Automotive EMC Test Equipment
Automotive EMC test equipment is now more important than ever as automotive RF design grows in complexity and manufacturers integrate 5G technology into their cars. Every component from radios to engines needs to be tested to see how it reacts to other components' electromagnetic fields and determine whether any part generates electromagnetic interference (EMI). Emerging markets like electric and automated cars also contribute to this increase in design sophistication. A dashboard is full of active components which, as they communicate with control systems and each other, produce RF noise and emissions, potential sources of EMI. EMC automotive tests are a pillar of modern manufacturing, essential to passenger safety, driving performance and ultimately revenue.
Automotive EMC Testing Equipment
Land vehicles require testing for both EMI immunity and EMI emissions levels, dividing automotive EMC test equipment into four different varieties: radiated emissions, conducted emissions, radiated immunity, and conducted immunity tests.
Immunity Testing
Immunity testing determines the radiated and conducted susceptibility of active communications components, including microprocessors installed in control and entertainment systems. Circuit design is one of the essential factors in to shielding against EMI, and wire routing can either directly cause EMI or affect the EMC path.
Transient Immunity Generators
Automotive transient immunity generators test a device's conducted susceptibility by simulating transients, dramatic fluctuations in current and voltage, in accordance with standards like IEC-61000-4 and ISO 7637. Transient generators are an essential part of an automotive EMC test equipment inventory.
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RF Amplifiers
RF power amplifiers test cars and automotive components for their immunity to radiated EMI. An amplifier will fulfill