There seems to be much confusion on whether or not a component power
supply, similar to a PC power supply, needs a CE Marking after Jan 1,
1997. The Power Supply Manufacturers' Association (PSMA)in the UK is
of the opinion that a CE Marking is necessary. A certain TUV
organization is adamant that no marking is required and, if a marking
is applied for the LVD then the power supply would also need to meet
the EMC Directive requirements.
In our case, with a point of sale terminal (ITE), the entire terminal
is approved against the LVD and the EMC Directive. The power supply by
itself, however, would not necessarily meet the EMC requirements.
I would appreciate any opinions or thoughts on this matter.
Jim Lyons
Mgr - Product Compliance
GTECH Corp.
