Three new Directives for the electrical sector have been published: the EMC Directive (2014/30/EU), the Low Voltage Directive (2014/35/EU) and the Radio Equipment Directive (2014/53/EU). Two of these, the EMC Directive and Low Voltage Directive, are now in effect and are mandatory. When comparing these directives to the previous version you will find that many changes were … [Read more...]
How to Select the Right EMC Standard for Your Product
Many companies developing products find it difficult to determine the appropriate EMC standard to comply with. The IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) has developed a web page that explains EMC and offers a tabbed selection method for determining the right standard that applies to your product family. You can then go to their web store and purchase downloadable … [Read more...]
How the IEC is Organized for EMC
International EMC standards can be confusing to the newcomer. The IEC has posted a chart as to how the various standards organizations are organized. The first level of organization is the committees, such as TC77, CISPR, and various product committees. These committees have liaisons with associated standards organizations, such as ISO, ITU, CENELEC, and many others. Many of … [Read more...]
New Filters for Asynchronous Motor Control
TDK recently announced a new line of filters designed expressly to filter the frequency converters for asynchronous motor controllers. High frequency noise emissions from these frequency converters has become more of an issue as older motor technology is replaced with the newer variable speed - variable frequency motor controller systems. The EMI from these can cause … [Read more...]
Blue Guide for EU Product Rules Available
The European Union’s (EU) “Blue Guide” describes general rules for placing electronic products on the market within the EU. It describes how the EU regulates the free movement of goods, when the harmonization rules apply, the product supply chain and their obligations, product requirements, conformity assessment, and accreditation. The document goes on to describe how market … [Read more...]
New Canted Gaskets Certification Tested for High Current Applications
Bal Seal Engineering, Inc. has subjected its Bal Spring™ canted coil springs to third-party testing to demonstrate how well the springs withstand KEMA’s rigorous short circuit current exposure and cycling. The results will enable the company to provide customers with verified performance data, including continuous, short-circuit and peak current ratings and electrical … [Read more...]
U.S. NAVY Developing Wave Energy Conversion Device
The U.S. NAVY is researching a device that will convert wave motion to electricity to power emergency equipment in life rafts. The “Lifesaver", a ring-shaped buoy, is being tested to obtain operational data on this particular ocean renewable energy conversion technology. The buoy converts energy generated by passing waves into electrical energy. The Lifesaver project was … [Read more...]
New Radio Equipment Directive
As more products include wireless technology, designers need to specify wireless modules that meet the new Radio Equipment Directive (RED) 2014/53/EU, which was published on April 16, 2014. On June 13, 2016, the new Directive will become law and all products within its scope must meet the RED. To learn more, click here. … [Read more...]
Nanoscale Materials for the Internet of Things
Recently the Harvard SEAS official website said that the Internet of Things (IOT) may generate more than $14 trillion in economic activity by 2025, but many in the industry believe that significant policy changes will be required to enable the needed connections of assorted devices while avoiding interference if this is to be the case. Researchers at the Harvard John A. … [Read more...]
Updated Catalogue for Power Modules
The new, expanded and improved Power Module Catalogue 2016 from Würth Elektronik eiSos is now available. A selection tool depicts a clear overview of the various product groups, including pictograms to show all of their important functions at a glance. The Power Module Catalogue also contains an overview of the available Application Notes. Technical highlights of the Power … [Read more...]
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