is used to this day in the IEC and in other regional standardization organizations. While many EMC engineers are familiar with the electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) standards developed by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), they are probably unaware of how the structure of … [Read more...]
IEC Issues Revision on Functional Safety & Electronic Systems With Regard to EM Phenomena
The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) has issued IEC 61000-1-2 Ed. 2.0 entitled Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Part 1-2: General – Methodology for the achievement of functional safety of electrical and electronic systems including equipment with regard to electromagnetic phenomena. This second edition cancels and replaces the first edition published in 2001 … [Read more...]
CISPR Amendment to EMC Requirements for Household Appliances and Electric Tools
CISPR 14-1-amt1 Ed. 5.0 is entitled “Electromagnetic compatibility–Requirements for household appliances, electric tools, and similar apparatus–Part 1: Emission.” To purchase this amendment, go to theInternational Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) website. … [Read more...]
IEC 61000-4-6 Ed. 3.0 (2008-10)
IEC 61000-4-6:2008 relates to the conducted immunity requirements of electrical and electronic equipment to electromagnetic disturbances coming from intended radio-frequency (RF) transmitters in the frequency range 9 kHz up to 80 MHz. Equipment not having at least one conducting cable (such as mains supply, signal line or earth connection) which can couple the equipment to the … [Read more...]
Guide to Measurement Uncertainty Now Available in Electronic Version
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrical (IEC) have published the first of a planned series of guidance documents on measurement uncertainty. ISO/IEC Guide 98-3-2008, Uncertainty of Measurement – Part 3: Guide to the Expression of Uncertainty in Measurement (GUM: 1995), is a reissue of the 1995 version with several minor … [Read more...]
SAE International and AEM Sign Standards Development Agreement
The SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) International and the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) signed a memorandum of agreement (MOU) to further the development of standards for the off-highway industry. The agreement is expected to help off-highway companies reduce costs through pooling of resources and bringing greater stability to the standards process by … [Read more...]
ComReg Issues New Frequency Plan for Ireland
ComReg, Ireland’s telecom watchdog, has posted the newest Radio Frequency Plan for the Republic of Ireland. The last complete revision took place in 2004 , with numerous lesser revisions taking place in the interim, reflecting all relevant amendments and updates on both a national and international level applicable to Ireland. The latest edition details several significant … [Read more...]
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