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Background With the trending small size of electronic devices coupled with higher data speeds, there is a merging of the increasing physical closeness among components and the shrinking wavelengths associated with higher speeds. As wavelengths shrink, they approach the physical […]
Introduction The European EMC Directive (2014/30/EU) was updated in 2014, replacing the old directive (2008/108/EC) and became mandatory from April 2016 for any new product entering the EU from that date onwards. The change of directive was aimed at aligning […]
Introduction EMI gaskets are used extensively by the electrical/electronic industry to assist in complying with the various EMI radiated emission requirements. These requirements include compliance to DoD TEMPEST and EMI, and FCC and EU EMI test limits. As a rule […]
Introduction Sometimes you may find yourself needing to make a quick check on the shielding effectiveness (SE) of a material, such as plated plastic or shield gasket material. It’s possible to set up a quick measurement setup using near field […]
SCHURTER introduces the new NR520 series NEMA 5-20R outlets, adding to its existing range of 5-15R types. The new configuration extends the range of outlets rated 15 A to include a 20 A version for applications with increased power demands. […]
Note: This is an excerpt from the book, EMI Troubleshooting Cookbook for Product Designers, by Patrick André and Kenneth Wyatt. See Reference 1. Introduction Radiated emissions are by far your highest risk when performing compliance testing at the test facility. […]
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