Re: Bad Fuse vs. Good Fuse

2003-05-26 Thread Scott Lacey
the board solved the problem. Incidently, the problem was caught early through statistical analysis of field returns. Scott Lacey P.S.: It is well known in the automotive field that the old glass tube fuses often failed prematurely due to repeated stress and vibration. The newer blade type fuses

Re: Heat Sink Colour.

2003-05-09 Thread Scott Lacey
on natural convection. The rough surface increases both surface area and turbulence. scott Lacey On 9 May 2003 at 9:50, LEUNG YAT WAH DEREK wrote: Could anyone tell me about the heatsink is really in lighter colour can release heat faster ( similar to we wearing lighter clothes in summer

Re: Changes to IEEE emc-pstc web-based services

2003-01-01 Thread Scott Lacey
hardware. I still use the ALT functions in web pages I write to insure that they are lynx friendly. Scott Lacey On 1 Jan 2003 at 9:00, John Woodgate wrote: It seems to me that the web site system is OK for people with 'always- on' connection, but for those of us on dial- up, especially pay

Re: High Voltage Relay HELP!!!

2002-12-11 Thread Scott Lacey
customer to have encountered this issue. Scott Lacey On 10 Dec 2002 at 15:33, brian_ku...@leco.com wrote: Happy Holidays Group, Let me set the scene for you: We have a piece of laboratory equipment that has a 10,000 volt low current power supply that puts a high potential onto

Size of recent postings

2002-11-09 Thread Scott Lacey
consider posting a summary with an invitation to send the larger files to interested parties. Thank You Scott Lacey --- This message is from the IEEE EMC Society Product Safety Technical Committee emc-pstc discussion list. Visit our web site at: http

RE: David Sproul...UL creepage limits ;~)

2002-10-12 Thread Scott Lacey
with the last connection when the cause of the dead battery is unknown. If it glows brightly the load is too severe to take the risk. I apologize for being so wordy but I hope that sharing my experience may save fellow listmembers from vehicle damage or serious injury. Scott Lacey ORIGINAL MESSAGE

Re: information safe

2002-10-05 Thread Scott Lacey
. They used a particular brand of laptop computer (I've forgotten which) that had a very low emi signature. They assumed that their competitors would spy on them to gain an edge in that ultra competitive business. Scott Lacey On 3 Oct 2002 at 20:26, Lucian wrote: Dear Sirs, We know it's very

Re: Nema 5-15R sockets

2002-07-19 Thread Scott Lacey
with the ground at bottom, when an outlet is installed with the ground pin up it is possible to have the ground lead disconnect first. If this happens with a product with high (but acceptable) leakage a potentially lethal situation exists. Scott Lacey On 19 Jul 2002 at 13:59, Art Michael wrote

Lightning Protection for PA System

2002-06-15 Thread Scott Lacey
suggestions as to device types. For the microphone inputs I am thinking of using semiconductor transient voltage suppressors near the amplifier. Again, any suggestions are welcome. Thanks in advance for any advice and guidance. Scott Lacey sco...@world.std.com

Re: 1kW per square meter.......free

2002-06-08 Thread Scott Lacey
. As to the energy efficiency of gasoline, years ago I watched a demonstration where a homemade mortar lobbed a sand-filled beer can hundreds of yards using a SPOONFUL of gasoline! It graphically proved the point about why it is so hard to replace the internal combution engine. Scott Lacey On 7

RE: Coaxial Switches - use with spectrum analyzer and gear?

2002-05-25 Thread Scott Lacey
. As to the original question I see no reason why high-quality coaxial switches could not be used as long as they were periodically checked (characterized) the same as all cables and other pieces should be when used for serious work. Scott Lacey On 24 May 2002 at 15:52, Christman, Timothy (STP) wrote

Re: Surplus EMC Test Equipment available

2002-05-17 Thread Scott Lacey
to (grin) vote someone off the island. Wishing all a relaxing and restful weekend, Scott Lacey On 15 May 2002 at 16:59, Michael Taylor wrote: Greetings all. Risking the wrath of some list members, I am posting a list of surplus EMC test equipment. I hope no one takes this as a business offering

RE: High Temp Caps and Inductors

2002-04-21 Thread Scott Lacey
. Good Luck, Scott Lacey -Original Message- From: owner-emc-p...@majordomo.ieee.org [mailto:owner-emc-p...@majordomo.ieee.org]On Behalf Of lfresea...@aol.com Sent: Friday, April 19, 2002 5:19 PM To: emc-p...@majordomo.ieee.org Subject: High Temp Caps and Inductors Hi all, I'm

RE: Pencil erasers for pre-EMI cleaning? (cleaning mating surface s, chassis, )

2002-03-05 Thread Scott Lacey
it was mentioned that the downloaded galvanic compatibility chart could not be printed on 8 1/2 X 11 paper. If the host based printer driver is loaded it is possible to scale printed output to any size desired. The hardware based print drivers generally do not have this ability. Scott Lacey

RE: Pencil erasers for pre-EMI cleaning?

2002-02-28 Thread Scott Lacey
it gremlin spray because it gets rid of pesky intermittent connections. Scott Lacey -Original Message- From: owner-emc-p...@majordomo.ieee.org [mailto:owner-emc-p...@majordomo.ieee.org]On Behalf Of David Heald Sent: Thursday, February 28, 2002 2:44 PM To: emc-p...@majordomo.ieee.org Subject

RE: Using PCB traces as transient voltage suppressor

2002-02-20 Thread Scott Lacey
who hears this. It may be perceived as a component failure. If cost allows I would recommend using a gas-filled discharge device instead. These are very predictable and repeatable, degrade much more slowly, and are much quieter. Scott Lacey -Original Message- From: owner-emc-p

RE: Zero Crossing Question

2002-01-21 Thread Scott Lacey
resolving an issue that only occurs with one vendor's part. Just one man's opinion, Scott Lacey Simplicate, don't complicate! -Original Message- From: owner-emc-p...@majordomo.ieee.org [mailto:owner-emc-p...@majordomo.ieee.org]On Behalf Of Bouse, John Sent: Monday, January 21, 2002 9:20 AM

RE: HiPot testing of DC mains powered products

2001-11-07 Thread Scott Lacey
Chris, In my opinion you should perform the test with the cable that you ship. Your explanation for the second scenario states exactly why this should be done. Scott Lacey -Original Message- From: owner-emc-p...@majordomo.ieee.org [mailto:owner-emc-p...@majordomo.ieee.org]On Behalf

RE: EMC test table construction plans

2001-11-03 Thread Scott Lacey
bearing, try this test - turn one table upside down on top of an identical table, rotate the top table, and then try rotating the table with a coworker standing on it. If you find too much friction apply some automotive paste wax. Scott Lacey -Original Message- From: owner-emc-p

RE: Fish paper

2001-10-26 Thread Scott Lacey
up in a pickerel. Scott Lacey -Original Message- From: owner-emc-p...@majordomo.ieee.org [mailto:owner-emc-p...@majordomo.ieee.org]On Behalf Of wo...@sensormatic.com Sent: Thursday, October 25, 2001 4:17 PM To: emc-p...@majordomo.ieee.org Subject: RE: Fish paper Let's hear

RE: skinny power cords.

2001-10-25 Thread Scott Lacey
Jim, It seems that some of the offshore manufactured cords are molded from melted Hershey bars! I am always very careful who I buy my cords from. Scott Lacey -Original Message- From: owner-emc-p...@majordomo.ieee.org [mailto:owner-emc-p...@majordomo.ieee.org]On Behalf Of Jim Eichner

MIL-STD for crimped terminals on wires?

2001-10-25 Thread Scott Lacey
To the group, Hopefully someone can tell me number of the MIL-STD ocument for crimped connections on wires? Even better if they referenced the web site where the standard could be downloaded. Thanks in advance. Scott Lacey --- This message is from

RE: high temperature circuit breaker

2001-10-21 Thread Scott Lacey
to be specified. They have additional damping to delay response time. Scott Lacey -Original Message- From: owner-emc-p...@majordomo.ieee.org [mailto:owner-emc-p...@majordomo.ieee.org]On Behalf Of Gary McInturff Sent: Friday, October 19, 2001 1:36 PM To: 'kristiaan.carpent...@alcatel.be'; emc-p

RE: Motor Drive Grounding Scheme

2001-10-19 Thread Scott Lacey
makes a snap judgement when confronted with something unfamiliar. It then becomes difficult for them to back down without losing face. I would suggest gently trying to convince the representative of the logic of your position. Scott Lacey -Original Message- From: owner-emc-p

RE: EMI trouble shoot inquiry

2001-10-16 Thread Scott Lacey
to read the pallet while the bombarders are off, and then disable the RFID system during the bombardment process. If the transponders actually are having garbage written to them by the bombarders you need to contact OMRON for help. Scott Lacey -Original Message- From: owner-emc-p

RE: Surges on shielded lines

2001-09-28 Thread Scott Lacey
be beefy (ie. heavy braid) to get a proper test. Scott Lacey -Original Message- From: owner-emc-p...@majordomo.ieee.org [mailto:owner-emc-p...@majordomo.ieee.org]On Behalf Of Dave Wilson Sent: Friday, September 28, 2001 1:29 PM To: 'emc-p...@ieee.org' Subject: Surges on shielded lines I'm

RE: EN 61000-3-3

2001-09-01 Thread Scott Lacey
the reference network is aquired (or built) the test is pretty straightforward. Best Regards, Scott Lacey Test Engineer (contract) EMC, Safety, Performance Verification -Original Message- From: owner-emc-p...@majordomo.ieee.org [mailto:owner-emc-p...@majordomo.ieee.org]On Behalf Of Joshua

RE: Medical application-Isolation voltage

2001-09-01 Thread Scott Lacey
more specific advice. Best Regards, Scott Lacey Test Engineer (contract) EMC, Safety, Performance Verification -Original Message- From: owner-emc-p...@majordomo.ieee.org [mailto:owner-emc-p...@majordomo.ieee.org]On Behalf Of Ron Sent: Wednesday, August 29, 2001 11:26 AM To: EMC Subject

RE: Manufacturing Hipot Testing

2001-08-17 Thread Scott Lacey
separately (for diagnostic purposes) if the test failed. Scott Lacey -Original Message- From: owner-emc-p...@majordomo.ieee.org [mailto:owner-emc-p...@majordomo.ieee.org]On Behalf Of don_macart...@selinc.com Sent: Friday, August 17, 2001 2:13 PM To: emc-p...@majordomo.ieee.org Subject

RE: current carrying conductors

2001-08-17 Thread Scott Lacey
with its own star washer and nut. The stack up would be: Ring lug #1, star washer, nut, ring lug #2, star washer, nut. The screw or stud must be long enough for the top nut to have full thread engagement. Hope this is of help. Scott Lacey -Original Message- From: owner-emc-p

Useful Typing Shortcuts

2001-06-13 Thread Scott Lacey
To the group, While the thread Re:Typing Shortcuts is quite interesting and entertaining, there is a typing shortcut that is very useful when typing test reports. Instead of repeatedly typing some long title such as Really Big Widget you just type RBW throughout the report. Later you you use the

RE: Capacitor Discharge Test

2001-05-11 Thread Scott Lacey
Joe, The situation which you describe is absolutely a failure. If you doubt this (and I am not trying to be flip) try using two fingers (OF THE SAME HAND!) instead of the meter. This is what your customers might experience. If you have that much capacitance to hold a charge at that level after

RE: AC Power Primer?

2001-05-04 Thread Scott Lacey
to detect blown diodes that way. Scott Lacey -Original Message- From: owner-emc-p...@ieee.org [mailto:owner-emc-p...@ieee.org]On Behalf Of rbus...@es.com Sent: Wednesday, May 02, 2001 4:31 PM To: emc-p...@majordomo.ieee.org Subject: AC Power Primer? I am in the process of assisting our

RE: Decoupling Capacitors

2001-01-27 Thread Scott Lacey
rescued by careful layouts. Again, Thank You Chris for taking the time to relate this experience to us. Scott Lacey -Original Message- From: owner-emc-p...@ieee.org [mailto:owner-emc-p...@ieee.org]On Behalf Of Chris Maxwell Sent: Friday, January 26, 2001 9:38 AM To: 'EMC-PSTC Internet Forum

RE: OATS Turntable Canopy

2000-12-27 Thread Scott Lacey
. Metallic fillings will cause problems. (A neat trick from the crystal radio builders, who can't tolerate losses in PVC coil forms.) Scott Lacey -Original Message- From: owner-emc-p...@ieee.org [mailto:owner-emc-p...@ieee.org]On Behalf Of Lichtenstein, Ross Sent: Tuesday, December 26, 2000 4:08

RE: Cell phones and humans

2000-09-24 Thread Scott Lacey
. In some cases touching an earthed piece of metal with the free hand was enough to cause dramatic change in signal quality. Scott Lacey -Original Message- From: owner-emc-p...@ieee.org [mailto:owner-emc-p...@ieee.org]On Behalf Of Roncone Paolo Sent: Saturday, September 23, 2000 6:19 PM To: 'emc-p

RE: Logo for Ventilation Hole

2000-09-04 Thread Scott Lacey
shutdown device such as a bimetal, thermal fuse, or PTC thermistor. All coffemakers, portable hair dryers, and similar devices include them. If you do not, you run the risk of major lawsuits, especially in the U.S. market. If a child becomes injured the financial penalties could be massive. Scott

RE: UL Acceptance of On-Line Manuals

2000-07-28 Thread Scott Lacey
personnel and technically savvy customers. Scott Lacey P.S. Disclosure: I have no financial interest in Adobe Systems or any other software company. I just like the product! -Original Message- From: owner-emc-p...@ieee.org [mailto:owner-emc-p...@ieee.org]On Behalf Of marti

RE: 8591EM monitor output

2000-07-24 Thread Scott Lacey
Modulator. It is about 3 x 5 x 1, with an attached (120V) line cord, and a switch to select CH3/CH4. Scott Lacey -Original Message- From: owner-emc-p...@ieee.org [mailto:owner-emc-p...@ieee.org]On Behalf Of Jim Bacher Sent: Monday, July 24, 2000 3:42 PM To: Bailey; Jeff; 'emc-pstc' Subject

RE: PDF file copy method

2000-07-20 Thread Scott Lacey
. Just a thought. Scott Lacey At 01:59 PM 7/17/2000 -0700, Barry Ma wrote: Hi, When reading an EMC article in PDF file, I sometimes want to copy a couple of sentences or paragraph to my MS WORD document. Most of times I failed. But a few times I could do it. I don't know why. Do you have

RE: Radiated Immunity

2000-07-12 Thread Scott Lacey
issues. I think the author was working at H-P when he wrote the article. Sorry I can't remember where the article was published. Scott Lacey -Original Message- From: owner-emc-p...@ieee.org [mailto:owner-emc-p...@ieee.org]On Behalf Of John Juhasz Sent: Wednesday, July 12, 2000 11:25

RE: Are NTCs Safe to Use in Electrical Equipment

2000-07-11 Thread Scott Lacey
the bulbs failed with alarming frequency in our old shield room. Leaving the ventilation blower off reduced the failure rate. Fragile filaments hate to be shaken. Scott Lacey -Original Message- From: owner-emc-p...@ieee.org [mailto:owner-emc-p...@ieee.org]On Behalf Of Jim Eichner Sent: Monday

RE: 61000-4-8 Ground Plane

2000-06-17 Thread Scott Lacey
that dangerous potential differences could be created by the very strong power-frequency magnetic fields used. Naturally, the GRP must be of non magnetic material to prevent it from shunting some of the magnetic flux. Scott Lacey -Original Message- From: owner-emc-p...@ieee.org [mailto:owner-emc-p

RE: 1-10GHz source

2000-06-07 Thread Scott Lacey
input. These disconnect the battery from the load when the (dc)plug is inserted. 5.5 by 2.5 mm is one of the more common sizes in use. Scott Lacey Contract Engineer (EMC, Safety, Product Development) sco...@world.std.com (I have transferred my address for the emc-pstc to my personal email address