This kit includes the standard and an expert commentary.
What is BS EN 61000-6-3 on Electromagnetic compatibility about?
This revised international standard is one in a series on electromagnetic compatibility (EMC). BS EN IEC 61000-6-3:2021 details emission requirements for electrical and electronic equipment intended for use at residential locations in order to ensure that radio reception is adequately protected.
Who is BS EN 61000-6-3 on Electromagnetic compatibility for?
- Manufacturers of electrical and electronic equipment for residential environments including lighting equipment, IT and multimedia equipment, household electrical appliances, instrumentation, industrial and telecommunications
- EMC test laboratories
- Electrical testing laboratories
- Product testers
- Regulatory and certification bodies
- Inspectors and quality assessors
What does BS EN 61000-6-3 on Electromagnetic compatibility cover?
It specifies the electromagnetic compatibility emission requirements for electrical and electronic equipment intended for use at residential locations and applies where’s there’s no relevant dedicated product or product family EMC emission standard.
BS EN IEC 61000-6-3:2021 also applies to electrical and electronic equipment intended for use at other locations that fall between the scope of BS EN IEC 61000-6-8 – the new standard for commercial and light-industrial environments – and BS EN IEC 61000-6-4 on equipment for industrial locations. The intention is that all equipment used in the residential, commercial and light-industrial environments is covered by BS EN IEC 61000-6-3 or BS EN IEC 61000-6-8. If there’s any doubt the requirements in BS EN IEC 61000-6-3 apply.
Why should you use BS EN 61000-6-3 on Electromagnetic compatibility?
This standard ensures that electrical and electronic equipment adequately protects radio reception in residential areas. This makes equipment easier to trade, improves system efficiency and increases trust in products.
In addition, when this standard is approved for OJEU listing, manufacturers of products that comply with it will be able to claim compliance with the EMC Directive 2014/30/EU, the Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU and with the equivalent UK legislation.
BS EN IEC 61000-6-3:2021 contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goal 9 on industry, innovation and infrastructure because it protects radio reception.
What's changed in the amended BS EN 61000-6-3 on Electromagnetic compatibility?
This is a revision of BS EN 61000-6-3:2007+A1:2011. BS EN IEC 61000-6-3:2021 includes the following significant technical changes introduced to reflect changing technology:
- Alternative method for measuring conducted emissions on DC ports
- Limits and requirements applicable only to equipment intended to be used in residential locations
- More stringent limits for DC power ports