ESD has always been in my view, one of the most applicable EMC tests . We
tests all our products with higher levels than stated in the standards.
Last week I visited a local test lab and they told me that " ..... you do not
need to ESD test your new equipment because it will not be operated (no keys
to press) by humans or not accessible for humans (installed minimum 2.5m above
the floor level) .....". Well, I was a bit surprised, because you can easily
climb up to it and during maintenance you may touch it.
So, what's your interpretation for ESD and situation where it is not
applicable? We'll carry out the ESD test anyway, because I have no intention
to discuss this case with a number of world-wide certification bodies. 20
minutes testing and all parts are satisfied ....... if it pass .....
Best regards
Amund Westin, Oslo / Norway
