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Introduction to EMC Testing for Household Appliances
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EU CE-EMC
With the rapid development of society, the number and variety of household appliances continue to increase to meet growing consumer needs. Household appliances have become essential products in every household. In the same power grid, multiple appliances often operate simultaneously. The interference signals generated by each appliance may affect nearby devices, potentially causing malfunctions, damage, and safety hazards. Therefore, the electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) of household appliances is essential and receiving increasing attention.
The electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) of household appliances includes electromagnetic interference (EMI) and electromagnetic immunity (EMS).
To ensure the safe and normal operation of household appliances, the European Union has implemented EMC regulations for these products. They must comply with applicable EMC standards and bear the CE marking before being sold in the European market.
Note: Countries where the CE marking is valid: European Economic Area (EEA), including the 27 European Union member states, Germany, Liechtenstein, Iceland, and Norway.
EMC The household appliance products subject to certification include:
Electric kettles, electric water heaters, meat slicers, juicers, juice extractors, microwave ovens, solar water heaters, household electric fans, dish sterilizers, air-conditioner compressors, electric freezers, range hoods, gas water heaters, and more.
European home appliance EMC standards mainly include the following:
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EMC Standard |
Test Content |
Test Method |
Requirements |
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EN 55014-1 |
RE Radiation interference |
EN 55014-1:2017 |
30-230 MHz: 40 dB ； 230-1000MHz:47dB |
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CE Conducted interference |
EN 55014-1:2017 |
0.15-0.5 MHz: 66~56 dB ( Quasi-peak), 59–46 dB (average); 0.5-5MHz:56dB( Quasi-peak), 46 dB (average); 5-30MHz:60dB( Quasi-peak, 50 dB (average) |
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EN 61000-3-2 |
Harmonic Harmonic current interference |
EN/IEC 61000-3-2:2019 |
A For the standards of this type of product, please refer to Appendix 1. |
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EN 61000-3-3 |
Flicker Voltage Fluctuations and Flicker |
EN 61000-3-3:2013 |
EN61000-3-3:2013 |
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EN 55014-2 |
RS Radiation immunity |
EN 61000-4-3:2006+A1:2008+A2:2010 |
3 V/m, 1 kHz, 80% AM , Grade A |
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CS Conducted immunity (150 kHz–80 MHz) |
EN 61000-4-6:2014 |
3V/emf,1kHz80%AM , Grade A |
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ESD Electrostatic immunity |
EN 61000-4-2:2009 |
Contact discharge: ±4 kV; air discharge: ±8 kV, Class B. |
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EFT Electrical transient pulse group immunity |
EN 61000-4-4:2012 |
Signal and control ports: 0.5 kV; AC power port: 1 kV |
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Surge Surge (impulse) immunity |
EN 61000-4-5:2014 |
Line-to-line: 1 kV; Line-to-ground: 2 kV |
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Dips Immunity to voltage sags, short-duration interruptions, and voltage variations |
EN 61000-4-11:2004 |
0%,40%,70%ofUT |
Appendix 1:A Harmonic standards for product categories
Radiation Interference Test Procedure
ESD Electrostatic Immunity Test Equipment
In addition to the United States, other countries and regions also have corresponding regulations for electronic products. EMC Requirements, SATISFY Can provide services in various countries around the world. EMC Testing Services:
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Country / Region |
Authentication |
Test Requirements |
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International CISPR/IEC |
CISPR 14-1 , IEC 61000-3-2, IEC 61000-3-3, CISPR 14-2 |
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Europe CE |
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EN55014-1 , EN55014-2, EN61000-3-3, EN61000-3-2 |
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United States FCC |
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CFR title 47 part 15 |
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Canada IC |
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ICES-003 |
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Australia / New Zealand RCM/C-Tick |
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AS/NZS CISPR 14.1:2021 |
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China CCC |
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GB 4343.1 , GB 4343.2 |
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South Korea KCC/MSIP |
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CISRP 14-1 : 2016, KN 14-1, CISRP 14-2: 2015, KN 14-2 |
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Japan PSE/VCCI |
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CISRP 14-1 :2005+A1:2008, J55014-1(H27) |
Appendix: Home Appliances EMC Standard / Test Method Summary
EN/IEC 55014-1: Electromagnetic compatibility - Requirements for household appliances, electric tools and similar apparatus - Part 1: Emission
EN/IEC 55014-2: Electromagnetic compatibility - Requirements for household appliances, electric tools and similar apparatus - Part 2: Immunity
EN/IEC 61000-3-2: Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 3-2: Limits - Limits for harmonic current emissions (equipment input current ≤ 16 A per phase)
EN/IEC 61000-3-3: Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 3-3: Limits - Limitation of voltage changes, voltage fluctuations and flicker in public low-voltage supply systems, for equipment with rated current ≤ 16 A per phase and not subject to conditional connection
EN/IEC 61000-4-2: Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 4-2: Testing and measurement techniques - Electrostatic discharge immunity test
EN/IEC 61000-4-3: Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 4-3: Testing and measurement techniques - Radiated, radio-frequency, electromagnetic field immunity test
EN/IEC 61000-4-4: Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 4-4: Testing and measurement techniques - Electrical fast transient/burst immunity test
EN/IEC 61000-4-5: Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 4-5: Testing and measurement techniques - Surge immunity test
EN/IEC 61000-4-11: Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 4-11: Testing and measurement techniques - Voltage dips, short interruptions and voltage variations immunity tests for equipment with input current up to 16 A per phase
CISPR 14-1: Electromagnetic compatibility - Requirements for household appliances, electric tools and similar apparatus - Part 1: Emission
CISPR 14-2: Electromagnetic compatibility - Requirements for household appliances, electric tools and similar apparatus - Part 2: Immunity
CFR Title 47 Part 15: Radio Frequency Devices
ICES-003: Information Technology Equipment (including Digital Apparatus)
AS/NZS CISPR 14.1: Electromagnetic compatibility - Requirements for household appliances, electric tools and similar apparatus - Part 1: Emission
GB 4343.1: Electromagnetic compatibility - Requirements for household appliances, electric tools and similar apparatus - Part 1: Emission
GB 4343.2: Electromagnetic compatibility - Requirements for household appliances, electric tools and similar apparatus - Part 2: Immunity
KN 14-1: Electromagnetic compatibility - Requirements for household appliances, electric tools and similar apparatus - Part 1: Emission
KN 14-2: Electromagnetic compatibility - Requirements for household appliances, electric tools and similar apparatus - Part 2: Immunity
J55014-1(H27): Electromagnetic compatibility - Requirements for household appliances, electric tools and similar apparatus - Part 1: Emission
Home Appliances LVD Test
Since household appliances fall under the Low Voltage Directive (LVD), the European Union regulates these products not only through EMC requirements but also through LVD requirements. The directive includes safety rules and protection measures against hazards caused by mechanical factors.
SATISFY provides professional EMC certification services for home appliance products to ensure safe and compliant market access in Europe and major markets. Please contact SATISFY customer service for more information.
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