Radio Equipment Directive - In Compliance Magazine

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The Radio Equipment Directive (RED) (2014/53/EU) ensures a Single Market for radio equipment by setting essential requirements for safety and health, electromagnetic compatibility, and the efficient use of the radio spectrum. It applies to all products using the radio frequency spectrum and has been applicable since June 13, 2016. A 1-year transitional period between this Directive and the now-repealed Radio and Telecommunication Terminal Equipment (R&TTE) Directive (1999/5/EC) ended on June 12, 2017.

Do Classical Calculations of Induction Due to Nearby Lightning Give Misleading Results?
Why the effects of nearby lightning might be over-estimated, or in some cases underestimated, and how to get more realistic estimates.
Reproducibility of CISPR 25 ALSE Test Method
Accredited test laboratories, complying with the requirements of ISO/IEC 17025 have to evaluate measurement uncertainty.
S-parameters and EMI Filter Response
S-parameters are very useful to evaluate, understand, and optimize the response of your filters. If you are unfamiliar with this typical tool for RF engineers, this column is for you.
The CE Marking as your Products’ Passport for the European Market
The CE marking is also called a “product’s passport” for the markets within the European Economic Area (EU Member States plus Liechtenstein, Iceland and Norway) and in Turkey. It is the first indication that a product complies with the requirements under European Product Law.
New Requirements for MOVs Used for Surge Suppression on AC Mains Ports
It is a common misconception that any product that complies with IEC 60950-1 will also comply with IEC 62368-1. A key goal of this article is to help readers of IEC 62368-1 understand the underlying safety concerns that the new requirements are trying to address.

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Radio Equipment Directive [RED]