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IEC 61326-1: 2019 (CDV) Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use. Notes/Summary of Changes

Background

CISPR document 65A/922/CDV (IEC 61326 Ed 3) has been distributed to National Committees for comments with closing date 15/11/2019. If adopted without amendments, IEC 61326-1: 2019 Includes the following significant technical changes with respect to IEC 61326-1: 2013.

Changes

  • Emissions: Group and classes now apply as laid out in CISPR 11:2015/AMD 1:2016/AMD2:2019. For CLASS B EQUIPMENT with input current up to 16 A, IEC 61000-3-2 and IEC 61000-3-3 apply. For higher input currents up to 75 A per phase IEC 61000-3-12 and IEC 61000-3-11 apply as before
  • Electrostatic Discharge: No Significant changes
  • Electromagnetic field: Now requires 3V/m from 1.4GHz to 6GHz for basic and industrial environments. Originally this was 1V/m from 2GHz to 2.7GHz. This also considers battery operated devices as in Annex A
  • Voltage Dips: No longer required for controlled environments when applied to AC power (including protective earth)
  • Power frequency magnetic field: No Significant changes
  • Burst:  Optional 5KHz or 100KHz
  • Surge No Significant changes
  • Conducted RF No Significant changes
  • Instructions for use (NEW) The manufacturer shall give information that emissions, which exceed the levels required by this standard, can occur when equipment is connected to a test object.

Update DOC without testing?

No!

New requirement for Radiated Immunity above 1GHz.

Previous tests would have been done at 1V/m for 2GHz to 2.7GHz. Requirement has changed to 3V/M from 1.4GHz to 6GHz. Manufacturers should either consider retesting to the new level or carry out a risk assessment.

Disclaimer:

This document is provided for information purposes only and does not replace the need to obtain further independent advice and/or to instruct/appoint a notified or competent body or person(s) to carry out further investigation and/or testing. National and International Regulations are constantly changing and evolving. Accordingly, no warranty is given, nor is any term or condition to be implied, that the information provided in this document is accurate and that it eliminates the need for seeking further advice or investigation.

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New Service for 2020. Bluetooth Qualification

Through a partnership with Eurex we are proud to provide a fully managed Bluetooth Qualification service. Contact us for full details.

“With over 20 years’ experience in Bluetooth Qualification, EUREX can provide a fully managed testing and consultancy service.  From initial Design\Concept review, through testing and final Declaration\Listing support, EUREX is a key solution provider”

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Gainspeed Newsletter 2020 Issue 3

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This month we look at the new RoHS change EU 2020/659. Delve in to REACH and define what is the difference between Regulations,
Directives, Decisions, Recommendations and Opinions. And much more.

This issue:
Headlines
Standards Watch
European standards being withdrawn
Lists of European Harmonised Standards
Sustainability – REACH
REACH Guidance from the ECHA
UK REACH CA information leaflets
How many Chemicals are identified in REACH?
ECHA Newsletters
EU Regulations, Directives and other acts
Regulations
Directives
Decisions
Recommendations
Opinions
Update on Harmonised Standards Lists
RoHS Directive (2011/65/EU)
New Standards Published
May 2020
June 2020
Compliance Calendar

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Gainspeed Newsletter 2021 Issue 2

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This month, more Designated Standards from GOV.UK join the BREXIT rollout plus notes on the UKCA mark and application.

Headlines Standards Watch European standards being withdrawn Recognised Standards EU Harmonised Standards UK (GB) Designated Standards New Standards BS EN 55032:2015 + A1:2020 Brexit Coming Soon – UKCA Mark Reminder New Standards March 2021 April 2021 Compliance Calendar

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“Economic operator” required for UK imports into the EU from 16th July 2021

EU Regulation on Market Surveillance and Compliance of Products 2019/1020 applies in the EU from 16 July 2021. 019/1020 replaces the market surveillance provisions in the Regulation and Accreditation Market Surveillance 765/2008 (RAMS).

Overview

Until now, sales where the Business is located outside of the EU and the Customer is in the EU were not regulated. Because there was no legal entity formally responsible for the regulatory compliance of products bought outside the EU.

From July 16th this year, non-EU vendors will have to have an EU authorised representative/economic operator to sell most products to EU customers. The Market Surveillance Regulation lays down rules according to which the fulfilment service provider will be kept responsible when the non-EU vendor doesn’t appoint a responsible person.

Economic Operator

This can be an authorised representative, manufacturer, importer or fulfilment service.

Responsibilities

Keep and provide a Technical File with all the relevant conformity and performance information. Notify risk to the market surveillance authority if it arises. Cooperate with market surveillance authorities requests.

Labelling and contact details

The name and contact details of the responsible economic operator must be indicated on the product or on its packaging, the parcel or an accompanying document.