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ESD Air Discharge Testing
Applied Technical Services performs ESD air discharge testing to verify compliance with electrostatic discharge standards set by the Radio Technical Commission for Aeronautics and Federal Aviation Administration.
Electrostatic Discharge
Electrostatic discharge, also known as ESD, is caused by two electrically charged objects coming into close proximity or contact with each other. The different charges result in an exchange of electrons, ultimately leading to electrostatic discharge. Air electrostatic discharge does not require physical contact and can result in the transfer of thousands of volts of static electricity. Electrostatic discharge is capable of damaging sensitive electronic parts and can lead to device malfunction and even failure. Aircraft must undergo comprehensive ESD testing to maintain compliance with industry standards established by the RTCA and FAA.
ESD Air Discharge Testing and EMI/EMC
Electrostatic air discharge testing is required to verify electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and electromagnetic interference (EMI) standards such as RTCA-DO-160. Applied Technical Services performs EMI and EMC testing in accordance with the following RTCA-DO-160 sections:
- 15: Magnetic Effect
- 16: Power Input (28 VDC and 115 VAC 400Hz)
- 17: Voltage Spike
- 18: Audio Frequency Conducted Susceptibility
- 19: Induced Signal Susceptibility
- 20: Radio Frequency Susceptibility Conducted
- 21: Emission of Radio Frequency Energy Conducted and Radiated
- 22: Lightning Induced Transient Susceptibility (Up to Level 3)
- 25: Electrostatic Discharge
Applied Technical Services
Founded in 1967, Applied Technical Services has the experience and resources to ensure the highest level of customer satisfaction in industrial testing across several fields and disciplines. Our new, state-of-the-art electrical testing facility is staffed by the industry’s premier ESD air discharge testing experts. ATS’ certified ESD testing professionals utilize innovative technologies to provide accurate results while reducing client costs, striving to provide the best value to the nation’s leading automotive, aerospace, and nuclear companies that we work with on a daily basis. Applied Technical Services is ISO/IEC 17025 accredited by the A2LA and ISO 9001:2015 registered. Contact us today to schedule your next ESD testing services.
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