I read in !emc-pstc that am...@westin-emission.no wrote (in <LFENJLPMMJB mhpeibnilaepjcbaa.am...@westin-emission.no>) about 'SV: Selection of Directives', on Sat, 5 Jan 2002: > I wish I had seen this "magical matrix", but unfortunately I have not. I > assume that a matrix like this would be very complex and comprehensive.
No, a matrix is perhaps the best way of handling the subject > > Example: An ITE would have to qualify for EMCD and maybe RTTE, RTTE only in respect of any relevant interface. > maybe also > LVD if the voltages are within the scope Yes. Quite normal. >and if it is placed in an explosive > area then the ATEX directive might also apply. Well, it would apply. >A lot of maybe's and if's No, the matter seems quite clear. What uncertainty do you have in mind? > ....... > I think we have to gain knowledge about a lot of the directives in order > to > know if a product falls within it. A matrix can not include that type of > experience.... I think. Header and one line of a matrix: Equipment LVD EMCD RTTE ATEX ITE YES YES Modem interface Only if intended for Bluetooth explosive atmosphere > > I'm looking forward to hear other inputs from the list members. -- Regards, John Woodgate, OOO - Own Opinions Only. http://www.jmwa.demon.co.uk After swimming across the Hellespont, I felt like a Hero. ------------------------------------------- This message is from the IEEE EMC Society Product Safety Technical Committee emc-pstc discussion list. Visit our web site at: http://www.ewh.ieee.org/soc/emcs/pstc/ To cancel your subscription, send mail to: majord...@ieee.org with the single line: unsubscribe emc-pstc For help, send mail to the list administrators: Michael Garretson: pstc_ad...@garretson.org Dave Heald davehe...@mediaone.net For policy questions, send mail to: Richard Nute: ri...@ieee.org Jim Bacher: j.bac...@ieee.org All emc-pstc postings are archived and searchable on the web at: No longer online until our new server is brought online and the old messages are imported into the new server.