EMI and EMC Testing

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EMI and EMC testing are crucial steps in ensuring that electronic devices meet regulatory requirements for electromagnetic compatibility. EMI (electromagnetic interference) refers to any disturbance in the electromagnetic field that affects the performance of an electronic device. EMC (electromagnetic compatibility) refers to the ability of an electronic device to operate without interference in its intended electromagnetic environment.

In today’s world, where electronic devices are becoming more complex and interconnected, EMI EMC testing has become even more important. Failure to meet regulatory requirements can result in costly delays and product recalls, damage to brand reputation and even safety hazards.

What is EMI Testing?

EMI testing stands for Electromagnetic Interference Testing which is a type of testing that is used to evaluate the ability of electronic devices and systems to operate without causing or being affected by unwanted electromagnetic interference (EMI). EMI can occur when electromagnetic energy from one device interferes with the operation of another device, leading to various issues such as distorted signals, data loss and malfunction.

EMI testing is typically performed to ensure that electronic devices and systems comply with regulatory requirements, such as FCC, CE, CISPR and IEC standards.

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  • Radiated EMI testing

  • Conducted EMI testing

  • Transient EMI testing

  • Magnetic EMI testing

What is Radiated EMI Testing?

This type of testing evaluates the amount of electromagnetic energy that is radiated by a device or system into the surrounding environment. The test measures the field strength of the radiated energy at different frequencies and distances from the device.

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What is Conducted EMI Testing?

This type of testing evaluates the amount of electromagnetic energy that is conducted through power and signal cables connected to a device or system. The test measures the amount of unwanted noise that is conducted along the cables.

What is Transient EMI Testing?

This type of testing evaluates the ability of a device or system to withstand sudden changes in voltage or current that can cause electromagnetic interference. The test measures the susceptibility of the device or system to transient events such as lightning strikes or power surges.

What is Magnetic EMI Testing?

Magnetic EMI testing assesses electromagnetic interference by measuring magnetic fields emitted from electronic devices. It identifies potential sources of interference affecting electronic performance and compliance with regulatory standards.

Overall, EMI testing is an essential process that ensures electronic devices and systems can operate effectively in the presence of electromagnetic interference.

What is EMC Testing?

EMC testing stands for Electromagnetic Compatibility Testing. It is a type of testing that evaluates the ability of electronic devices and equipment to operate properly in their intended electromagnetic environment and not interfere with other nearby devices or equipment.

EMC testing can be divided into two main categories: emissions testing and immunity testing.

  • Emissions Testing
  • Immunity Testing

What is Emissions Testing?

This type of testing measures the amount of electromagnetic energy that is emitted from a device and ensures that it does not exceed the legal limits. Emissions testing is done in a shielded room or anechoic chamber and measures the radiated and conducted emissions from the device.

What is Immunity Testing?

This type of testing evaluates how well a device can function in the presence of electromagnetic interference (EMI) from other sources. Immunity testing is also done in a shielded room or anechoic chamber and involves subjecting the device to various electromagnetic fields to see if it continues to function properly.

There are various types of EMC testing that fall under emissions and immunity testing. Some of the most common types include:

Radiated Emissions Testing: This tests the amount of electromagnetic energy that is emitted by the device and radiated through the air.

Conducted Emissions Testing: This tests the amount of electromagnetic energy that is emitted by the device and conducted through its power and signal cables.

Radiated Immunity Testing: This tests how well the device can function in the presence of electromagnetic energy that is radiated through the air.

Conducted Immunity Testing: This tests how well the device can function in the presence of electromagnetic energy that is conducted through its power and signal cables.

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Testing: This tests the device’s ability to withstand electrostatic discharge, which can damage electronic components.

Transient Immunity Testing: This tests the device’s ability to function in the presence of transient voltages or currents, which can occur during power surges or lightning strikes.

Overall, EMC testing is crucial for ensuring that electronic devices and equipment can function properly and coexist with other devices in their electromagnetic environment.

Types of Emission Testing

Radiated Emissions (RE)

It is a radiated test that measures the level of Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) a device generates and radiates while it is operational at its normal and it confirms whether the emissions level is within the specified limits.

Conducted Emissions (CE)

It is a conducted test that measures the level of Electromagnetic noise the device is generating and while it is operational at its normal the same noise might travel along the cable or I/O lines and cause interference to the other systems.

Types of Immunity Testing

Radiated Susceptibility (RS)

It is a radiated test that validates the EUT, how well the EUT performs when exposed to the level of radiated electromagnetic noise it will encounter in its expected operating environment.

Conducted Susceptibility (CS)

It is a conducted test that validates the EUT, how well the EUT performs or reacts to the electromagnetic noise generated from another source device and while the same noise may enter the EUT through the cable or I/O lines.

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MIL461 Tests

S.NoTest NameStandardTest ID
1Conducted Emissions, Power Leads, 30 Hz to 10 KHz (P41)MIL461- E/F/GCE101
2Conducted Emissions, Power Leads, 10 KHz to 10 MHz (P49)MIL461- E/F/GCE102
3Conducted Susceptibility, Power Leads, 30 Hz to 150 KHz (P61)MIL461- E/F/GCS101
4Conducted Susceptibility, Bulk Cable Injection, 10 KHz to 200 MHz (P77)MIL461- E/F/GCS114
5Conducted Susceptibility, Bulk Cable Injection, Impulse Excitation (P86)MIL461- E/F/GCS115
6Conducted Susceptibility, Damped Sinusoidal Transients, Cables & Power Leads, 10 KHz to 100 MHz (P91)MIL461- E/F/GCS116
7Conducted Susceptance ESD (P111)MIL461- E/F/GCS118
8Radiated Emissions, Magnetic Field, 30 Hz to 100 KHz (P118)MIL461- E/F/GRE101
 9

Radiated Emissions, Electric Field, 10 KHz to 18 GHz (P124)

MIL461- E/F/G

RE102

10Radiated Susceptibility, Electric Field, 2 MHz to 40 GHz (P136)MIL461- E/F/GRS103
11Radiated Susceptibility, Magnetic Field 30 Hz to 100 kHz (P142)MIL461- E/F/GRS101

Automotive EMI and EMC Tests

S.No

Test Name

Standard

Test ID

1

Voltage Transient Emission Test

AUTO

ISO 7637-2

2

Transient Immunity Test

AUTO

ISO 7637-2

3

Electrical disturbances from Electrostatic Discharge (Powered-up test)

AUTO

ISO 10605-2008

4

Electrical disturbances from Electrostatic Discharge (Unpowered test)

AUTO

ISO 10605-2008

5

Direct radio frequency (RF) power injection

AUTO

ISO 11452-2 (2)

6

Bulk Current Injection (BCI)

AUTO

ISO 11452-4 (2)

7

Conducted Emission, 100 kHz to 108 MHz [5 µH / 50 ohm]

AUTO

CISPR25

8

Radiated Emission, 9 kHz – 6 GHz at 1 Meter

AUTO

CISPR25

9

Test methods for electrical disturbances

AUTO

ISO_16750-2_2010 (E)

Commercial EMI and EMC Tests

S.No

Product/material

Specific Tests performed

Test Standard

1

Commercial

Conducted Emission

CISPR 11

2

Industrial

Radiated Emission

CISPR 15

3

Scientific

RF Radiated Susceptibility

CISPR 32

4

Medical

Electrostatic Discharge immunity

IEC 61000-4-2

5

Information technology

Electrical Fast transient (EFT)/Burst immunity

IEC 61000-4-3, IEC 61000-4-4

6

Multimedia

Conducted RF Susceptibility

IEC 61000-4-5

 

7

Lighting Equipment

Power frequency

IEC 61000-4-6

Magnetic field immunity

IEC 61000-4-8

Voltage Dips, Short Interruption

IEC 61000-4-11

Voltage Variations immunity

DO160 Tests

S.No

Test Name

Standard

1

Magnetic Effects

DO160

2

Power Input

DO160

3

Voltage Spikes

DO160

4

Audio Frequency Conducted Susceptibility – Power Inputs

DO160

5

Induced Signal Susceptibility

DO160

6

Radio Frequency Susceptibility (Radiated and Conducted)

DO160

7

Emission of Radio Frequency Energy

DO160

8

Lightning Induced Transient Susceptibility

DO160

9

Lightning Direct Effects

DO160

10

Electrostatic Discharge

DO160

Other EMI and EMC Tests

Subject

Organization

Standard

Electro-Magnetic compatibility

EEC

89/336/EEC

Electro-Magnetic compatibility

CENELEC

EN 50081-2, EN 50121-1,

EN 50121-2, EN 50121-3,

EN 50121-4, IEC 61000-1,

IEC 61000-2, IEC 61000-3, IEC 61000-4, IEC 61000-5.

Conducted immunity level

CENELEC

EN 50082-2

Electrostatic discharge (ESD)

IEC

IEC 61000-4-2

Fast transient burst

IEC

IEC 61000-4-4

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