BS EN/IEEE 62704-2:2017

Comprehensive Standard for Determining SAR of Human Exposure to RF Fields

BS EN/IEEE 62704-2:2017 is a critical standard that provides a comprehensive framework for determining the specific absorption rate (SAR) of human exposure to radio frequency (RF) electromagnetic fields from wireless devices. This standard is essential for ensuring the safety and compliance of a wide range of wireless technologies, from mobile phones to medical implants.

Key Features and Benefits:

• Compliance with International Regulations: This standard aligns with the latest international regulations and guidelines, including those set by the International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) and the IEEE International Committee on Electromagnetic Safety (ICES).
• Accurate SAR Measurement: The standard outlines detailed procedures and requirements for accurately measuring the SAR of wireless devices, ensuring that the results are reliable and reproducible.
• Comprehensive Test Methodology: The standard covers a wide range of test scenarios, including different device positions, exposure conditions, and measurement techniques, to ensure a thorough evaluation of the device's compliance.
• Harmonized Approach: By providing a harmonized approach to SAR measurement, this standard helps to ensure consistency and comparability of results across different testing laboratories and regions.
• Safeguarding Human Health: Accurate SAR measurement is crucial for ensuring that wireless devices comply with safety limits and do not pose a risk to human health, particularly in sensitive areas such as medical implants and children's devices.

Ensuring the Safety and Compliance of Wireless Devices

In today's increasingly connected world, the use of wireless technologies is ubiquitous, from smartphones and tablets to medical devices and industrial equipment. However, the exposure of the human body to RF electromagnetic fields from these devices has raised concerns about potential health effects.

BS EN/IEEE 62704-2:2017 addresses these concerns by providing a robust and reliable framework for measuring the SAR of wireless devices. The standard covers a wide range of test scenarios, including different device positions, exposure conditions, and measurement techniques, to ensure a comprehensive evaluation of the device's compliance with safety limits.

Key Technical Specifications:

• Frequency Range: The standard covers the frequency range from 100 kHz to 6 GHz, encompassing a wide variety of wireless technologies, including cellular networks, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and medical implants.
• Phantom Models: The standard specifies the use of standardized phantom models, which are physical representations of the human body, to simulate real-world exposure conditions.
• Measurement Techniques: The standard outlines various measurement techniques, including the use of electric field probes, SAR measurement systems, and numerical simulations, to ensure accurate and reliable results.
• Uncertainty Analysis: The standard includes detailed requirements for uncertainty analysis, ensuring that the measurement results are accompanied by a clear understanding of the associated uncertainties.

By adhering to the requirements of BS EN/IEEE 62704-2:2017, manufacturers, testing laboratories, and regulatory bodies can be confident that the safety and compliance of wireless devices are being thoroughly evaluated, safeguarding the health and well-being of users worldwide.