EN 61000-4-17:1999/A1:2004
(Amendment)Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 4-17: Testing and measurement techniques - Ripple on d.c. input power port immunity test
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 4-17: Testing and measurement techniques - Ripple on d.c. input power port immunity test
Subclause 8.1.1 (Climatic conditions) and clause 9 (Evaluation of test results) have been amended. Contains a new clause 10 (Test report).
Elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit (EMV) - Teil 4-17: Prüf- und Meßverfahren - Prüfung der Störfestigkeit gegen Wechselanteile der Spannung an Gleichstrom-Netzanschlüssen
Compatibilité électromagnétique (CEM) - Partie 4-17: Techniques d'essai et de mesure - Essai d'immunité à l'ondulation résiduelle sur entrée de puissance à courant continu
Le paragraphe 8.1.1 (Conditions climatiques) et l'article 9 (Evaluation des résultats d'essai) ont été modifiés. Contient un nouvel article 10 (Rapport d'essai).
Elektromagnetna združljivost (EMC) - 4-17. del: Preskušanje in merilne tehnike - Preskušanje odpornosti proti valovitosti pri napajalnem vhodu za enosmerno napetost - Dopolnilo 1 (IEC 61000-4-17:1999/A1:2001)
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 18-May-2004
- Withdrawal Date
- 30-Apr-2007
- Technical Committee
- CLC/TC 210 - Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
- Drafting Committee
- IEC/SC 77A - IEC_SC_77A
- Parallel Committee
- IEC/SC 77A - IEC_SC_77A
- Current Stage
- 6060 - Document made available - Publishing
- Start Date
- 19-May-2004
- Completion Date
- 19-May-2004
Not Harmonized89/336/EEC - Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)
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Overview
EN 61000-4-17:1999/A1:2004 is a key European standard developed by CENELEC (CLC) that addresses electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) for electrical and electronic equipment. Specifically, it outlines the testing and measurement techniques required to assess the immunity of equipment to ripple on DC input power ports. Amendment 1, published in 2004, introduces significant clarifications and updates, particularly regarding climatic conditions for testing, evaluation of test results, and requirements for comprehensive test reporting.
This standard is essential for manufacturers and testing laboratories that need to verify the resilience of their products against electromagnetic disturbances on DC power supplies, helping ensure reliable operation in various environments.
Key Topics
Climatic Conditions for Testing
- The amendment specifies that laboratory climatic conditions must fall within the operational limits defined by manufacturers of both equipment under test (EUT) and testing apparatus.
- Testing is not permitted if relative humidity is so high that it causes condensation on the EUT or test equipment, as this can affect test integrity.
- If climatic conditions are believed to influence test outcomes, this should be communicated to the relevant standards committee.
Evaluation of Test Results
- Test results must be categorized based on the impact on EUT function or performance, measured against performance criteria set by the manufacturer, test requester, or an agreed standard.
- The categories include:
- Normal performance within specified limits.
- Temporary loss or degradation of function, resolved automatically.
- Temporary loss or degradation of function, requiring operator intervention.
- Irrecoverable loss or degradation (e.g., hardware or software damage, data loss).
- Manufacturers may define acceptable insignificant effects for their products.
Test Report Documentation
- The new clause mandates comprehensive test reporting to ensure repeatability and transparency. Required elements include:
- Details from the test plan.
- Identification of the EUT and test equipment (brand, type, serial numbers).
- Environmental details and any special testing conditions.
- Defined performance levels and criteria.
- Observations related to the EUT, both during and after disturbance.
- Basis for pass/fail decisions.
- Specific use conditions, such as cabling or shielding details.
- The new clause mandates comprehensive test reporting to ensure repeatability and transparency. Required elements include:
Applications
Product Certification and Compliance
- Manufacturers of electronic devices that operate on DC power must comply with EMC immunity standards like EN 61000-4-17 to satisfy European market requirements and enhance product reliability.
Testing Laboratories
- Accredited laboratories utilize this standard as a guideline for conducting uniform and reliable immunity tests on products, ensuring test results withstand regulatory scrutiny.
Product Development
- Engineering teams integrate the testing procedures and reporting guidelines defined in this standard to validate equipment resilience early in the design phase, reducing future compliance risks.
Agreement on Performance Criteria
- When no applicable generic or product-family standard exists, this standard provides a recognized framework for manufacturers and purchasers to agree on product performance under EMC disturbances.
Related Standards
- EN 61000-4 Series (EMC Testing and Measurement Techniques)
- EN 61000-4-2 (Electrostatic discharge immunity test)
- EN 61000-4-3 (Radiated RF electromagnetic field immunity test)
- EN 61000-4-4 (Electrical fast transient/burst immunity test)
- EN 61000-4-6 (Immunity to conducted disturbances)
- IEC 61000-4-17:1999/A1:2001
- International basis for the European amendment.
These related standards collectively ensure comprehensive EMC immunity testing for a variety of common electromagnetic disturbances, supporting effective product development and certification across different market sectors.
Keywords: electromagnetic compatibility, EMC, ripple immunity, DC power port, EN 61000-4-17, EMC testing, immunity standard, product certification, test report, climatic test conditions, CENELEC standard.
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Frequently Asked Questions
EN 61000-4-17:1999/A1:2004 is a amendment published by CLC. Its full title is "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 4-17: Testing and measurement techniques - Ripple on d.c. input power port immunity test". This standard covers: Subclause 8.1.1 (Climatic conditions) and clause 9 (Evaluation of test results) have been amended. Contains a new clause 10 (Test report).
Subclause 8.1.1 (Climatic conditions) and clause 9 (Evaluation of test results) have been amended. Contains a new clause 10 (Test report).
EN 61000-4-17:1999/A1:2004 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 33.100.20 - Immunity. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 61000-4-17:1999/A1:2004 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 1776:2015, EN 267:2020, EN 1776:2025, EN IEC 60255-26:2025, EN 61000-1-2:2016, EN 60947-4-2:2012, EN IEC 60268-3:2018, EN 60268-3:2013, EN IEC 60268-4:2018, EN IEC 61674:2024, EN 60947-4-3:2014, EN IEC 61226:2021, EN 61674:2013, EN 62340:2010, EN 60268-4:2014. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN 61000-4-17:1999/A1:2004 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 2004/108/EC, 2004/108/EU, 2014/30/EU, 89/336/EEC; Standardization Mandates: M/490. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
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Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI SIST EN 61000-4-
17:2001/A1:2004
STANDARD
september 2004
Elektromagnetna združljivost (EMC) - 4-17. del: Preskušanje in merilne
tehnike - Preskušanje odpornosti proti valovitosti pri napajalnem vhodu za
enosmerno napetost - Dopolnilo 1 (IEC 61000-4-17:1999/A1:2001)
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 4-17: Testing and measurement
techniques - Ripple on d.c. input power port immunity test - Amendment 1 (IEC
61000-4-17:1999/A1:2001)
ICS 33.100.20 Referenčna številka
© Standard je založil in izdal Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje ali kopiranje celote ali delov tega dokumenta ni dovoljeno
EUROPEAN STANDARD EN 61000-4-17/A1
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM May 2004
ICS 33.100.20
English version
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)
Part 4-17: Testing and measurement techniques –
Ripple on d.c. input power port immunity test
(IEC 61000-4-17:1999/A1:2001)
Compatibilité électromagnétique (CEM) Elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit (EMV)
Partie 4-17: Techniques d'essai Teil 4-17: Prüf- und Meßverfahren -
et de mesure – Prüfung der Störfestigkeit gegen
Essai d'immunité à l'ondulation résiduelle Wechselanteile der Spannung
sur entrée de puissance à courant continu an Gleichstrom-Netzanschlüssen
(CEI 61000-4-17:1999/A1:2001) (IEC 61000-4-17:1999/A1:2001)
This amendment A1 modifies the European Standard EN 61000-4-17:1999; it was approved by
CENELEC on 2004-05-01. CENELEC members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal
Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this amendment the status of a national standard without
any alteration.
Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such national standards may be obtained on
application to the Central Secretariat or to any CENELEC member.
This amendment exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language
made by translation under the responsibility of a CENELEC member into its own language and notified to the
Central Secretariat has the same status as the official versions.
CENELEC members are the national electrotechnical committees of Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Czech
Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia,
Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden,
Switzerland and United Kingdom.
CENELEC
European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization
Comité Européen de Normalisation Electrotechnique
Europäisches Komitee für Elektrotechnische Normung
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© 2004 CENELEC - All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved worldwide for CENELEC members.
Ref. No. EN 61000-4-17:1999/A1:2004 E
Foreword
The text of amendment 1:2001 to the International Standard IEC 61000-4-17:1999, prepared by
SC 77B, High frequency phenomena, of IEC TC 77, Electromagnetic compatibility, was submitted to
the Unique Acceptance Procedure and was approved by CENELEC as amendment A1 to
EN 61000-4-17:1999 on 2004-05-01 without any modification.
The following dates were fixed:
– latest date by which the amendment has to be implemented
at national level by publication of an identical
national standard or by endorsement (dop) 2005-05-01
– latest date by which the national standards conflicting
with the amendment have to be withdrawn (dow) 2007-05-01
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Endorsement notice
The text of amendment 1:2001 to the International Standard IEC 61000-4-17:1999 was approved by
CENELEC as an amendment to the European Standard without any modification.
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NORME CEI
INTERNATIONALE IEC
61000-4-17
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
AMENDEMENT 1
AMENDMENT 1
2001-07
PUBLICATION FONDAMENTALE EN CEM
BASIC EMC PUBLICATION
Amendement 1
Compatibilité électromagnétique (CEM) –
Partie 4-17:
Techniques d’essai et de mesure –
Essai d’immunité à l'ondulation résiduelle
sur entrée de puissance à courant continu
Amendment 1
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) –
Part 4-17:
Testing and measurement techniques –
Ripple on d.c. input power port immunity test
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