FCC Application and FCC Certification Process FCC Testing & Certification FCC ID Testing & Certification BCTC Testing

FCC Application and FCC Certification Process FCC Testing & Certification FCC ID Testing & Certification BCTC Testing

What Products Require an FCC Certificate?
All radio frequency (rf) equipment sold or distributed in the U.S. must go through testing to ensure they are compliant with the FFC standards under the EMC directive. The testing limits the intentional and unintentional electromagnetic radiation emitted from rf equipment to ensure all users are safe. Compliance Testing can help your company get an FCC certificate for various types of rf emitting devices such as:

• Wireless local area networking equipment
• Radio and telecommunications terminal equipment
• Blue tooth devices
• Walkie-talkies

• Mobile phones
• Electronic products
• Cordless telephones
• Remote control transmitters
• Power adapters
• Electromagnetic compatibility products

• Equipment and protective systems intended for use in potentially explosive
• Telecommunication equipment
• IT equipment
• Walkie talkies

What is an FCC ID?

An FCC ID is a unique code assigned to all devices subject to FCC regulation. Devices that get an FCC ID range from smartphones and laptops to more specialized electrical equipment, such as medical devices and industrial machinery that emit radio frequency (RF) energy.

The FCC, an independent United States government agency, oversees and manages the use of the electromagnetic spectrum to verify that consumer and industrial devices comply with clearly defined standards to stop harmful interference.

A device’s FCC ID serves several purposes. First, it assures consumers that the device they’re purchasing has been tested and complies with federal guidelines for radio frequency exposure and electromagnetic emissions.

This provides assurance that the device won’t cause EMI, which can affect the functionality of other devices and cause issues such as lost signal, measurement issues, and even damage to devices.

Second, a device’s FCC ID facilitates easier identification and tracking of products, allowing the FCC to verify that the device is compliant with all relevant regulations.

How FCC ID Codes Work

Each FCC ID is comprised of two elements: a Grantee Code and a Product Code. The Grantee Code is a three to five character alphanumeric code that’s assigned by the FCC to an electronic device manufacturer after their first device approval.

The Product Code, on the other hand, is determined by the manufacturer and can be as long as 14 characters. This section of the FCC ID is used to uniquely identify a specific product model.

How to Get an FCC ID for Your Device

Getting an FCC ID for your electronic device is a key step towards achieving FCC compliance and gaining market access in the United States.

Below, you can find a simplified overview of the process of getting an FCC ID for your device:

Determine if Your Device Needs an FCC ID

The first step is understanding whether your device falls under the FCC’s jurisdiction and needs an FCC ID.

Generally, if your device uses radio frequency energy, connects to a communication network, or contains digital components that have the potential to interfere with radio or TV communication, it requires FCC certification.

Understand the FCC Rules

Different electronic devices are subject to the various FCC rules, which are grouped into parts. For example, FCC Part 15 covers most consumer electronic devices, while FCC Part18 deals with industrial, scientific and medical equipment. FCC Part15B-H, 18, 20, 22, 24, 25, 27, 30, 73, 74, 80, 87, 90, 95, 96, 97, 101.

Familiarizing yourself with the rules that apply to your device during the early design stages is an easy, effective way to develop for compliance from the beginning.

FCC ID Preparation Technical Documents:

User’s Manual

Operational Description

Block Diagrams
Schematics
ID / Label Locations
Antenna Information

BOM

BCTC Testing Lab qualification: