Hello Brian,
I worked for two industrial computer companies for many years in the
past. Way back in the '90's when you could actually contact the FCC
directly and get an answer I put this question to the OET and the answer
at that time is that an industrial device is only exempt if it performed
test and/or control only. If it performed any other function such as
distributing or printing data, for example, it was not exempt.
The following updated information (April 2020) within document "772105
D01 Exempt Devices v01" can be found at the link below.
c) Digital devices used EXCLUSIVELY as industrial test equipment,
commercial test equipment, or medical test equipment. “Test
equipment” includes devices used for maintenance, research,
evaluation, simulation, and other analytical or scientific
applications, in areas such as industrial plants, public utilities,
hospitals, universities, laboratories, automotive service centers,
and electronics repair shops. Devices designed for home use, such as
consumer blood pressure meters, bathroom scales, and digital
thermometers, do not fall under this exemption.
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Carl
On 1/12/2021 12:21 PM, Brian Kunde wrote:
I am working on the first Industrial Machine of my career so I could
use some advice and clarification regarding the requirements for FCC
emissions.
I have been told by many that in North America, Industrial Equipment
does not have to be tested, verified, or anything for FCC by the
manufacturer of the equipment. Is this true? I was told that
interference is unlikely, even if the equipment exceeds the FCC
emissions limits. Meeting the FCC limits is recommended, and
voluntary, but not required. True?
On the other hand, Europe is not so. If EE equipment goes to Europe,
it has to pass the EN 55011 emissions test as well as the immunity
tests. Is that correct?
Any additional information that would be helpful to me would be
appreciated.
The Other Brian
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