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Widely regarded as the standard text on EMC, Tim Williams' book provides all the key information needed to meet the requirements of the latest EMC Directive. Most importantly, it shows how to incorporate EMC principles into the product design process, avoiding cost and performance penalties, meeting the needs of specific standards and resulting in a better overall product.

As well as covering the very latest legal requirements, the fourth edition has been thoroughly updated in line with the latest best practice in EMC compliance and product design. Coverage has been considerably expanded to include the R&TTE and Automotive EMC Directives, as well the military aerospace standards of DEF STAN 59-41 and DO160E. A new chapter on systems EMC is included, while short case studies demonstrate how EMC product design is put into practice.


Tim Williams has worked for a variety of companies as an electronic design engineer over the last 25 years. He has monitored the progress of the EMC Directive and its associated standards since it was first made public. He now runs his own consultancy specialising in EMC design and test advice and training.

* Includes the compliance procedures of the latest EMC Directive: 2004/108/EC
* Short case studies demonstrating how EMC product design is put into practice.

* Packed full with many new chapters including:
- The R&TTE Directive and the Automotive EMC Directive looking at compliance aspects of radio and telecom terminal equipment and automotive electronic products
- New chapter on military aerospace standards of DEP STAN 59-41 and DO1 60E
- New chapter on systems EMC

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #23539 in Books
• Published on: 2007-04-11
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 512 pages

Review
'Essential reading for those designing electronic products for the European market.' New Electronics

'The title could equally well have been 'EMC Handbook' since the book contains a wealth of reference material on the directive, the standards, measurements and the methods which can, and should, be used to achieve compliance.' IEE Review

'Tim Williams clearly draws heavily on his experience gained as a consultant, specialising in design and training, which is reflected in the quality and clarity of this work.' International Journal of Electrical Engineering Education

'Covers basic EMC theory and practice in a very readable form.' Test & Measurement Europe

Tim Williams' books provides all the key information needed to meet the requirements of the EMC Directive. -ElectronicsWeb

As well as covering the very latest legal requirements, the third edition has been thoroughly updated in the line with the latest best practice in EMC compliance and product design. -ElectronicsWeb -- Review

Review
Reviews of the 3rd edition:

'Essential reading for those designing electronic products for the European market.' New Electronics

'The title could equally well have been 'EMC Handbook' since the book contains a wealth of reference material on the directive, the standards, measurements and the methods which can, and should, be used to achieve compliance.' IEE Review

'Tim Williams clearly draws heavily on his experience gained as a consultant, specialising in design and training, which is reflected in the quality and clarity of this work.' International Journal of Electrical Engineering Education

From the Publisher
This edition covers basic, generic and product-specific test standards, and the latest standards on measurement methods and revisions to existing standards. Changes to the standards generating process are also covered. New measurement techniques are described. The chapter entitled Systems EMC explains requirements on systems design, layout of large systems, earthing, grounding and bonding practices, cable layout, routing and termination, and specification of components. A further chapter deals with EMC Management: discussion of management requirements, company policy, QA needs, and the role of the EMC co-ordinator, including test and control plans.

Customer Reviews

General EMC backgroud and principles
If you can only afford 1 book on EMC make it this one. It covers the general field very well and deserves its' standing as the definitive text on EMC. It does not cover some aspects of design as well as specialist texts but gives enough of a background to get a reader moving in the right direction. If you are new to EMC or want a background to what all the fuss is about, this is the best starting point you can have.

Excellent EMC text
I have a library of books on EMI/EMC, and Williams book is surely one of the most useful. Definitely a great addition to the field - very readable, and complete.

Like many texts, the book begins with a high-level introduction to EMC, then moves on to relevant standards, followed by testing methods. For me personally, I the latter part of the book to be most valuable. Chapters are dedicated to many design topics including: coupling mechanisms (both conducted and radiated), layout and grounding, digital/analog circuit design, interfaces and filters, and shielding. The book wraps up with four very useful appendices: Design Checklist, CAD for EMC, Case Studies, and Important Formulas.

If you can get only three EMC books, I would recommend Clayton Paul's Intro to EMC, Michel Mardiguian's EMI Troubleshooting Techniques, and William's EMC for Product Designers. They all come from different angles (academic, design, and troubleshooting), but together they serve as a good foundation.

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Excellent update with timely information
Another hit by Tim. I enjoyed the previous edition of this book. An exellent read to help stay abreast of the changing standards and challenges in the field. While I had no complaint about content - the font size in the in this edition was challenging because of the small type. Otherwise good and reference.