Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Testing
What is Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC testing / Electromagnetic Interference EMI testing?
According to TUV, “Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) is a product’s ability to reliably perform within its intended electromagnetic environment and to accept or emit RF disturbances within defined parameters in the electromagnetic spectrum. In general, EMC testing can be divided into two sub-categories:
- electromagnetic immunity / EMI testing — a product’s ability to cope with disturbance/interference
- emissions testing — EMI/RFI; the level of interference/disturbance produced by the product.
When is Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC testing or Electromagnetic Interference EMI testing required/needed?
Local, State and/or government ordinances may require certain electrical products operate within certain EMC/EMI limits. Not all products require EMC and/or EMI testing; in some countries certain passive products are not legislated under the EMC directives or in the vast majority of International Regulations.
Which companies, governments or institutions require Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and/or Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) testing?
Defense/military, consumer, IT, rail, shipping, radio and telecommunications industries with CENELEC designation or military/defense standards.
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