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MIL-STD-461 Compliance: Application Areas and Required Tests

MIL-STD-461 testing is essential for ensuring the electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) of equipment used in critical and sensitive environments. The standard applies to a range of goods, particularly in the defense, aerospace, and high-reliability industrial sectors. Below are five main categories of goods and the corresponding required tests:

We offer test solution for the following tests of MIL-STD-461

  • CS06 (Power Line Conducted Susceptibility)
  • CS106 (Transient Voltage Spike)
  • CS115 (Burst – Electrical Fast Transient)
  • CS116 (Damped Sinusoidal Transients)
  • CS117 (Lightning Induced Transients)
  • CS118 (Electrostatic Discharge)
  • DO-160 Section 17 (Electrostatic Discharge)
  • DO-160 Section 19 (Induced Lightning Transients)

Aircraft Systems & Components

Used in avionics, navigation, communications, and control systems aboard military aircraft.
  • CS106
  • CS115
  • CS116 
  • CS117
  • CS118
  • DO-160 Section 17
  • DO-160 Section 19

Ground-Based Equipment

Mobile & stationary systems such as radar units, command centers, and communication hubs.
  • CS115 
  • CS116
  • CS117
  • CS118

Naval Systems & Subsystems

Equipment for ships & submarines, where harsh electromagnetic environments are present.
  • CS06
  • CS106
  • CS115
  • CS116
  • CS117

Space & Satellite Equipment

Includes satellite payloads, launch vehicle components, and ground control electronics.
  • CS115
  • CS116
  • CS117
  • CS118
  • DO-160 Section 17

Communication Systems

Field-deployable & fixed infrastructure,radios, encryption devices & digital systems.
  • CS106 
  • CS115 
  • CS116 
  • CS117 
  • CS118

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MIL-MG3_Transparent_no_BG-5529a513 MIL-STD-461 Compliance: EMC Applications,Tests & Generators
MIL-MG3

EMC PARTNER’s MIL-MG3 is a modular, state-of-the-art test generator designed specifically for MIL-STD-461 CS115 and CS116. Engineered for efficiency, precision, and simplicity, it’s the most advanced solution in its class.

  1. Interface with predefined test routines
  2. Precise waveform generation per MIL-STD-461 
  3. High Q-factor supports DSO for accurate measurements
  4. One coupler for both CS115 & CS116
  5. Plugins avoid reflections & matching issues
  6. Supports DO-160 Section 17 & 19 testing 
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