Surge Generator calibration provides Open Circuit and Short Circuit waveform data that is compared to the requirements listed in IEC 61000-4-5, basic standard.

The table shown below describes our scope of accreditation for surge generator calibrations:

Open Circuit

Parameter/EquipmentRangeBest Uncertainty (±)Comments
Voltage(0 to 4) kV4.3%IEC 61000-4-5
Front Time1.2 μs ± 30 %4.4%IEC 61000-4-5
Duration Time50 μs ± 20 %4.3%IEC 61000-4-5

Short Circuit

Parameter/EquipmentRangeBest Uncertainty (±)Comments
Current(12.5 to 100) A4.3%IEC 61000-4-5
Front Time8 μs ± 20 %4.4%IEC 61000-4-5
Duration Time20 μs ± 20 %4.3%IEC 61000-4-5