Does my product need FCC certification?

Does my product need FCC certification?

In general, FCC certification is required for any electronic device that can oscillate above 9 kHz. Manufacturers must make sure that their products will neither interfere with other products nor cause risk and harm to the public.

How do I get my product FCC certified?

The FCC Certification process will typically follow these steps:

1. Step 1 – Choose a radio frequency and design equipment.
2. Step 2 – Tests during development.
3. Step 3 – Register with FCC.
4. Step 4 – Compliance test.
5. Step 5 – Test report.
6. Step 6 – Documentation.
7. Step 7 – Certification & Filing.

Do FCC certifications expire?

A certification for the US market is handled by a so-called Telecommunication Body (TCB) and the approval is considered to be permanent and thus does not expire. This means that a completely unaltered product does not need to be recertified.

How long does it take for FCC approval?

between 8-12 weeks
The FCC certification period should take between 8-12 weeks. To make this process quick, FCC has permitted many private companies to issue these certifications. In the same vein, Telecommunication Certifications Body (TCB) hastens the process, and you get your certification in 1-2 weeks.

How long is FCC certification good for?

These licenses may be renewed from ninety (90) days prior to the end of their term up until five years following expiration without having to re-take an examination. After the five-year grace period expires, applicants must retake the requisite written and/or telegraphy examination(s).

Is Bluetooth an intentional radiator?

INTENTIONAL RADIATORS (Part 15, Subparts C through F and H) Examples include: wireless garage door openers, wireless microphones, RF universal remote control devices, cordless telephones, wireless alarm systems, Wi-Fi transmitters, and Bluetooth radio devices.

What is FCC test?

When an electronic device has an FCC certificate, it means the product has been tested to comply with FCC standards and it has been approved. An FCC certification does not imply that the product is safe or durable. It simply means that it meets regulated limits for ionizing radiation.

Do you need FCC certification for intentional radiator?

If you are looking for additional guidance on if your device is considered an intentional radiator and requires an FCC certification a great starting point is to review 47 CFR Part 15 – RADIO FREQUENCY DEVICES which outlines which devices will require FCC certification testing. What is a licensed intentional radiator?

Do you need FCC certification under Part 15?

Many of our clients ask for an “FCC Certification” when in fact their product really only requires an FCC SDoC Under Part 15. So the first question to lead up to the cost of your required FCC testing is first to define what type of testing you need.

What kind of device is an intentional radiator?

Intentional radiators – These devices – including Bluetooth and WiFi transmitters – communicate using radio waves at low power. All devices that transmit radio waves (and some that merely reflect them) are subject to the FCC’s requirements. Hotspots, wireless headphones, and wearables that connect to mobile phones are intentional radiators.

What is the instruction manual for an unintentional radiator?

For devices approved under Part 15, the user’s manual or instruction manual for an intentional or unintentional radiator shall caution the user about changes or modifications to the device.