Virtually all electrical products-from the simplest kitchen appliance to the most sophisticated medical device-are potential emitters of electromagnetic waves. In addition, many devices are potentially affected by electromagnetic waves from other products in the vicinity.

These emissions may interfere with a product's safe operation and performance. As more electrical products enter the marketplace, and as products become more sophisticated and more sensitive, it becomes increasingly important to ensure electromagnetic compatibility (EMC).

CSA International offers one-stop convenience for EMC testing

Our EMC testing offers you:

• Delivery Guarantees
• State-of-the-art Facilities
• International Knowledge and Recognition
• Complete Compliance Solutions

Click here for an overview of EMC testing requirements in key markets, including:

• The U.S.
• Canada
• Europe

Click here for a glossary of EMC terms.

Delivery Guarantees

CSA International offers delivery guarantees for EMC testing. We understand the complexities of bringing a product to market, and the critical importance of a timely product launch. We will work with you toward getting the testing done when you need it. Test results will be available within a mutually agreed to timeframe, allowing for the actual time required to complete the tests. Our guarantee reaches right to your bottom line: if we fail to meet the agreed-upon deadline, you receive a 20% discount on your final bill.

Remember that involving CSA International early in the product launch can speed up and simplify the launch process.

State-of-the-art Facilities

CSA International's EMC lab facilities include these chambers:

• a 3-metre semi-anechoic chamber for radiated emissions tests, with a 2-metre, 1300-kilogram-capacity turntable (see photo 1)

• an anechoic radiated-immunity chamber, providing susceptibility measurements at field strengths of up to 20 volts per metre (see photos 2 & 3)

• a 10-metre open area test site for radiated emissions tests

• a shielded room for measuring emissions such as conducted emissions

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International Knowledge and Recognition

The CSA mark is well known and respected around the world.

CSA International is recognized by:

• U.S. National Voluntary Laboratory Approval Program (NVLAP) accreditation
• U.S. Federal Communication Commission (FCC) listing
• Standards Council of Canada (SCC) accreditation
• Associations with competent bodies and notified bodies of the European Union.

With offices in Asia and partners in Europe, we're equipped to test to worldwide standards.

Our European partners include KEMA (Netherlands and NEMKO (Norway).

We'll help you to understand, test and certify to the EMC requirements for:

• the European Union (EU)
• the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
• Industry Canada
• Standards Council of Canada (SCC)
• Japanese Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI)
• Australian Certification Authority (ACA)

and others.

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Complete Compliance Solutions

CSA International offers complete compliance solutions for electromagnetic interference (EMI) and EMC, including:

• emissions tests to FCC Part 15 and 18, and to the majority of CISPR and EN standards
• immunity tests to the majority of CENELEC EN standards
• test reports to the requirements of Industry Canada (for Canada), FCC (for the U.S.), the CE Mark (for Europe), ACA (for Australia), VCCI (for Japan), and others.

You can depend on our highly trained staff and on the integrity of the CSA International name. Our service is reliable and our test results are respected worldwide.

*This material is a general summary of information. It is not intended to be technically complete or exact or to provide engineering advice. Contact CSA International at 1-800-463-6727 to obtain the exact information and guidance applicable to your needs.

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