EMC Seminars

1997-01-09 Thread GRASSO%STKWWHDQ
Try ACS on (303)320 0804. They are giving EMC Seminars right now!! --( Forwarded letter 1 follows )- X-Router: (TAO/SMTP Gateway 1.1.34) Received: from stortek.com by CCSVM.STORTEK.COM (IBM VM SMTP V2R3) with TCP; Wed, 08 Jan 97 02:27:46 MST Received:

re: FCC Class A Label?

1997-01-07 Thread GRASSO%STKWWHDQ
Let me see if I understand this correctly.. The FCC in an attempt to speed up the Class B cert process introduced the DoC process. Can Class A equipment use the same process? --( Forwarded letter 1 follows )- X-Router: (TAO/SMTP Gateway 1.1.34) Receiv

German Army EMC Stds..

1996-12-19 Thread GRASSO%STKWWHDQ
We have a bid on sales to the German Army. However, they (the German Army) want to know if we meet low emissions to avoid data pick up. Does any one have any info on this? TIA Chaz

FCC Class A data vs. EN5502

1996-11-04 Thread GRASSO%STKWWHDQ
Excellent question... I belive I was the person asking the same question - but using a different slant. The FCC HAVE issued a ruling that permits certification and verification to the FCC rules using CISPR 22 EMI data. EN55022 is based on CISPR 22 so you may use the same data - BUT - you must als

Field Upgrades.

1996-10-28 Thread GRASSO%STKWWHDQ
Wow, Chris, this IS an interesting question - but don't you find that the trickiest questions are often the simplest.. This is a question that my company has agonized over - and the answer we have come up with is YES oh and NO!! Superficially the EMC specification is clear - you MUST CE mark anyt

Injected RF question

1996-10-07 Thread GRASSO%STKWWHDQ
We have equipment that requires 12 (twelve) PCs as SCSI emulators all running concurrently. Q. What should be done with the A.C. & shield grounds for the emulator cables when performing the 801-6 tests? The spec indicates that ALL grounds be raised by 150 ohms.

Seeking source for relays

1996-10-07 Thread GRASSO%STKWWHDQ
We have recently been hammered by the Machinery Directive and need to find a source of relays that are Forced Guided Contact relays.. Anyone out there have a source for these relays??

Taiwan EMC requirments.

1996-10-02 Thread GRASSO%STKWWHDQ
Question to the group... Does anyone know if & when ITE equipment will be comprehensively included or will the implmentation be done piece meal?? --( Forwarded letter 1 follows )- X-Router: (TAO/SMTP Gateway 1.1.34) Received: from stortek.com by CCSVM.S

Conductive coatings for enclosur

1996-09-30 Thread GRASSO%STKWWHDQ
You have posed a difficult set of requirements. It is hard to find a protective coating that meets all the parameters. For example, you may want to consider using ZF140 pre-coat material. It is economical, durable, conductive, protective BUT not necessarily aesthetically pleasing. If you get any

EN61000-3-2

1996-09-19 Thread GRASSO%STKWWHDQ
Does anyone know if there is an amedment that encopasses devices >16A? TIA Chas

WARNING! There was a virus in t

1996-09-18 Thread GRASSO%STKWWHDQ
YES THERE IS !! Thank you for the warning!! uSoft does have a Concept Virus deletion tool on their web page. Also searching the net for info on the Concept virus garnered lots of useful stuff!! --( Forwarded letter 1 follows )- X-Router: (TAO/SMTP Gateway

Re: CE Marking on Component Powe

1996-09-16 Thread GRASSO%STKWWHDQ
Forgive me, I'm getting confused ;-). As I recall, the question was the difference of opinion of PSMA & TUV vis -a-vis CE marking on components specifically power supplies. According to the Guide to the EMC Directive, the power supply is NOT required to be CE marked. TUV is correct. PSMA is takin

Re: CE Marking on Component Powe

1996-09-13 Thread GRASSO%STKWWHDQ
Well OK then lets refer to the 1993 edition 4.7 Application of the Directive to components. a) A given item of equipment is considered to be a componenet if it complies with totally with the definition set out above i.e. if IT IS USED IN THE COMPOSITION OF AN APPARATUS AND IS NOT INTEN

Dual replies

1996-09-13 Thread GRASSO%STKWWHDQ
My E-Mail is delivering two of everything...Mails & replies Anyone else having this problem??

Re: EN 61000-3-2/A12

1996-09-13 Thread GRASSO%STKWWHDQ
Hi Folks My understanding (from ERA in the UK and some independant consultants) is that although the A12 is NOT published in the OJ, it IS unofficially being accepted by Competent Authorities. --( Forwarded letter 1 follows )- X-Router: (TAO/SMTP Gateway

CE Marking on Component Power Su

1996-09-13 Thread GRASSO%STKWWHDQ
Referring to the "Guideline on the Application of the EMC Directive...1995" If the component is designed for incorporation into an "apparatus" and are not "placed on the market" for distribution or use then components of this type are NOT considered subject to the rules laid down in the EMC Direct

EN61000-3-2 Current Limits

1996-09-11 Thread GRASSO%STKWWHDQ
The title is a little misleading.. Does this spec cover ALL input current ranges or does it only cover products >16A ?

Re: EMI Compliance - Need to Re-

1996-08-31 Thread GRASSO%STKWWHDQ
Thank you for your comments..The real question then is.. IF my product passes CISPR (adopted by the FCC) but Fails the FCC limits CAN I SHIP PRODUCTS IN THE US ??? --( Forwarded letter 1 follows )- X-Router: (TAO/SMTP Gateway 1.1.34) Received: from stor

Re: EMI Compliance - Need to Re-

1996-08-30 Thread GRASSO%STKWWHDQ
I have some questions based on this interpretation that I hope you all can helpme with... 1. Although the FCC have adopted the CISPR limits, the limits as specified in Title 47 Part 15 are TIGHTER for both conducted & radiated. OK. So if ones product had margin & passes both then everythings

EMF WWW Link..

1996-07-24 Thread GRASSO%STKWWHDQ
For anyone that is interested the EMF web site is: http://infoventures.com There is no password requirement.

VCCI Harmonics

1996-07-19 Thread GRASSO%STKWWHDQ
Does anyone have any information on the VCCI imposing harmonic content standards by Jan 1 1997??

CE Marking for Beta/Display

1996-07-05 Thread GRASSO%STKWWHDQ
Everyone..., Problem statement: Are units destined for Beta (customer evaluation - no revenue) or for display purposes ONLY required to bear the CE Mark. I have taken the position that as Beta units are for evaluation and display models not fully functional

ITE Immunity & Harmonics

1996-07-04 Thread GRASSO%STKWWHDQ
ITE Immunity: Latest scoop I have (from Mr Teichmann @ the IEC) is that the projected date of submission for CISPR 24 to Cenelec is Jan 1997 Hanromics: According to Natalie Wood of ERA Technology... " Amendment A12 1996 to EN61003-2:1995 has been published and

Documentation Legal rqmts

1996-07-04 Thread GRASSO%STKWWHDQ
My company is being told that... " The law requires the following: 1. Within 1-5 days: To be able to present a DoC to French authorities 2. Within 8 days: To be able to show successful test reports" Can anyone answer the following: 1. Is this a FRENCH only requirement -

Help!!

1996-07-02 Thread GRASSO%STKWWHDQ
To anyone out there - I am trying to get information on the new ITE Immunity standard such as: 1) Will it be EN55106 or EN55024? 2) The estimated doa. Can anyone help??