Electronic product CE certification testing

Providing a unified technical specification for products across various countries in the European market simplifies trade procedures. Any product entering the EU or EFTA must undergo CE certification and affix the CE mark. Thus, CE certification acts as a passport for products to enter the EU and EFTA markets. CE certification indicates that a product has met the safety requirements specified by EU directives, serving as a commitment from the enterprise to the consumer and increasing consumer trust in the product. Products bearing the CE mark will reduce the risk of being detained and inspected by customs, supervised by market surveillance authorities, or accused by competitors.

CE Certification - Certificate Types

1. Declaration of Conformity / Declaration of Compliance: Self-issued by the enterprise.

2. Certificate of Compliance / Certificate of Compliance: Issued by a third-party.

3. EC Attestation of Conformity: Issued by a Notified Body (NB) according to EU regulations; only an NB can issue an EC Type CE declaration.

Electronic and Electrical CE Certification Process:

1. Fill out the application form, confirming product name, model, quantity, and submit relevant product information.

2. Quotation and payment; review of the application form and certification documents.

3. If documents are approved, test the product and prepare a draft certificate.

4. Review the draft certificate; if modifications are needed, feedback for adjustments and reissue the draft.

5. Issuance of the certificate.

Preparation Materials for Electronic and Electrical CE Certification:

1. Certification application form (provided by us) (applicant's name, address, product name, model).

2. Product manual (usage instructions, emergency handling measures, and detailed technical parameters such as voltage, current, power).

3. Product explosion diagram (structural diagram), schematic diagram, circuit diagram (reflecting creepage distance, clearance, number of insulation layers, and thickness).

4. Component list (provided by us) (component name, manufacturer, product model, parameters).

5. Copies of whole machine and component certification (if valid, some tests may be exempt).

6. Explanation of differences for series models (explaining the differences between models to determine if they can be merged into one series).

7. Two working samples: one with the most complex structure and highest power, and one with the lowest power.

8. Copies of business license, production license, and organization code certificate.

9. Other necessary materials.

Note: All documents must be in English.

CE Certification Standards for Electronic Products:

Common electronic products undergoing CE certification typically follow the EMC Directive (2014/30/EU), LVD Directive (2014/35/EU), and Machinery Directive (2006/42/EU).

For ordinary DC products, the applicable directive is the EMC Directive (2014/30/EU). Common standards under the EMC Directive include:

- EN 55011: Industrial products.

- EN 50081-2: Emission standards.

- EN 50082-2: Immunity standards.

EMI/Electromagnetic Interference Tests:

- Conducted emission test: EN 55011.

- Radiated emission test: EN 55011.

EMS/Electromagnetic Susceptibility Tests:

- Conducted immunity test: EN 61000-4-6.

- Radiated immunity test: EN 61000-4-3.

- Electrostatic discharge immunity test: EN 61000-4-2.

- Fast transient burst immunity test: EN 61000-4-4.

- Power frequency magnetic field immunity test: EN 61000-4-8.

- Surge immunity test: EN 61000-4-5.

- Voltage dips and interruptions immunity test: EN 61000-4-11.

Other Relevant Standards:

- EN 55013: For broadcast receivers and associated equipment.

- EN 55014: For household appliances and portable tools.

- EN 55015: For lighting equipment.

For devices operating at AC 50-1000V or DC 75-1500V, in addition to the EMC directive, the LVD directive (safety requirements) is also applicable. Common standards under the LVD directive include:

- Household products: EN 60335.

- Lighting products: EN 60598.

- Audio-visual products: EN 60065.

- Information products: EN 60950.

- Electrical machinery: EN 60204.

- Measuring instruments: EN 61010.

For products classified as machinery, the MD directive (mechanical safety requirements) applies. Common standards under the MD directive include:

- EN ISO 12100:2010.

- EN 60204-1:2006+A1:2009+AC:2010.

Factors Influencing CE Certification Costs for Electronic Products:

The cost of CE certification mainly depends on the chosen certification body and relevant product directives. Different products have varied testing requirements. Common categories include EMC and LVD directives, while machinery product certification costs are significantly higher due to factory audits and evaluations. Some products require only LVD certification, but clients might specify EMC certification, leading to cost differences. CE certification ensures that products can freely circulate in the EU market, requiring compliance with all relevant directives before applying the CE mark. Electrical product CE certification generally requires LVD, EMC, and possibly machinery directives, thus varying the costs based on customer requirements and product specifics.

CE Certification Time for Electronic Products:

The certification process typically takes about one week from the time the sample arrives at the testing lab, excluding rectification time. Urgent cases can be expedited.