Reliable EMC testing is essential in demanding military and security-related applications. The MIL-STD-462 standard describes measurement procedures for electromagnetic emission and interference testing, which are considered an integral part of many MIL-STD-461 requirements.

As an experienced EMC testing centre, EMCC competently performs all MIL-STD-462 measurement procedures — whether in our shielded rooms or during on-site assignments worldwide.

Origin: MIL-STD-462 was originally intended as a separate standard for EMC measurement methods, but was later integrated into MIL-STD-461 or considered part of it.

Relationship to MIL-STD-461: newer versions often already include the measurement methods (depending on the version).

Example measurement methods:
• Measurement of conducted emissions (e.g. ‘conducted emissions’)
• Measurement of radiated emissions (e.g. ‘radiated emissions’)

1. Ensuring compliance with emission requirements
   Devices must keep electrical interference emissions within defined limits so that other systems are not disrupted.
    

2. Integration into MIL-STD-461
   Many tenders and system requirements stipulate that associated measurement procedures (originally defined in MIL-STD-462) must be fulfilled.
    

3. Early detection of design problems
   Early measurements allow disruptive emission sources in the design to be identified and corrected before costly changes become necessary.
    

4. Verifiability & audits
   The measurement results serve as evidence for clients, testing authorities and in certification processes.

• Military electronic modules and subsystems

• Communication equipment (radio devices, data links)

• Control and guidance systems

• Vehicles, drones (UAVs)

• Avionics/aircraft systems

• Power supply and on-board networks in military platforms

Would you like to have your device tested according to MIL-STD-461 or receive early advice on EMC compliance? Contact us!

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