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Many electronic devices emit radiofrequency (RF) emissions, which can affect other devices around them. IEC 61000-4-3 is a standard that measures a device’s immunity to this type of radiated electromagnetic energy to ensure it functions properly in normal environments.
IEC standards are made by the International Electrotechnical Commission — an organization responsible for creating benchmarks for electrical device performance.
IEC 61000-4-3 is one of several standards that are part of the family of IEC 61000 standards, which focus on the electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) of devices.
If you’re an electronic device manufacturer, it’s important to ensure your device complies with these standards, including iEC 61000-4-3. Failing to comply with IEC standards may result in limited market access for your advice, reputational issues, or financial penalties.
As specialists in electrical device testing and compliance, our experienced team can complete IEC 61000-4-3 testing for your device and help you achieve certification.
To find out more about IEC 61000-4-3 or request a quote for your device, contact us online or call us at 866-540-5287.
You can also continue reading below to learn more about the specific details of IEC 61000-4-3, why it’s important, and how you can achieve certification for your device.
What is IEC 61000-4-3?
IEC 61000-4-3 is a standard that sets minimum requirements for the immunity of electrical and electronic equipment to radiofrequency electromagnetic fields.
Like other IEC standards, 61000-4-3 sets test levels and establishes required tests that devices need to pass in order to achieve compliance.
Radiofrequency electromagnetic fields, or RF EMF for short, are waves of electric and magnetic energy that are emitted from certain devices. The “RF” refers to the area of the electromagnetic spectrum from approximately 30 KHz to 300 GHz.
Many widely-used devices, such as cellphones, Wi-Fi devices, AM/FM radios and other devices that use wireless technology fall within this frequency range.
As a standard, 61000-4-3 sets minimum immunity requirements, or levels of immunity to these electromagnetic fields, that your device needs to meet.
Why is IEC 61000-4-3 Important?
If you’re a device manufacturer, you may wonder why it’s important for your device to achieve a certain level of immunity to radiated electromagnetic energy.
Radiated electromagnetic emissions can interfere with the function of other devices, meaning a device with limited immunity may fail to work properly when it’s exposed to a source of radiated emissions.
This may mean a device provides inaccurate readings or improper function, or stops functioning entirely. For example, emissions from a cellphone may preventa radio or television from working correctly, or cause issues such as flickering or signal loss.
In an industrial environment, this may cause issues with the function of important machinery for safety. In a medical setting, it may result in false readings and/or malfunctioning equipment that could potentially put people’s health at risk.
Achieving compliance with IEC 61000-4-3 demonstrates that your device is capable of working in any normal environment, without risks of radiated electromagnetic energy interference.
It also demonstrates a commitment to product quality and reliability. Finally, compliance with the IEC 61000-4-3 standards and harmonized regulations may be required for access to markets in certain countries and regions.
How to Achieve IEC 61000-4-3 Compliance for Your Device
Understand IEC 61000-4-3 Requirements
Like other IEC standards, IEC 61000-4-3 is not one-size-fits-all. Based on the specific nature of your product — for example, a consumer device vs. industrial equipment — it could be subject to different testing criteria.
To make achieving compliance easier, familiarize your team with the IEC 61000-4-3 standard by purchasing a copy or the standard or contacting our engineers to discuss how this standard may affect your product design and choice of components.
Carry Out Pre-Testing During Design
While designing your product, ensure all components are compliant with IEC 61000-4-3. You may want to carry out pre-testing for your device during the design and prototyping phases or talk to a testing partner for advice throughout the design process.
Correcting non-compliant components and design issues early can help you avoid more costly changes further down the line.
Complete Formal IEC 61000-4-3 Compliance Testing
After designing your product, you’ll need to complete lab testing to ensure it complies with the standards set under IEC 61000-4-3, as well as any other relevant regulatory requirements for your target markets.
As specialists in electronic device compliance testing, we can complete IEC 61000-4-3 testing for your device and help you achieve compliance. Our team will prepare full documentation for your device demonstrating its test results and compliance with the IEC standard.
To talk about testing for your device, request a quote or talk to our engineers, contact us online or call our team at 866-540-5287.
How to Address IEC 61000-4-3 Non-Compliance
If your product fails compliance testing for IEC 61000-4-3, you’ll need to make adjustments to its design and components before retesting your device.
Our team can inform you about necessary changes and help you improve your device’s design to successfully pass IEC 61000-4-3 testing and achieve compliance.
Contact Us About Achieving IEC 61000-4-3 for Your Device
IEC 61000-4-3 is an important part of the family of IEC 61000 standards. Achieving compliance not only demonstrates that your device has sufficient immunity to radiated emissions — it’s also a strong statement of quality and reliability for your product.
As specialists in electrical device compliance testing, our team can test your device and ensure compliance with IEC 61000-4-3, as well as other relevant standards and regulations.
To request a quote, ask a question or talk to our expert team about compliance, contact us now or call us on 866-540-5287.
