RE: EMC immunity requirements for medical device in Canada?

On 5/29/2008, Ronald Wellman wrote: The following web page lists recognized standards: http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/dhp-mps/md-im/s andards-normes/md_rec_stand_im_norm_lst_2_e.html Hi Ron: Thanks. In reviewing the information at this link, I conclude the following: 1)

Re: EMC immunity requirements for medical device in Canada?

In message 6.1.0.6.2.20080529000823.038a8...@pop.randolph-telecom.com, dated Thu, 29 May 2008, Joe Randolph j...@randolph-telecom.com writes: I am looking at a device that is used in the home for monitoring various medical parameters (such as blood pressure).  This device uploads data to a

Re: EMC immunity requirements for medical device in Canada?

On 5/30/2008, John Woodgate wrote: Is the modem a separate piece of equipment? What I'm thinking of is the problem of combining access to the POTS network, regarded as an unintentional lightning conductor, with a medical device that contacts the patient. I mean, the patient touching the

Re: EMC immunity requirements for medical device in Canada?

In message 6.1.0.6.2.20080530132152.038ae...@pop.randolph-telecom.com, dated Fri, 30 May 2008, Joe Randolph j...@randolph-telecom.com writes: 1) How long has IEC 60601 called out EMC immunity for medical devices? As far as I remember, from the beginning. I did some unofficial editing work on

Re: EMC immunity requirements for medical device in Canada?

On 5/30/2008, John Woodgate wrote: I don't know, but it would not be surprising, and the Canadian events suggest so. Some medical equipment uses high powers, even high-power RF (for electrocautery), and other equipment is extremely sensitive, so immunity is a big issue. Hi John:

Re: EMC immunity requirements for medical device in Canada?

Hi Joe, I believe the device could fall under Medical but also would need CSO3 Approval for the modem portion. I suggest you contact Garry Lee at Global Advantage in Toronto as he tests medical products. Regards, Kevin Keegan Senior Associate KES Associates 1 Stonecroft Terrace Kanata,

RE: EMC immunity requirements for medical device in Canada?

The following web page lists recognized standards: http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/dhp-mps/md-im/st ndards-normes/md_rec_stand_im_norm_lst_2_e.html where the following apply to EMC: IEC 60601-1-2 Ed. 2.0, Ed. 2.1 : 2004-11-01 Medical electrical equipment – Part 1-2: General requirements for safety –

RE: EMC immunity requirements for medical device in Canada?

To: Joe Randolph; Emc-Pstc Subject: RE: EMC immunity requirements for medical device in Canada? The following web page lists recognized standards: http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/dhp-mps/md-im/s andards-normes/md_rec_stand_im_norm_lst_2_e.html