FCC Testing Lab and Certification Body

What Our FCC Testing Lab Tests

Our ANAB scope of accreditation covers unintentional radiators, intentional radiators, licensed radio equipment and much more, including your electronic device. Common FCC rule parts we test to include:

• Part 15 Subpart B: Unintentional radiators such as digital devices, computers, and peripherals, including products that follow the Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity (SDoC) path
• Part 15 Subparts C through H: Intentional radiators, including Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, U-NII, RFID, ultra-wideband (UWB), and other low-power transmitters
• Part 18: Industrial, scientific, and medical (ISM) equipment that uses RF energy for purposes other than communication, such as induction heating and RF lighting
• Part 20 and Section 90.219: Consumer and industrial signal boosters
• Part 90: Private land mobile radio, including handhelds, mobile radios, base stations, and repeaters
• Parts 22, 24, 27, 80, 87, 95, and 101: Cellular, PCS, maritime, aviation, personal radio, and microwave equipment

Because TCB certification happens in-house, the same organization that measures your device also reviews the application and issues the FCC grant or the approvals most other countries require. Our FCC certification services generally cover ISED Canada certification, so your U.S. and Canadian approvals can move forward together.

Accreditations and Recognition

An FCC lab is only as credible as its accreditations. Ours are documented and published on our accredited lab scope page:

• ISO/IEC 17025:2017: Accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB), certificate AT-2901
• FCC recognized: An accredited testing laboratory recognized by the FCC for equipment authorization testing
• ISED recognized: Recognized by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada for testing to Canadian Radio Standards Specifications (RSS)
• P25 CAP: Project 25 Compliance Assessment Program performance and interoperability testing for land mobile radio subscriber units, base stations, and repeaters
• ISO/IEC 17065: Accreditation for our Telecommunications Certification Body

For a manufacturer, these credentials mean your test report comes from an accredited lab that the FCC, ISED Canada, Europe and most other countries recognize.

U.S.-Based Testing in Mesa, Arizona

As of October 2026, our accredited laboratory is located at 1724 S. Nevada Way in Mesa, Arizona, where our 3-meter semi-anechoic chamber handles radiated and conducted emissions testing. It is the oldest continuously operating FCC- and Canada-recognized testing laboratory in Arizona.

Working with a U.S.-based FCC test lab gives your team direct access to the engineers running your tests. You can have a representative witness testing in person or tour our lab online before you ship a prototype.

From Quote to Grant: Our FCC Certification Process

Every project at our FCC certification lab follows the same path, and our team keeps you updated at each stage. Timelines depend on device complexity and how quickly documentation is ready, and questions are answered during testing.

1. Free quote: Share your device details and target markets. Preliminary quotes usually return within 2 to 3 business days.
2. Test plan and grantee code: We identify the applicable rule parts and standards, or test to the standards you already use; if you do not have an FCC grantee code yet, we obtain one on your behalf.
3. Testing: Send one or two production prototypes with their technical specifications. Testing typically runs from a few days to a couple of weeks.
4. Test report and documentation: We compile the FCC test report, and you provide the remaining filing documents, such as schematics, user manuals, and label information.
5. TCB review and grant: Our TCB reviews the complete application and issues your Grant of Equipment Authorization in as little as 2 to 3 business days after complete documentation and test reports arrive.
6. If you are new to FCC certification, we will walk you through every step.

Each project includes a review meeting before testing begins, regular status updates, prompt notice of any issues, and confirmation when your application is accepted.

FCC Testing Lab FAQs

What Does an FCC Testing Lab Do?

An FCC testing lab measures your device’s emissions and RF performance against the FCC rules that apply to it, then documents the results in a test report. For devices that need certification, that report goes to our TCB, where a second person reviews the application and product testing, then issues the grant through the proper country’s agency.

Does My Device Need Certification or an SDoC?

Most transmitters, including Bluetooth and Wi-Fi products, require certification. Many Part 15 Subpart B digital devices can use the Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity instead: testing is still required, but no grant is issued. Our engineers will confirm the right path when they prepare your quote. Reach out to discuss the nuances of your product so we get this right.

How Long Does FCC Approval Take?

Our expedited process can deliver certification within a few days to 2 weeks for many devices. Products with several radios, or devices that need design fixes after pre-scans, take longer. Pre-compliance testing during development helps you avoid those surprises and the delays they cause.

How Much Does FCC Certification Cost?

Cost depends on the radio technology, the rule parts involved, and the number of tests your device needs. Our guide to FCC certification cost explains the factors that drive pricing, and a free quote gives you a figure for your specific device.

Can You Test for Canada and Other Markets at the Same Time?

Yes. ISED Canada and European testing can run alongside FCC testing, which often saves time and cost. We also test for the European Union, Australia/New Zealand, Korea, Japan, and other markets; our EMC testing services cover emissions and immunity requirements abroad.

Does FCC Certification Expire?

No. A grant remains valid for an unchanged device. Design changes may require a permissive change or a new certification, and our engineers can tell you which applies before you modify a certified product.

Request a Quote from Our FCC Testing Lab

Tell us about your device, your target markets, and your launch date. Our engineering team will recommend the right tests, map out your path to FCC approval, and send a free quote.

Types of Regulatory Testing

FCC & IC Compliance Testing for: