I have been asked the following question:
Does anybody have any experience with pacemakers and multiple spark
discharge ignitions? We would like to know if there is any trouble with a
pacemaker when it gets close to a high powered ignition.
If there is anyone who is racing cars and has a
Chet,
http://dkc3.digikey.com/PDF/T031/M1.html gets you to a DigiKey page. Look
under Amp/Tyco for Connectors, BNC, Decoupled 0209 for several examples of
these panel mounted connectors. Other manufacturers have competing models.
Jim
Jim Knighten, Ph.D.
Teradata, a Division of NCR
Chet,
It is the panel-mount connector (board-mounted) connector that contains the
capacitor. You can recognize these connectors by the metallic prongs that
contact the inside surface of the panel when the connector is shoved through
the panel. They are very common and can be found in most
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jk100...@teradata-ncr.com; emc-p...@majordomo.ieee.org
Sent: Wednesday, March 05, 2003 11:10 PM
Subject: Re: Ethernet coax connection
Thanks to all who answered in MINUTES assisting an EMI troubleshoot on
something that is of great national value.
This forum
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Sent: Wednesday, March 05, 2003 9:53 PM
To: Knighten, Jim L
Cc: emc-p...@majordomo.ieee.org
Subject:RE: Ethernet coax connection
File: Robert Johnson.vcf If you have shock level differences between
the grounds in two different
buildings, either an entire building isn't
Nute [mailto:ri...@sdd.hp.com]
Sent: Wednesday, March 05, 2003 4:31 PM
To: Knighten, Jim L
Cc: ken.ja...@emccompliance.com; emc-p...@majordomo.ieee.org
Subject:Re: Ethernet coax connection
Hi Jim:
It is a potential shock hazard if the coax run is long and runs from
Ken,
It depends if compliance with the Ethernet standard is important to you. If
you connect to anyone else's network where someone else may be dealing with
a coax that is grounded on your end, then it is probably important. If not,
then it may not matter. This is a product safety issue. I
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Sent: Wednesday, March 05, 2003 12:58 PM
To: Knighten, Jim L; emc-p...@majordomo.ieee.org
Subject:Re: Ethernet coax connection
Assume complete ignorance on my part. What is the safety concern?
on 3/5/03 3:50 PM, Knighten, Jim L at jk100...@teradata-ncr.com wrote:
Ken,
Safety
Ken,
Safety considerations are the reason for the spec requirement. You are
allowed to ground the shield at one point.
Try using a BNC coax connector with a built-in capacitor to ground. That
gives you an AC connection to ground and is often quite effective. These
are off-the-shelf parts.
Derek,
I have used PSI Plot for many different applications and like it. It is very
powerful and versatile. You may consider the initial price to be expensive.
It is cheap to maintain.
http://www.polysoftware.com/plot.htm
Jim
James L. Knighten, Ph.D.
Derek,
Harmonics with a 33 MHz spacing would suggest a 33 MHz clock signal, even
though these are very high order harmonics. The PCI (not fast PCI) bus has a
33 MHz clock.
Jim
James L. Knighten, Ph.D.
Teradata, a divsion of NCR
Gunter,
We have an Agilent E7404A from the same family of Spectrum Analyzers. We
have used it as a general EMI and signal integrity diagnostic tool. We have
not run the built-in EMI pre-compliance reports. We like the fact that it
is a digital instrument which is an improvement over the
Reg,
Look at Regal Electronics at http://www.regalusa.com. They have board
mounted RJ-45 that have gasketing appropriate for a panel.
Jim
Jim Knighten, Ph.D.
Teradata, a Division of NCR http://www.ncr.com
17095 Via Del Campo
San Diego, CA 92127
USA
Tel: 858-485-2537
Fax:
:30 PM
To: Barry Ma; david_ster...@ademco.com
Cc: emc-p...@ieee.org; Knighten, Jim L
Subject:RE: EMC Symposia CD of 1955 to 1995
File: Gert Gremmen.vcf
Can anyone tell me how to obtain a copy
, ADEMCO
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Subject: RE: EMC Symposia CD of 1955 to 1995
Author: Knighten; Jim L
SMTP:jk100
Barry,
I AM able to print papers from the EMC Symposia Records CDs 1955-1995 (40
years for $40), although it is a bit tricky.
The program is a bit clunky by today's standards. I had difficulty printing
the paper and not all the abstracts recovered in a query. It took reading
the instructions
Muriel,
I did find the reference citation that I was missing in my previous posting.
D. Hockanson, J. Drewniak, T. Hubing, T, Van Doren, F. Sha, and M. Wilhelm,
Investigation of Fundamental EMI Source Mechanisms Driving Common-Mode
Radiation from Printed Circuit Boards with Attached Cables,
Muriel,
I applaud your tenacity in trying to achieve an understanding of the
common-mode current mechanism.
Common-mode currents in printed circuit board structures are usually the
result of an asymmetry. These asymmetries do not appear in circuit
schematic diagrams, so they can be difficult
Brent,
I am a user of NecWin Pro. I don't know the answer to your question, but
I'd be interested in what you are able to find out.
JIm
Dr. Jim Knightene-mail: jim.knigh...@ncr.com
jim.knigh...@ncr.com
Technical
Priyawrat,
Differential transmission lines (microstrip or other) can support two modes
of propagation, the even and odd modes. Usually, the odd mode is the
intended mode of operation, as you have noted. Differential circuits
inevitably suffer some imbalance between the two sides of the
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Tel: 858-485-2537
Fax: 858-485-3788
-Original Message-
From: David Spencer [mailto:dspen...@oresis.com]
Sent: Friday, March 24, 2000 2:35 PM
To: 'Knighten, Jim L';
'chris.col...@tagmclarenaudio.com
Chris,
I am experienced in performing pre-compliance measurements with a spectrum
analyzer and preamp. I use a Hewlett Packard 8593EM Spectrum Analyzer and
an HP 8447D Pre-Amplifier with god results. As mentioned by another
responder, the spectrum analyzer is designed to function as an EMI
I am curious what means people are using to exercise Ethernet telecom ports
when testing for conducted emissions according to CISPR 22 and conducted
immunity according to CISPR 24?
Do you use an external piece of equipment (AE) to send Ethernet traffic? If
so, what do you use and do you like
The latest edition of IEC 61000-3-12:2011 (power line harmonics for input
currents 16A) has an interpretation sheet that references IEC 61000-3-2:2011
(harmonic for input currents 16A).
I cannot find any evidence that IEC 61000-3-2:2011 exists. The latest version
for sale appears to be IEC
2012, Knighten, Jim L jim.knigh...@teradata.com
writes:
The latest edition of IEC 61000-3-12:2011 (power line harmonics for
input currents 16A) has an interpretation sheet that references IEC
61000-3-2:2011 (harmonic for input currents 16A).
I cannot find any evidence that IEC 61000-3-2:2011
I think the answer is yes.
Also, if you meet the requirements of the Harmonized Standard EN 50581:2012, I
assume you then have the presumption of conformity to the RoHS Directive,
2011/65/EU.
Jim
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EMC Engineer
Teradata Corporation
17095 Via
Monrad,
1. To the best of my knowledge there is no definition as to which
specific languages are required. My company has taken the position to provide
the DoC in English plus four European languages (German, French, Italian,
Spanish). If more languages become required, we will deal
To the best of my knowledge the Commission has provided no guidance as to
specific languages required relative to the RoHS Directive.
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EMC Engineer
Teradata Corporation
17095 Via Del Campo
San Diego, CA 92127
858-485-2537 - phone
858-485-3788 -
Good answer!
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EMC Engineer
Teradata Corporation
17095 Via Del Campo
San Diego, CA 92127
858-485-2537 - phone
858-485-3788 - fax (unattended)
-Original Message-
From: John Woodgate [mailto:j...@jmwa.demon.co.uk]
Sent: Friday,
I hear that there is a new EMC Directive being put forward. (The current
directive is Directive EMC 2004/108/EC.)
Does anyone know what changes this proposed new EMC Directive implements.
Jim
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EMC Engineer
Teradata Corporation
17095 Via Del
- Xylem [mailto:gp...@ysi.com]
Sent: Thursday, May 09, 2013 10:14 AM
To: Knighten, Jim L; EMC-PSTC@LISTSERV.IEEE.ORG
Subject: RE: new EMC Directive
Will you provide details as to where you obtained your information?
Thanks,
Gregory Popp
gp...@ysi.commailto:gp...@ysi.com
www.ysi.comhttp://www.ysi.com
: emc-p...@ieee.org [mailto:emc-p...@ieee.org]On Behalf Of Knighten, Jim L
Sent: Thursday, May 09, 2013 9:17 AM
To: EMC-PSTC@LISTSERV.IEEE.ORG
Subject: new EMC Directive
I hear that there is a new EMC Directive being put forward. (The current
directive is Directive EMC 2004/108/EC.)
Does anyone
858-485-3788 - fax (unattended)
From: Charlie Blackham [mailto:char...@sulisconsultants.com]
Sent: Friday, May 10, 2013 12:29 AM
To: Knighten, Jim L; EMC-PSTC@LISTSERV.IEEE.ORG
Subject: RE: [PSES] new EMC Directive
The changes are only (meant to be) an alignment of the EMCD with the NLF (New
Derek,
I am only expert enough to be dangerous on this subject, but I think that you
need parts that have been tested for susceptibility to SEU latchup (such as
error correcting RAM, perhaps) and then you need analysis to show that your
avionics functions can tolerate SEU upset or latchup.
David,
No, there is not extension. There is a 90 day extension available for
companies who have their products submitted for testing prior to the deadline,
but who have not yet received a test report. You must apply for this extension.
Jim
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James L. Knighten,
Esteemed experienced colleagues,
My company has a NVLAP-accredited EMC test laboratory in California. My
product is ITE equipment (high value, low volume) and does not include
telecom. My method of certification is usually the Declaration of Conformity.
I understand that I can request my scope
Mike,
The IEEE says: “Our letter in response will grant permission. In most cases,
the only requirements will be to give full credit to the original source and
to obtain the author's approval (as a courtesy to the author).”
http://www.ieee.org/web/publications/rights/reqperm.html
Jim
James
: Monday, July 07, 2008 7:24 PM
To: Knighten, Jim L; emc-p...@ieee.org
Subject: RE: Query on dealing with BSMI for EMC
Dear Jim,
As far as I understand BSMI, BSMI only regulates standards (the S) and
inspections (the I).
For laboratory accreditation, you may need to contact the Taiwan
Will someone kindly point me to a source where I can obtain the EMC standards
(KN ) for South Korea? English is preferable, although I understand that
some standards may not have an official English translation.
Thanks,
Jim
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EMC Engineer
[mailto:jjang1...@hotmail.com] On Behalf Of
???[Michael Jang]
Sent: Thursday, July 31, 2008 5:09 PM
To: Knighten, Jim L; emc-p...@ieee.org
Subject: RE: Korean EMC Standards - where can I purchase?
Dear Jim
You can see the KN EMC standards list at below URL;
http://approval.rrl.go.kr/join/databoard/law
Charles,
I found acquisition of CNS 13438 to be difficult. Couldn't find it on
the ANSI site. To purchase from cnsonline, you must purchase a HiTech
prepaid card and that was the difficult part for us. The web site was
difficult. We finally got our in-country rep. to get it for us. They
said
.
From: emc-p...@ieee.org [mailto:emc-p...@ieee.org]On Behalf Of
Knighten,
Jim L
Sent: Tuesday, August 12, 2008 1:20 PM
To: emc-p...@ieee.org
Subject: RE: Copies of CNS standards
Charles,
I found acquisition of CNS 13438 to be difficult. Couldn't find
it on
the ANSI site. To purchase from
Tim,
In the US, RS calibrations are not accredited to ISO 17025. The reasons are
probably financial – they haven’t wanted to spend the $ to attain
accreditation.
We send our RS receivers out for cal to a well-known accredited cal lab in
the US, but we have had an instance of damage by the
I am experiencing a robust radiated emission at 375 MHz from a rack containing
various computing hardware. This seems to come from Ethernet 10/100Base-T
switches, cables, etc. Have others experienced this frequency with Ethernet
hookups?
Jim
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James L. Knighten, Ph.D.
Does anyone have a c-tick supplier’s Declaration of Conformity template that
can be filled out on a computer, i.e., information added to it electronically?
The only one I find on the ACMA website is a locked pdf tha t cannot have
information added to it electronically.
Teradata Corporation
17095 Via Del Campo
San Diego, CA 92127
858-485-2537 – phone
858-485-3788 – fax (unattended)
From: emc-p...@ieee.org [mailto:emc-p...@ieee.org] On Behalf Of Knighten, Jim L
Sent: Wednesday, December 03, 2008 2:46 PM
To: emc-p
You will also require a calibration measurement uncertainty estimate to
comply with ISO 17025 and I would recommend a calibration report (test
report).
Jim
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EMC Engineer
Teradata Corporation
17095 Via Del Campo
San Diego, CA 92127
858-485-2537
Alan,
In the US the best-known university programs in EMC may be The Missouri School
of Science Technology (formerly U. of Missouri- Rolla) and Clemson, but
there are other schools with programs or classes in one or more aspects of
EMC. From my vantage point, these programs offer from among
I’ve followed this thread and even contributed to it. I chose to reply to
this post by random selection.
Perhaps it is an axiom of life that those who have labored to gain special
skills (perhaps even wisdom) tend to berate those younger, less expert persons
who come behind them. They are
I have a question about the c-tick mark for Australia and New Zealand.
My company’s hardware products are typically racks of IT equipment that are
largely integrations of other companies’ products, i.e., servers, switches,
storage, UPS, etc. We test and apply the c-tick mark on our products on
[mailto:pmerguerian2...@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, January 15, 2009 3:53 PM
To: emc-p...@ieee.org; Knighten, Jim L
Subject: Re: C-Tick mark on spares?
Jim,
Below is part of the exemptions from the new labelling notice.
7 A spare part that has:
(a) identical specifications to the device
To All,
Thanks to all who responded for your views and experiences regarding EMI
phenomena related to fiber optics.
You confirmed my intuition. I do not have first hand experience with these
beasts, so this gives me ammunition in dealing with problems early as we get
into this type circuitry.
Brent,
Good idea. I have used making tape to form a thick collar around the cable
insulation. This takes time, but provides very repeatable measurements
(positioning).
I did this with a Fischer F-2000 probe, which has a small diameter hole.
Jim
Jim,
I have experience using current probes on cables carrying differential
digital signals at 500 MHz and above.
I find that standing waves are ALWAYS present on the shield of the cable,
even when the signal circuits are matched (at least as well as practical).
Most of the following experience
: Friday, July 09, 1999 1:56 PM
To: Knighten, Jim L; Rostek, Paul M; Canizal, Julio C; Fan, Jun
Cc: Smith, Norm W
Subject:RE: EMC Detective and Flushing Toilet
Jim,
I suspect the problem is related to the unequal resistance in the plumbing
of the house, creating resistive gaps
Does anyone know where I can purchase 50 Ohm to 75 Ohm coaxial impedance
matching pads, with low loss that are fixtured for SMA to SMA, or APC 3.5mm
to APC 3.5mm connectors?
Jim
Dr. Jim Knightene-mail:
Yes,
This is a virus message and I was attacked when I opened its.
Below is what Symantec says about it.
WARNING! New virus surfaces on the Internet!
Worm.ExploreZip(pack) is a new version of Worm.ExploreZip.
** This virus
Scott,
Try Pasternack Enterprises in Irvine, CA
Tel: 949-261-1920
URL: http://www.pasternack.com/ http://www.pasternack.com/
Jim
Dr. Jim Knightene-mail: jim.knigh...@sandiegoca.ncr.com
San Diego, CA 92127 http://www.ncr.com http://www.ncr.com
Tel: 858-485-2537
Fax: 858-485-3788
* Notice the Area Code change from 619 *
-Original Message-
From: Wang, David
Sent: Wednesday, October 06, 1999 2:23 PM
To: Knighten, Jim L; leslie_...@yahoo.com
Just to add a bit of trivia to this discussion, concrete increases
substantially in conductivity in the presence of ionizing radiation (x-rays,
gamma rays). This is well known and documented in the nuclear hardening
community. This is an indication of an inherent population of free charge
Guys,
There was an entire session on Reverberation Chambers in the IEEE EMC
Symposium held two weeks ago in Seattle. You might find some good stuff in
the papers. If you are a Society member, they produced a CD-ROM of all the
papers, which is available for the asking, I'm told.
Like you, I am
To All:
Am I the only one receiving two identical copies of postings to this news
group?
Jim Knighten
Dr. Jim Knightene-mail: jim.knigh...@sandiegoca.ncr.com
mailto:jim.knigh...@sandiego.ncr.com
Senior Consulting
Moshe,
Here is a third and final thread message from 1 ½ years ago.
Jim Knighten
NCR
rehel...@mmm.com mailto:rehel...@mmm.com wrote:
I have been trying to educate our management on EMC. I am
interested in the
source(s) of your statement:
Some EU
Moshe,
Here is another thread from 1 ½ years ago.
Jim Knighten
NCR
--
Dear Richard
The Self-Declaration Route to Conformity under the EU's EMC Directive
requires the manufacturer to create and sign a Declaration of Conformity
which
Moshe,
I forward a message from a thread a year and a half ago.
Jim Knighten
NCR Corp.
-
Jim,
See below. You should also check www.rcic.com http://www.rcic.com , the
archive for this group. for more of
Rick,
I have a similar experience with PCI card cage brackets. This architecture
was never intended for today's environment.
We have used various gasketing techniques. Some OEMs now include clips on
the chassis to aid in the electrical seal with the card bracket.
A.K. Stamping has a patent on
Ian,
Japan has a voluntary requirement EMC for IT equipment that is based on CISPR
22.
Search the web for VCCI Council and you will find it (www.vcci.jp). Your
company can become a member company. Your accredited lab can become recognized
by VCCI Council. Your product can bear the VCCI
Amund,
The Blue Guide (circa 2000) says:
Products which have been repaired (for example following a defect), without
changing the original performance, purpose or type, are not to be considered as
new products according to New Approach directives. Thus, such products need not
undergo
There is an opening for an EMC Test Engineer or Technician at Teradata
Corporation in San Diego, CA to work in our in-house NVLAP-accredited EMC
laboratory.
If you are interested, let me know and I will send you the URL and Job
Requisition number so that you can apply on-line.
Jim Knighten
Teradata Labs in San Diego has an immediate opening for a test technician or
engineer to serve in a role in EMC testing in a lab performing compliance
testing for FCC, CISPR 22 and 24. A minimum of three years of experience is
preferred, but not a requirement.
Applications are to be submitted
Brian,
There is a harmonized standard (EN 50581:2012 )now to accompany the RoHS
Directive. Complying with the standard provides you with the legal presumption
of compliance with the RoHS Directive. The standard requires you to (a)
collect information on the RoHS compliance of your nuts,
greater.
I think our internal RoHS people get so frustrated at times they think that
they must be missing something and feel other companies must know something
that we don’t that would make the entire process much easier.
Thanks,
Brian
From: Knighten, Jim L [mailto:jim.knigh...@teradata.com
Bob,
Check out EMC32 from Rhode Schwarz.
Jim
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EMC Engineer
Teradata Corporation
17095 Via Del Campo
San Diego, CA 92127
858-485-2537 - phone
858-485-3788 - fax (unattended)
From: Sykes, Bob [mailto:bob.sy...@gilbarco.com]
Sent: Tuesday,
Brian,
Odd request. I agree with your position. 2004/40/EC is not a product
directive, I think.
Jim
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EMC Engineer
Teradata Corporation
17095 Via Del Campo
San Diego, CA 92127
858-485-2537 - phone
858-485-3788 - fax (unattended)
Has FCC 14-208, ET Docket No. 13-44, REPORT AND ORDER released 12/30/2014
In the Matter of
Amendment of Parts 0, 1, 2, and 15 of the Commission's Rules regarding
Authorization of Radiofrequency Equipment and Amendment of Part 68 regarding
Approval of Terminal Equipment by Telecommunications
://www.federalregister.gov/articles/2014/01/07/2013-29703/unified-agenda-of-federal-regulatory-and-deregulatory-actions-fall-2013#h-35
Brian
-Original Message-
From: Knighten, Jim L [mailto:jim.knigh...@teradata.com]
Sent: Thursday, May 21, 2015 3:34 PM
To: Brian Oconnell; EMC-PSTC@LISTSERV.IEEE.ORG
Subject
.pdf
Brian
From: Knighten, Jim L [mailto:jim.knigh...@teradata.com]
Sent: Thursday, May 21, 2015 1:12 PM
To: EMC-PSTC@LISTSERV.IEEE.ORG
Subject: [PSES] FCC 14-208, ET Docket No. 13-44
Has FCC 14-208, ET Docket No. 13-44, REPORT AND ORDER released 12/30/2014 In
the Matter of Amendment of Parts 0, 1
To: Knighten, Jim L; EMC-PSTC@LISTSERV.IEEE.ORG
Subject: RE: [PSES] FCC 14-208, ET Docket No. 13-44
Jim,
To my knowledge this has not yet been published in the Federal Register, so the
clock has not started.
Ghery S. Pettit
President, Pettit EMC Consulting LLC
gh...@pettitemcconsulting.commailto:gh
John,
Yes, they are individual articles and they are pdf files.
If you have trouble, try clicking on the Click for issue link right under the
picture of the cover in the upper left hand corner and that will take you to
the IEEE Xplore page that has all the articles.
Jim
Does anyone know if there is any action forthcoming on this Notice of Proposed
Rulemaking issued in July 2015?
Jim
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James L. Knighten, Ph.D.
EMC Engineer
Teradata Corporation
17095 Via Del Campo
San Diego, CA 92127
858-485-2537 - phone
858-485-3788 - fax (unattended)
Ghery,
Thanks
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EMC Engineer
Teradata Corporation
17095 Via Del Campo
San Diego, CA 92127
858-485-2537 - phone
858-485-3788 - fax (unattended)
From: Ghery S. Pettit [mailto:n6...@comcast.net]
Sent: Friday, August 19, 2016 7:50 AM
To:
Our guys use EMC32 for radiated and conducted and like it. We control R
Lisns and ESU without issue.
Jim
James L. Knighten, Ph.D.
Teradata
17095 Via Del Campo
San Diego, CA 92127
858-485-2537
From: James Pawson (U3C) [mailto:ja...@unit3compliance.co.uk]
Sent: Tuesday,
A good practice is to use your calculated measurement uncertainty for emissions
as your minimum margin requirement.
That will often put you in the 3-4 dB range.
Jim
James L. Knighten, Ph.D.
Teradata
17095 Via Del Campo
San Diego, CA 92127
858-485-2537
From: Kim Boll Jensen
It's the other way around.
They used to be Liberty labs and now they are Keysight.
James L. Knighten, Ph.D.
Teradata
17095 Via Del Campo
San Diego, CA 92127
858-485-2537
From: Wiseman, Joshua [mailto:joshua.wise...@orthoclinicaldiagnostics.com]
Sent: Tuesday, March 06, 2018
John,
Techmaster Electronics in San Diego can do this. The antenna range may be in
the Bay Area, instead of San Diego.
Jim
James L. Knighten, Ph.D.
Teradata
17095 Via Del Campo
San Diego, CA 92127
858-485-2537
From: John Mcauley [mailto:john.mcau...@cei.ie]
Sent:
For what it's worth, the Blue Guide says:
Products which have been repaired or exchanged (for example following a
defect), without changing the original performance, purpose or type, are not to
be considered as new products according to Union harmonisation legislation.
Thus, such products do
Andre,
The standard 61000-4-5: 2006 says that decoupling networks are required to
provide sufficient decoupling impedance to the surge wave so that the specified
wave may be applied on the lines under test. With this alternative test
method, I don't think you can say that you are decoupling
Can you point me to the EMC OJ that now lists EN 55035?
James L. Knighten, Ph.D.
[cid:image002.png@01D55830.11196890]
17095 Via Del Campo
San Diego, CA 92127
858-485-2537
From: Charlie Blackham
Sent: Wednesday, August 14, 2019 1:32 PM
To: EMC-PSTC@LISTSERV.IEEE.ORG
Subject:
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