The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) has issued IEC 60974-10 Ed. 2.0 (2007-08) entitled "Arc welding equipment - Part 10: Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) requirements." This document specifies applicable standards and test methods for radio-frequency for harmonic current emission, voltage fluctuations, and flicker. Immunity requirements and test methods … [Read more...]
New Standard on Electrical Installation Safety & Protection Against Voltage and EM Disturbances
The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) has issued IEC 60364-4-44 Ed. 2.0 (2007-08) entitled "Low-voltage electrical installations - Part 4-44: Protection for safety - Protection against voltage disturbances and electromagnetic disturbances." The rules of this part of IEC 60364 are intended to provide requirements for the safety of electrical installations … [Read more...]
Keeping Up With Automotive Standards
For those involved with automotive EMC, here's a quick reminder. SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) standards are available in paper and convenient CD-Rom versions on the Society website. A detailed list of world automotive standards is on the website of Clemson University's Vehicular Electronics Laboratory. With a few a click of the mouse, you can check out both: SAE or … [Read more...]
New List of EMC Standards Published in the Official EU Journal
A list of harmonized EMC standards that implement Directive 2004/108/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 15 December 2004 relating to electromagnetic compatibility was published late last month in the Official Journal of the European Union. This 19-page document lists in a chart-like layout the European standard organization, the numeric reference and title of … [Read more...]
Intertek Expands Testing Offerings Through Agreement with BRE Global
Intertek, an international testing company already well known for its EMC and safety testing capabilities, has entered an agreement with BRE Global, a European certification/approvals body, to provide the manufacturers of life/safety and security products with ETL or LPCB certification. Such testing would cover products destined for North America (ETL) or Europe, the Middle … [Read more...]
New COTS Power Supply Meets MIL-STD 461E and Other Standards
The new VME450 from Vicor Corporation is a single slot power supply characterized by 28 VDC (filtered) and outputs of 3.3, 5, and ±12 V. The VME450 meets MIL-STD-704F with a normal range input voltage of 22 VDC to 29 VDC, 28 VDC nominal, and 50 VDC (12.5-msec transient). This MIL-COTS solution is compliant per the vibration requirements of MIL-STD-810F and the EMI requirements … [Read more...]
Moderately Soft EMI Gasketing Approved for Spaceflight and Military Applications
The GORE-SHIELD® GS2100 EMI gasket is a conductive, adhesive-backed EMI gasketing material that is moderately soft and is approved for spaceflight and military applications. This gasketing can be supplied in die-cut panel forms or in slit width rolls. Slit width material is particularly well suited to manual, "peel-and-stick" gasketing applications. GS2100 consists of a … [Read more...]
Capacitor Series Is Optimized for Military/Aerospace Applications
A new space grade series of capacitors from KEMET Corporation has been crafted especially for use by military/aerospace customers in high-reliability applications. These capacitors meet the requirements for MIL-PRF-55365 as well as MIL-STD 1580. These devices incorporate an intensive testing and screening protocol that can be customized to meet the specific needs of an … [Read more...]
High-Reliability Cable Firm Creates Center of Excellence for European Military Needs
High-Reliability Connector Company ITT Interconnect Solutions (Cannon, Veam, and BIW) has created a centre for excellence for military and aerospace customers at its Basingstoke facility in the United Kingdom. The company has significantly increased its engineering and sales capabilities dedicated to this important sector. With these improvements, the company is preparing to … [Read more...]
Corrigendum Re EMC Requirements for Measurement Equipment for LV Systems (11/29/2007)
The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) has issued a Corrigendum pertaining to IEC 61326-2-2 Ed. 1.0 (2007-11). Corrigendum 1 affects "electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use - EMC requirements - Part 2.2: Particular requirements - Test configurations, operational conditions, and performance criteria for portable test, measuring, and … [Read more...]
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