10 Factors in selecting an EMC Antenna
Webinar - "The 10 Factors You Need to Consider When Selecting an EMC Antenna"
Overview:
The antenna is one of the least understood components in an EMC test instrumentation set-up, and a poor choice of antenna(s) can lead to multiple problems including erroneous test data, failed tests, lengthy or difficult test procedures, and challenges with repeatability. Useful to beginners and the more experienced alike, this webinar, presented by AH Systems, guides you through the key parameters that need to be considered when selecting an EMC test antenna. Attendees will also receive a handy check list for practical future reference.
References:
EMC Antenna selection Handy Checklist
Boosting Weak Emissions Measurements
VSWR explained
VSWR vs. Returned Power VSWR Cheat sheet
Antenna Factor Concept
Antenna Factor Calculation
EMC Live
Tom Mullineaux
Speaker:
An author and RF Engineer, Mullineaux has been in the EMC industry for 20 years,
both as a supplier to the industry, and as a hands on program manager, achieving
EMC compliance for new products. Mullineaux received his degree in electrical and
electronic engineering from Portsmouth University, England, and is a prolific writer
of EMC related articles, with all articles having a strong slant towards the
engineering basics behind the tests. He has given many IEEE society presentations,
most looking at the physics behind today's commercial, automotive and MIL-STD tests.
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Additional Resource
Antenna Beamwidth Coverage Calculations
This tool will calculate the maximum coverage that the antenna will cover from a specified distance and antenna's half-power beamwidth. [more...]
Product Showcase
Double Ridge Guide Horn Antenna
- 170 MHz to 3 GHz
- Precision machined, Rugged Construction
- High Power Input Capability
High gain, low VSWR, input handling capability up to 800 watts CW, and rugged design make this horn antenna excellent for both immunity and emissions testing.
Contact Details
A.H. Systems, inc.
9710 Cozycroft Ave.
Chatsworth, CA 91311
P: (818) 998-0223
F: (818) 998-6892
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