Pre-Compliance Testing

Interference problems caught late in development can mean costly redesigns and certification delays. Don MacArthur walks through the PCB layout, grounding, and shielding strategies engineers need to tackle EMC challenges head-on—before they become showstoppers.

Learn the essentials of EMC troubleshooting for product designers with this introductory column from Kenneth Wyatt. It explains why EMC failures derail product launches, highlights core design challenges, and offers foundational resources to help engineers start diagnosing emissions and immunity issues directly on the bench.

Radiated emissions testing is a critical—and complex—step in EMC compliance. This practical guide walks engineers through preparation, equipment setup, and troubleshooting strategies to help identify and resolve emissions issues before they become costly certification failures.

This month's EMC Bench Notes reviews three affordable pre-compliance measurement software options that can simplify and automate the process of conducting in-house radiated emissions testing, saving time and costs compared to manual methods.

The rising number of electronic products on the market has led to an increased demand for electromagnetic compatibility testing.

Tektronix, a leading worldwide provider of measurement solutions, has introduced EMCVu, a new all-in-one solution...