Re: OJ Review Service?

1997-10-28 Thread HANS_MELLBERG
Yes. It is called the CEN/CENELEC/ETSI Bulletin. It is published by in Europe and does exactly what you require. __ Reply Separator _ Subject: OJ Review Service? Author: Non-HP-trob (t...@ckc.com) at HP-ColSprings,mimegw5

Re: EMC Design Question for a Backplane ...

1997-09-25 Thread HANS_MELLBERG
Punch like a sieve i.e. one hole for each pin insted of a large cut-out. That reduces the inductance of the power/ground plane. The increased noise coupling in insignificant compared to the lost benefits of the low plane inductance. Besides, you reduce the current flow capacity and create

Re: Re[4]: modeling RFI sources randomness

1997-09-17 Thread HANS_MELLBERG
One of the problems on a typical PC is the software its running. If you are running anything under Windows, then you have the randomness of the housekeeping functions of the windows OS. Old Billionaire Billy has incorporated many big-brother features that he won't tell us about and is the

Re: modeling RFI sources randomness

1997-09-15 Thread HANS_MELLBERG
It is not the random amplitude and phase changes that causes the peak, average or teh quasi-peak readings to vary. Peak is the maximum reading obtained, period. Average and quasi-peak are filtering functions with respect to time and they will vary by the content of the

Re: Tetanization and fibrillation (was GFI history)

1997-09-10 Thread HANS_MELLBERG
This is why I like this email service. I learn so much! Thanks to all of the contributors Hans __ Reply Separator _ Subject: Re: Tetanization and fibrillation (was GFI history) Author: richn-at-sdd

Re: GFIs, Hairdryers, and Bathtubs ...

1997-09-03 Thread HANS_MELLBERG
You forgot two major assumptions: 1) The impedance of the water and 2)the impedance of the human in water. In water, the human has orders of magnitude of lower impedance, and therefore, the majority of the current will flow through the human assuming there is a path to ground. It is

Re: COMB Generators

1997-08-28 Thread HANS_MELLBERG
Item Subject: COMB Generators There are several manufacturers with Antenna Research Associates (ARA) being one of them. Theirs looks like a baby bicon with a calibrated output. Hans __ Reply Separator _ Subject:

Re: OATS gndplane surface

1997-08-12 Thread HANS_MELLBERG
I once inherited an outdoor aluminum ground plane 10m OATS. The contraction and expansion was quite evident and out of spec. We ended up sawing slots to relieve the TCE warp. The slots 12 inches each, 8 of them per 4'x8' section were aligned in the same direction as to the

Re: Re:RE: test equipment

1997-08-11 Thread HANS_MELLBERG
Item Subject: Re:RE: test equipment There is a good way to separate UUT emissions from ambient emissions. Use 2 antennae. Place the 2nd antenna at least 3x farther away from the EUT than the 1st antenna. Then use an a/b N-connector switch and you can then switch between a/b

Re: LED Safety

1997-08-06 Thread HANS_MELLBERG
You may wish to contact Mr. Bob Weiner (310) 545-1190 (71020@compuserve.com) he is a consultant specializing in lasers. Hans Mellberg __ Reply Separator _ Subject: LED Safety Author: Non-HP-WW (w...@dolby.com) at

Re: CD ROM's

1997-07-24 Thread HANS_MELLBERG
The FDA Guide for Compliance, answers all your questions. There are some exemptions to labelling requirements if you are using a class I OEM unit inside your product. (like a PC, it doesn't repeat the warnings on the outside).There are no special treatment for test

[SI-LIST] : Reliability Forums

1997-07-23 Thread HANS_MELLBERG
This post is slightly off topic: Is anyone familiar with a BBS similar to this concerning Reliability/QA/Statistical issues? Thanx in advance Hans Mellberg Local Multipoint Distribution Systems HP, Cupertino CA

Re: We have, under development, a large piece of equipment

1997-07-21 Thread HANS_MELLBERG
Item Subject: We have, under development, a large piece of equipment which You have a classic case on when to apply the TCF route for comliance. Contact your friendliest NB of your choice for help. E-mail me for more detailed information if you wish Hans Mellberg __

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1997-05-01 Thread HANS_MELLBERG
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Spark Gaps

1997-04-24 Thread HANS_MELLBERG
Item Subject: cc:Mail Text Thank you all who responded. I had failed to mention that this printed wiring spark-gap has a slot in between the sharp points (electric field enhancers to facilitate breakdown) and yes, the solder mask is removed so that only bare copper shows. The creepage is fully

Re: Amplifier for RS101 (MIL-STD-462D)

1997-03-24 Thread HANS_MELLBERG
I believe Crown manufactures commercial amplifiers that can be used in this range. Good Luck, Hans. __ Reply Separator _ Subject: Re: Amplifier for RS101 (MIL-STD-462D) Author: Non-HP-owner-emc-pstc

Re: Low profile Turntable - Help

1997-03-24 Thread HANS_MELLBERG
Item Subject: Low profile Turntable - Help Yes, contact Sunol Sciences Corporation in Pleasenton CA, (510) 485-9260. Best Regards Hans __ Reply Separator _ Subject: Low profile Turntable - Help Author: Non-HP-owner-emc-pstc

Re: Hazardous materials

1997-03-24 Thread HANS_MELLBERG
Those materials, commonly known as polybrominated or polychlorinated dibenzofurenes, were listed in the hazardous materials directive in a subsequent OJ release from the original date. I have somewhere a copy of it but since my move, I have not seen it lately. I will try and get the directive

Re: Re[2]: Demos and Eval Units Now Require CE Mark???

1997-03-13 Thread HANS_MELLBERG
Again I will direct your attention to the Guide to the implementation of Community harmonization directives based on the new approach and the global approach published by the the European Communities, ISBN 92-826-8584-5. Under section II, 1. Placing on the market, page 20, The following are

Re: Corona

1997-03-11 Thread HANS_MELLBERG
Raychem Corporation, (Menlo Park, CA) used to make a portable shrink wrap unit that sensed the corona discharge of the heater wires. Perhaps the technology used in that project may give you a direction. Hans __ Reply Separator

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Re: Penalty for Non-Compliance

1997-02-22 Thread HANS_MELLBERG
I have heard of a case that was levied a fine at Italian customs for not having the proper CE paperwork in order. Also, that in Germany, especially at computer shows, the BZT or someone like that, will inspect and randomly ask for samples to be tested. Just rumours Hans

Re: NVLAP approved test Lab

1997-02-20 Thread HANS_MELLBERG
You can view all the labs registered with the FCC and NVLAP approved in the FCC's public access lins (BBS) at (301) 725-1072 Good luck __ Reply Separator _ Subject: NVLAP approved test Lab Author: Non-HP-owner-emc-pstc

Re: Spread spectrum clock oscillator

1997-02-19 Thread HANS_MELLBERG
You might want to track dowm Chuck Green of the greater San Jose area, formerly with IMI who was their EMI Engineer. He might know the survivors of these products. Hans __ Reply Separator _ Subject: Re: Spread spectrum clock oscillator

Re: IEC 22G/21/CDV(11-1995)

1997-02-15 Thread HANS_MELLBERG
Item Subject: IEC 22G/21/CDV(11-1995) George, IEC 22G is the IEC Technical committee on Semiconductor power converters for adjustable speed electric drive systems. I suspect that the document you mention may be an internal committee document. Contact the IEC for more info. Hans

Re: Dilemma, Repaired Units, To CE mark or not ?

1997-02-08 Thread HANS_MELLBERG
The answers to all the raised questions and much more can be found in the official European Commission's: Guide to the implementations of Community harmonization directives based on the new approach and the global approach It is published by the European Commision, Office for Official

Re: PWB Layout for high frequency traces...

1997-02-04 Thread HANS_MELLBERG
Randall; The routing of 1GHz traces has many obstacles. Following are a few (not an exhaustive list) 1) dielectric constant value variance 2) cross talk 3) source termination 4) source impedance 4) end-line termination 5) common mode generation 6) component inability to handle 1GHz signals 7)

Re: Transformer Approvals

1997-02-04 Thread HANS_MELLBERG
EN60704 is the CENELEC version of IEC 704. IEC 704 is titled Test Code for the determination of airborne acoustical noise emitted by household and similar electrical appliances I suspect that the are making an unresonable request! Hans Mellberg EMC Consultant __

Re: EN414 RISK ANALYSIS FORM IN ENGLISH

1997-01-14 Thread HANS_MELLBERG
You can order it from ANSI (212) 642-4900 __ Reply Separator _ Subject: EN414 RISK ANALYSIS FORM IN ENGLISH Author: Non-HP-owner-emc-pstc (owner-emc-p...@majordomo.ieee.org) at HP-Boise,mimegw2 List-Post: emc-pstc@listserv.ieee.org

EMC and Safety approvals

1997-01-10 Thread HANS_MELLBERG
Item Subject: cc:Mail Text Author: HANS MELLBERG at non-hp-santaclara,om4 List-Post: emc-pstc@listserv.ieee.org Date:01/09/97 02:03 PM Hello fellow professionals! Are there any special safety or EMC marks or declarations required for the following countries that are different from the

Re: Where can I find 92/59/EEC...

1997-01-09 Thread HANS_MELLBERG
Probably the best filter for the OJ is the CEN/CENELEC/ETSI Bulletin which for about $400/year only reports matters of our interest plus telecom. The OJ is about $700/year and mostly deals with other subjects of no interest to us, and occasionally with standards stuff. The CEN/CENELEC/ETSI

Re: HELP: EMI - CFR 47 Exemption for Machine Controls ?

1997-01-08 Thread HANS_MELLBERG
Check 47 CFR part 2 sections 803, 805, 806, 807 and 809. Essentially if your ISM equipment is classified as a radio frequency device or digital device and not selling to the US goverment you must comply with the technical requirements of part 15, or part 18. Part 18 section 121 allows for