BS EN 62209-2:2010+A1:2019

Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Fields from Hand-held and Body-mounted Wireless Communication Devices

In today's world, where wireless communication devices are an integral part of our daily lives, understanding the impact of radio frequency (RF) fields on human health is crucial. The BS EN 62209-2:2010+A1:2019 standard provides comprehensive guidelines and procedures to assess the specific absorption rate (SAR) for wireless communication devices used in close proximity to the human body. This standard is essential for manufacturers, researchers, and regulatory bodies to ensure the safety and compliance of wireless devices.

Key Features of the Standard

• Standard Number: BS EN 62209-2:2010+A1:2019
• Pages: 122
• Released: July 31, 2019
• ISBN: 978 0 580 51126 4
• Status: Standard

Comprehensive Coverage

This standard covers a wide frequency range from 30 MHz to 6 GHz, making it applicable to a broad spectrum of wireless communication devices. Whether it's a smartphone, tablet, or any other body-mounted device, this standard provides the necessary framework to evaluate their RF exposure levels.

Human Models and Instrumentation

The BS EN 62209-2:2010+A1:2019 standard includes detailed human models and instrumentation guidelines to accurately measure SAR. These models are designed to simulate real-world scenarios, ensuring that the assessment reflects actual usage conditions. The standard also outlines the necessary instrumentation and calibration procedures to achieve precise and reliable measurements.

Procedures for SAR Determination

One of the core components of this standard is the procedure to determine the specific absorption rate (SAR). SAR is a critical metric that quantifies the rate at which the human body absorbs RF energy. The standard provides step-by-step procedures to measure SAR, ensuring consistency and accuracy across different devices and testing environments.

Ensuring Safety and Compliance

Compliance with the BS EN 62209-2:2010+A1:2019 standard is essential for manufacturers to ensure the safety of their products. By adhering to this standard, manufacturers can demonstrate that their devices meet the necessary safety requirements, providing peace of mind to consumers and regulatory bodies alike.

Why Choose BS EN 62209-2:2010+A1:2019?

This standard is not just a regulatory requirement; it is a commitment to safety and quality. By implementing the guidelines and procedures outlined in this standard, manufacturers can enhance the safety profile of their products, reduce the risk of non-compliance, and build trust with their customers.

Conclusion

The BS EN 62209-2:2010+A1:2019 standard is an indispensable resource for anyone involved in the design, testing, and regulation of wireless communication devices. Its comprehensive guidelines ensure that devices are safe for use in close proximity to the human body, protecting users from potential health risks associated with RF exposure. By investing in this standard, you are investing in the safety and well-being of your customers.

BS EN 62209-2:2010+A1:2019

This standard BS EN 62209-2:2010+A1:2019 Human exposure to radio frequency fields from hand-held and body-mounted wireless communication devices. Human models, instrumentation, and procedures is classified in these ICS categories:

• 33.050.10 Telephone equipment
• 17.220.20 Measurement of electrical and magnetic quantities

This part of IEC 62209 series is applicable to any wireless communication device capable of transmitting electromagnetic fields (EMF) intended to be used at a position near the human body, in the manner described by the manufacturer, with the radiating part(s) of the device at distances up to and including 200 mm from a human body, i.e. when held in the hand or in front of the face, mounted on the body, combined with other transmitting or non-transmitting devices or accessories (e.g. belt-clip, camera or Bluetooth add-on), or embedded in garments. For transmitters used in close proximity to the human ear, the procedures of IEC 62209-1:2005 are applicable. This standard is applicable for radio frequency exposure in the frequency range of 30 MHz to 6 GHz, and may be used to measure simultaneous exposures from multiple radio sources used in close proximity to human body. Definitions and evaluation procedures are provided for the following general categories of device types: body-mounted, body-supported, desktop, front-of-face, hand-held, laptop, limb-mounted, multi-band, push-to-talk, clothing-integrated. The types of devices considered include but are not limited to mobile telephones, cordless microphones, auxiliary broadcast devices and radio transmitters in personal computers. This International Standard gives guidelines for a reproducible and conservative measurement methodology for determining the compliance of wireless devices with the SAR limits. Because studies suggest that exclusion of features to represent a hand in human models constitutes a conservative case scenario for SAR in the trunk and the head, a representation of a hand is not included if the device is intended to be used next to the head or supported on or near the torso [73], [80]. This standard does not apply for exposures from transmitting or non-transmitting implanted medical devices. This standard does not apply for exposure from devices at distances greater than 200 mm away from the human body. IEC 62209-2 makes cross-reference to IEC 62209-1:2005 where complete clauses or subclauses apply, along with any changes specified.