U.S.

NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION

REGULATORY GUIDE 1.180, REVISION 2
Issue Date: December 2019
Technical Lead: David Dawood

GUIDELINES FOR EVALUATING ELECTROMAGNETIC AND

RADIO-FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE IN SAFETY-RELATED
INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROL SYSTEMS
A. INTRODUCTION
Purpose

This regulatory guide (RG) describes methods and procedures that the staff of the U.S. Nuclear
Regulatory Commission (NRC) considers acceptable for demonstrating compliance with the NRC’s
regulations on design, installation, and testing to address the effects of electromagnetic and radio-
frequency interference (EMI/RFI), power surges, and electrostatic discharge on safety-related
instrumentation and control (I&C) systems.

Applicability

This RG applies to licensees and applicants subject to Title 10 of the Code of Federal
Regulations, Part 50, “Domestic Licensing of Production and Utilization Facilities” (10 CFR Part 50)
(Ref. 1), and 10 CFR Part 52, “Licenses, Certifications, and Approvals for Nuclear Power Plants” (Ref.
2).

Applicable Regulations

• 10 CFR Part 50, “Domestic Licensing of Production and Utilization Facilities,” requires that
structures, systems, and components that are important to safety in a nuclear power plant must be
designed to accommodate the effects of environmental conditions (i.e., remain functional under
postulated design-basis events (DBEs)).

o 10 CFR 50.55a(h) states that protection systems must meet the requirements of the
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) standard (Std.) 603-1991,
“Criteria for Safety Systems for Nuclear Power Generating Stations” (Ref. 3), or IEEE
Std. 279-1971, “Criteria for Protection Systems for Nuclear Power Generating Stations”
(Ref. 4), contingent on the date of construction permit issuance. The design basis criteria
identified in those standards, or for plants with construction permits issued before January
1, 1971, the criteria identified in the licensing basis for such facilities, include the range
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 of transient and steady state environmental conditions during normal, abnormal, and
accident conditions during which the equipment must perform its safety functions.

o Criterion III, “Design Control,” Criterion XI, “Test Control,” and Criterion XVII,
“Quality Assurance Records,” of Appendix B, “Quality Assurance Criteria for Nuclear
Power Plants and Fuel Reprocessing Plants” to 10 CFR part 50 require design control
measures to verify the adequacy of the design, a test program to assure that all testing
required to demonstrate that structures, systems, and components will perform
satisfactorily in service is performed in accordance with written procedures, and the
maintenance of sufficient records as evidence of quality assurance activities.

o 10 CFR 50.49 and 50.55(a) address validation measures such as testing that can be used
to check the adequacy of design. Related requirements are contained in General Design
Criteria 1, 2, 4, 13, 21, 22, and 23 of Appendix A, “General Design Criteria for Nuclear
Power Plants” to 10 CFR part 50 and Part 50, Appendix B, Criterion III.

• 10 CFR Part 52, “Licenses, Certifications, and Approvals for Nuclear Power Plants” governs the
issuance of early site permits, standard design certifications, combined licenses, standard design
approvals, and manufacturing licenses for nuclear power facilities.

o Subpart B, “Standard Design Certifications,” of 10 CFR part 52 addresses verification

requirements for advanced reactor designs.

o 10 CFR 52.47(a) requires that an application for design certification must identify the
tests, inspections, analyses, and acceptance criteria that are necessary and sufficient to
provide reasonable assurance that a plant has been constructed and will operate in
conformity with the design certification.

Related Guidance

• NUREG-0800, “Standard Review Plan for the Review of Safety Analysis Reports for
Nuclear Power Plants: LWR Edition,” Chapter 7, “Instrumentation and Controls,”
identifies electromagnetic compatibility among the acceptance criteria for safety-related
I&C systems (Ref. 5).

• RG 1.89, “Environmental Qualification of Certain Electric Equipment Important to Safety for

Nuclear Power Plants” (Ref. 6), describes an acceptable method for demonstrating environmental
qualification for safety-related electric equipment.

• RG 1.204, “Guidelines for Lightning Protection of Nuclear Power Plants” (Ref. 7), describes an
acceptable method for establishing lightning protection at nuclear power facilities, which
contributes to controlling the lightning-induced surge environment.

• RG 1.209, “Guidelines for Environmental Qualification of Safety-Related Computer-Based

Instrumentation and Control Systems in Nuclear Power Plants” (Ref. 8), describes an acceptable
method for demonstrating environmental qualification for digital I&C systems, which addresses
service conditions that include electromagnetic and power surge environments.

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Purpose of Regulatory Guides

The NRC issues RGs to describe to the public methods that the staff considers acceptable for use
in implementing specific parts of the agency’s regulations, to explain techniques that the staff uses in
evaluating specific problems or postulated events, and to provide guidance to applicants. Regulatory
guides are not substitutes for regulations and compliance with them is not required. Methods and
solutions that differ from those set forth in RGs will be deemed acceptable if they provide a basis for the
findings required for the issuance or continuance of a permit or license by the Commission.

Paperwork Reduction Act

This RG provides guidance for implementing the mandatory information collections in 10 CFR
Parts 50 and 52 that are subject to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3501 et. seq.). These
information collections were approved by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), under control
numbers 3150-0011 and 3150-0151. Send comments regarding this information collection to the
Information Services Branch, U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission, (T6-A10M) Washington, DC 20555-
0001, or by e-mail to [email protected], and to the Desk Officer, Office of Information and
Regulatory Affairs, NEOB-10202 (3150-0011, 3150-0151), Office of Management and Budget,
Washington, DC 20503.

Public Protection Notification

The NRC may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to, a collection of
information unless the document requesting or requiring the collection displays a currently valid OMB
control number.

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 Table of Contents

A. INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................................. 1
Purpose 1
Applicability ................................................................................................................................................. 1
Applicable Regulations ................................................................................................................................. 1
Related Guidance .......................................................................................................................................... 2
Purpose of Regulatory Guides ...................................................................................................................... 3
Paperwork Reduction Act ............................................................................................................................. 3
Public Protection Notification....................................................................................................................... 3
B. DISCUSSION ......................................................................................................................................... 5
Reason for Revision ...................................................................................................................................... 5
Background ................................................................................................................................................... 5
Harmonization with International Standards ................................................................................................ 7
Documents Discussed in Staff Regulatory Guidance ................................................................................... 7
C. STAFF REGULATORY GUIDANCE ................................................................................................... 9
1. General ............................................................................................................................................. 9
2. IEEE Std. 1050-2004 ..................................................................................................................... 11
3. EMI/RFI Emissions Testing........................................................................................................... 11
4. EMI/RFI Susceptibility Testing ..................................................................................................... 18
5. Surge Withstand Capability (SWC) ............................................................................................... 27
6. Electrostatic Discharge Testing ..................................................................................................... 32
7. Documentation ............................................................................................................................... 33
D. IMPLEMENTATION ........................................................................................................................... 35
REFERENCES ......................................................................................................................................... 36

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 B. DISCUSSION
Reason for Revision

This revision of the guide (Revision 2) updates the guidance on EMC practices and test methods
that the staff of the NRC considers acceptable for qualifying safety-related I&C systems for the expected
electromagnetic environment in nuclear power plants. The revised RG endorses the current versions of
previously endorsed standards, incorporates additional guidance for evaluating the effects of electrostatic
discharge, and accounts for the evolution of the operational environment at nuclear power plants arising
from the increased use of digital technology, including wireless communication for both personal
(laptops, tablets, and smartphones) and industrial (remote I&C) applications.

Background

Existing I&C equipment in nuclear power plants is currently being replaced with digital I&C
systems or advanced analog I&C systems. However, the electronic architecture used with these
technologies may be more sensitive to the nuclear power plant EMI/RFI environment than existing I&C
systems. This RG provides an acceptable method for qualifying digital and advanced analog I&C systems
for the projected electromagnetic environment in nuclear power plants.

The typical environment in a nuclear power plant includes many sources of electrical noise.
Examples include hand-held two-way radios, smartphones, industrial wireless devices, arc welders,
switching of large inductive loads, high fault currents, and high-energy fast transients associated with
switching at the generator or transmission voltage levels. The increasing use of advanced analog- and
digital-based I&C systems in reactor protection and other safety-related plant systems has introduced
concerns with respect to the creation of additional noise sources and the susceptibility of this equipment
to the electrical noise already present in the nuclear power plant environment.

Manufacturers of digital systems are continually incorporating increasingly higher clock

frequencies and lower logic level voltages into their designs. However, these performance advancements
can have an adverse impact on the operation of digital systems because of the increased likelihood of
extraneous electromagnetic noise being misinterpreted as legitimate logic signals. With advances in
analog electronics, many of the functions currently being performed by several analog circuit boards
could be combined into a single analog circuit board operating at reduced voltage levels, thereby making
analog circuitry more susceptible to EMI/RFI, power surge, and electrostatic discharge as well. Hence,
treatment of operational and functional issues related to safety in the nuclear power plant environment
must address the possibility of upsets and malfunctions in I&C systems caused by EMI/RFI, power surge,
and electrostatic discharge.

This RG endorses design, installation, and testing practices acceptable to the NRC staff for
identifying and addressing the effects of EMI/RFI, power surge, and electrostatic discharge on safety-
related I&C systems in a nuclear power plant environment. The guidance applies to both safety-related
I&C systems and non-safety-related I&C systems whose failure can affect safety functions. The endorsed
practices are also acceptable for identifying and evaluating the EMI/RFI effects of non-safety-related
equipment that are intended for installation in close proximity to safety-related equipment. Thus, the
endorsed practices can be applied for the control of electromagnetic emissions from non-safety-related I&C
and electrical systems to ensure that nearby safety-related I&C systems can continue to perform properly
in the nuclear power plant environment.

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 The changes implemented in this revision of this RG include endorsing current versions of the
previously endorsed EMC standards. This RG revision extends the guidance to endorse updates in the test
methods, adds a test method for electrostatic discharge (ESD), adjusts frequency ranges when appropriate,
and relaxes operating envelopes (test levels) where experience and confirmatory research warrants.
Conditions under which specific test criteria may be omitted are also offered based on technical
considerations.

The updated standards that are endorsed in this RG include:

• MIL-STD-461G, “Requirements for the Control of Electromagnetic Interference Characteristics

of Subsystems and Equipment,” (Ref. 9),

• Parts of the commercial International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 61000 series on EMC:
o IEC 61000-3, “Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) - Part 3: Limits” (Ref. 10);
o IEC 61000-4, “Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) - Part 4: Testing and Measurement
Techniques” (Ref. 11); and
o IEC 61000-6, Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) - Part 6: Generic Standards”
(Ref. 12).

• Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) standards:

o IEEE Standard (Std.) 1050-2004, “IEEE Guide for Instrumentation and Control
Equipment Grounding in Generating Stations” (Ref. 13);
o IEEE Std. C62.41.1-2002, “IEEE Guide on the Surge Environment in Low-Voltage (1000
V and Less) AC Power Circuits” (Ref. 14);
o IEEE Std. C62.41.2-2002, “IEEE Recommended Practice on Characterization of Surges in
Low-Voltage (1000 V or Less) AC Power Circuits” (Ref. 15); and
o IEEE Std. C62.45-2002, “IEEE Recommended Practice on Surge Testing for Equipment
Connected to Low-Voltage (1000 V or Less) AC Power Circuits.” (Ref. 16).

The rationale for the selection of the methods and practices endorsed in this RG is that they
provide a well-established, systematic approach for ensuring EMC and mitigating the effects of EMI/RFI,
power surge, and electrostatic discharge on I&C equipment within their operational environment. The
technical basis for selecting these particular methods and practices can be found in:

• NUREG/CR-5941, “Technical Basis for Evaluating Electromagnetic and Radio-

Frequency Interference in Safety-Related I&C Systems.” (Ref. 17)

• NUREG/CR-6431, “Recommended Electromagnetic Operating Envelopes for Safety-

Related I&C Systems in Nuclear Power Plants.” (Ref. 18)

• NUREG/CR-5609, “Electromagnetic Compatibility Testing for Conducted Susceptibility

Along Interconnecting Signal Lines.” (Ref. 19)

• NUREG/CR-6782, “Comparison of U.S. Military and International Electromagnetic

Compatibility Guidance.” (Ref. 20)

• ORNL/SPR-2015/485, “Task 2–Limits for High-Frequency Conducted Susceptibility

Testing–CS114 (NRCHQ6014D0015)” (Ref. 21).

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 • ORNL/SPR-2015/254, “Task 4–EMI/RFI Issues Potentially Impacting Electromagnetic
Compatibility of I&C Systems (NRCHQ6014D0015)” (Ref. 22)

• ORNL/SPR-2016/108, “Task 5–Technical Basis for Electromagnetic Compatibility

Regulatory Guidance Update (NRCHQ6014D0015)” (Ref. 23)

Finally, the above reports include documentation of the basis for the general operating envelopes
cited in this RG. Of particular note is that ORNL/SPR-2015/485 documents the technical basis for the
significantly revised operating envelope for the high-frequency conducted susceptibility test (CS114)
associated with the U.S. Department of Defense test standard. Overall, the operating envelopes are
applicable for locations within a nuclear power plant where safety-related I&C systems either are, or are
likely to be, installed. These locations include control rooms, remote shutdown panels, cable spreading
rooms, equipment rooms, relay rooms, auxiliary instrument rooms, and other areas (e.g., the turbine deck)
where safety-related I&C system installations are planned. A comparable technical basis should be
established to support the use of modified or different electromagnetic operating envelopes (e.g., lower
site-specific envelopes).

Harmonization with International Standards

It is the NRC’s policy to harmonize with international standards, particularly documents from the
International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). The NRC staff reviewed guidance from the IAEA and did
not identify any standards that provided useful guidance to NRC staff, applicants, or licensees. The NRC
staff reviewed guidance from the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). The review identified
the following standards that include relevant EMC test methods for evaluating the impact of conducted
and radiated EMI/RFI, power surge, and electrostatic discharge for safety-related I&C systems. For the
reasons set forth in detail below in Section C of this RG, the staff concludes that portions of these IEC test
standards are adequate, and endorses them, in part, in this RG (see Table 1 below.) This RG incorporates
similar design and performance guidelines and is consistent with the safety principles provided in these
publications. These IEC standards include:

• IEC 61000-3, “Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) - Part 3: Limits,”

• IEC 61000-4, “Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) - Part 4: Testing and Measurement

Techniques,” and,

• IEC 61000-6, “Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) - Part 6: Generic Standards.”

Documents Discussed in Staff Regulatory Guidance

This RG endorses, in whole or in part, the use of one or more codes or standards developed by
external organizations, and other third party guidance documents. These codes, standards and third party
guidance documents may contain references to other codes, standards or third party guidance documents
(“secondary references”). If a secondary reference has itself been incorporated by reference into NRC
regulations as a requirement, then licensees and applicants must comply with that standard as set forth in
the regulation. If the secondary reference has been endorsed in an RG as an acceptable approach for
meeting an NRC requirement, then the standard constitutes a method acceptable to the NRC staff for
meeting that regulatory requirement as described in the specific RG. If the secondary reference has
neither been incorporated by reference into NRC regulations nor endorsed in an RG, then the secondary
reference is neither a legally-binding requirement nor a “generic” NRC approved acceptable approach for
meeting an NRC requirement. However, licensees and applicants may consider and use the information in

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the secondary reference, if appropriately justified, consistent with current regulatory practice, and
consistent with applicable NRC requirements.

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 C. STAFF REGULATORY GUIDANCE
1. General

Establishing and continuing an EMC program for safety-related I&C systems in nuclear power
plants contributes to the assurance that safety-related structures, systems, and components are designed
to accommodate the effects of, and to be compatible with, the environmental conditions associated with
nuclear power plant service. Application of consensus standard practices regarding the design, testing,
and installation of safety-related I&C system modifications or new installations constitutes an important
element of such a program. This guidance recommends design and installation practices to limit the
impact of electromagnetic effects, testing practices to assess the emissions and susceptibility of
equipment, testing practices to evaluate the power surge withstand capability (SWC) of equipment, and
testing practices to evaluate the electrostatic discharge withstand capability of equipment. Operating
envelopes characteristic of the electromagnetic environment in nuclear power plants are cited in this
guidance as the basis for establishing acceptable testing levels.

Table 1 lists the specific positions on EMC that are set forth below in the Staff Regulatory
Guidance. This guidance is applicable to all new safety-related systems or licensee-initiated modifications
to existing safety-related systems that include analog, digital, or hybrid systems and components (i.e.,
analog and digital electronics equipment). Existing installed systems and equipment are not required to
undergo additional testing. The emissions control aspects of this guidance also apply to non-safety-related
systems and components whose operation can affect safety-related system or component functions. The
endorsed test methods for evaluating the electromagnetic emissions, EMI/RFI susceptibility, power surge
and electrostatic discharge withstand capabilities of safety-related equipment are intended for application
in test facilities or laboratories before installation.

The electromagnetic conditions at the point of installation for safety-related I&C systems should
be assessed to identify any unique EMI/RFI or power surge sources that may generate local interference.
The EMI/RFI sources could include both portable and fixed equipment (e.g., portable transceivers,
remote wireless I&C devices, arc welders, power supplies, and generators). In accordance with the EMC
practices endorsed herein, the EMI/RFI immunity of safety-related I&C systems should be demonstrated
with a minimum of an 8 decibel (dB) margin provided above expected exposure levels from all identified
sources under any plant mode of operation (e.g., applied susceptibility operating envelopes provide an 8-
dB margin above the anticipated highest exposure levels at the point of installation).

To ensure that the operating envelopes are being used properly, equipment should be tested in a
physical configuration that is representative of its actual installation. However, rather than requiring that
every variation of cabinet configuration be tested, testing should be performed on bounding
configuration(s) that reasonably represent the worst-case interference exposure and emissions conditions.
For example, a sparse configuration of modules in a cabinet might represent the bounding interference
exposure condition (e.g., limited self-shielding among cards) for susceptibility testing. Conversely, a
fully loaded configuration of modules in a cabinet might represent the bounding emissions condition for
emissions testing. Therefore, testing should be performed with the equipment under test configured in a
bounding configuration for the phenomena of interest (e.g., conducted or radiated emissions, conducted
or radiated susceptibility, and surge). A justification that the tested configuration reasonably bounds the
expected worst case should be provided as part of the test plan to document the basis for the
configuration.

The as-tested physical configuration of the safety-related I&C system should be documented as
part of test results so that EMC-specific configuration considerations can be implemented during

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installation and then maintained, and controlled. The design specifications that should be maintained and
controlled include wire and cable separations, shielding techniques, shielded enclosure integrity,
apertures, gasketing, grounding techniques, EMI/RFI filters, circuit board layouts, and the values of other
design parameters that may impact the EMC qualification testing results.

The equipment being tested should be in its normal mode of operation (i.e., performing its
intended function) during the testing. For software-based systems, the system should have functioning
software and diagnostics that are representative of those used in actual operation.

Table 1 Specific Regulatory Positions for EMC Guidance

Regulatory EMC Issue Standards Endorsed Comments/Conditions
Position Addressed
1 General EMC Scope and applicability of guidance
program defined. Key considerations identified for
confirming operating envelopes,
configuring and conducting testing, and
treating portable emitters.
2 EMI/RFI limiting IEEE Std. 1050-2004 Endorsed.
practices
3, 4 EMI/RFI emissions MIL-STD-461G Selected MIL-STD-461G and IEC 61000
and susceptibility test methods endorsed. Operating
(radiated, IEC 61000-3 envelopes specified. Clarifications on
conducted power IEC 61000-4 application and conditions for omission
line and conducted IEC 61000-6 provided.
signal line) testing
5 SWC testing IEEE Std C62.41.1-2002 Selected IEEE Std C62.41.2-2002 surge
IEEE Std C62.41.2-2002 test waveforms endorsed. Related IEEE
IEEE Std C62.45-2002 Std C62.45-2002 test methods endorsed.
Selected IEC 61000-4 surge test
IEC 61000-4 waveforms and test methods endorsed.
SWC withstand levels specified with
exception 1 taken to level in IEEE Std
C62.41.2-2002.
6 Electrostatic IEC 61000-4 IEC 61000-4-2 test method endorsed.
discharge testing Test levels specified.
7 Documentation Essential EMC documentation identified.

Exclusion zones should be established through administrative controls to prohibit the

activation of portable EMI/RFI emitters (e.g., welders and handheld communication devices) in
areas where safety-related I&C systems have been installed. An exclusion zone is defined as the
minimum distance between the point of installation of safety-related I&C equipment and the
location of portable EMI/RFI emitters. The size of the exclusion zones should be site-specific and
depend on the effective radiated power and antenna gain of the portable EMI/RFI emitters used
within a particular nuclear power plant.

1 If the NRC staff does not endorse part of standard, it denotes that matter as an “exception” to the NRC staff endorsement of

the standard.

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 The size of exclusion zones should also depend on the allowable electric field emission levels
designated for the area in the vicinity of the installed safety-related I&C system. To establish the size of
an exclusion zone, an 8 dB difference between the susceptibility operating envelope and the allowed
emissions level should be maintained. For the operating envelope of 10 V/m (140 dB µV/m) associated
with radiated electric field susceptibility, the size of the exclusion zones should be set such that the
radiated electric fields emanating from the portable EMI/RFI emitters are limited to 4 V/m (132 dB
µV/m) in the vicinity of safety-related I&C systems.

The minimum distance of an exclusion zone (d) in meters should be calculated by the following
equation derived from the free space propagation model:

�30𝑃𝑃𝑡𝑡 𝐺𝐺𝑡𝑡
𝑑𝑑 = (𝑚𝑚𝑚𝑚𝑚𝑚𝑚𝑚𝑚𝑚𝑚𝑚)
𝐸𝐸
where:
Pt = the peak radiated power of the EMI/RFI emitter (in Watts);
Gt = the gain of the EMI/RFI emitter; and
E = the allowable radiated electric field strength of the EMI/RFI emitter (in Volts/meter)
at the point of installation.

Note that unintentional transmitters (welders, motors, etc.) will typically have a gain that is less
than or equal to 1 (the gain of an isotropic emitter), and the gain for intentional transmitters (two-way
radios, cell phones, etc.) will typically be greater than 1. Typical values for the gain of intentional
transmitters might vary from 1.5 for a short dipole antenna to 3 for a monopole antenna, and to 6 for a
horn antenna.

2. IEEE Std. 1050-2004

IEEE Std. 1050-2004 describes design and installation practices that are acceptable to the NRC
staff to limit EMI/RFI and power surge-related effects on safety-related I&C systems employed in
nuclear power plants.

3. EMI/RFI Emissions Testing

The NRC staff concludes that specific test methods from MIL-STD-461G and IEC 61000-6 are
acceptable for performing emissions testing of both safety-related I&C systems and non-safety-related
I&C systems intended for installation in nuclear power plants. These test methods are identified in the
guidance below and may be applied in the indicated combinations subject to the clarifications and
conditions specified. Acceptable limits are given for each test in the form of identified operating
envelopes.

MIL-STD-461G contains test practices that can be applied to characterize EMI/RFI emissions.
IEC 61000-6 also specifies test practices that can be applied to characterize EMI/RFI emissions for
industrial environments. The specific test methods acceptable to the NRC staff for performing emissions
testing are presented in Tables 2 and 3. Table 2 lists the EMI/RFI emissions test methods in MIL-STD-
461G, while Table 3 lists the corresponding criteria in IEC 61000-6-4, “Electromagnetic Compatibility
(EMC) – Part 6: Generic Standards – Section 4: Emission standard for industrial environments”
(Ref. 24). Either set of test methods should be applied in its entirety or in specified combinations subject
to the clarifications and conditions identified in the guidance below. These test methods cover
conducted (along power leads) and radiated interference emitted from equipment under test.

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 Table 2 MIL-STD-461G Test Methods for EMI/RFI Emissions
Method Description
CE101 Conducted emissions, low-frequency, 30 Hz to 10 kHz
CE102 Conducted emissions, high-frequency, 10 kHz to 10 MHz
RE101 Radiated emissions, magnetic field, 30 Hz to 100 kHz
RE102 Radiated emissions, electric field, 2 MHz to 10 GHz
C = conducted, R = radiated, and E = emissions

Table 3 IEC 61000-6-4 Test Methods for EMI/RFI Emissions

Method Description
None Conducted emissions, low-frequency, 30 Hz to 10 kHz
CISPR 16 Conducted emissions, high-frequency, 150 kHz to 30 MHz
None Radiated emissions, magnetic field, 30 Hz to 100 kHz
CISPR 16 Radiated emissions, electric field, 30 MHz to 6 GHz

MIL-STD-461G provides the latest revision of domestic guidance for emissions test methods,
thus it represents current U.S. practice. IEC 61000-6-4 provides the most recent international guidance
for emissions test practices and incorporates by reference the emissions test methods established by the
Comité International Spécial des Perturbations Radioélectriques (CISPR) of the IEC. These emissions
test methods are defined in parts 2-1 and 2-3 of CISPR 16, “Specification for radio disturbance and
immunity measuring apparatus and methods” (Ref. 25 and Ref. 26) while guidance on measurement
equipment is given in other specified CISPR16 parts.

Because of the non-intrusive nature of emissions measurement, the test methods from either
the MIL-STD-461G or IEC 61000-6-4 can be applied in combination based on the emissions
phenomenon of interest (e.g., high-frequency or low-frequency, conducted or radiated) without
affecting the equipment under test. The individual MIL-STD and IEC emissions test methods are
designed to be complementary in frequency range coverage within themselves. If emissions test
methods from different standards are used and full coverage of frequency ranges is not provided, then
supplemental testing should be undertaken to address the gaps or justification for the omission of
testing in any frequency range should be documented as part of the test plan. Since the IEC standard
does not provide for low-frequency emissions testing, the MIL-STD test methods should be applied
for emissions testing in the low-frequency band unless test omissions are justified. When using a
combination of IEC and MIL-STD emissions tests (e.g., MIL-STD for low frequency testing and IEC
for high-frequency testing), it is necessary to ensure frequency range coverage is maintained.

The MIL-STD-461G test methods listed in Table 2 have associated operating envelopes that
serve to establish test levels. General operating envelopes that are acceptable to the NRC staff are given
below in the guidance on the listed MIL-STD-461G test methods. Likewise, operating envelopes for the
IEC 61000-6-4 test methods have been identified that are comparable to their corresponding MIL-STD
counterparts and are given below in the IEC emissions testing guidance. These operating envelopes are
acceptable for locations where safety-related I&C systems either are, or are likely to be, installed and
include control rooms, remote shutdown panels, cable spreading rooms, equipment rooms, auxiliary
instrument rooms, relay rooms, and other areas (e.g., the turbine deck) where safety-related I&C system
installations are planned. The operating envelopes are acceptable for analog, digital, and hybrid system

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installations. Where applicable, these standards also describe conditions under which specific test
methods may be omitted.

3.1 CE101—Conducted Emissions, Low Frequency

The CE101 test measures the low-frequency conducted emissions on power leads of equipment
and subsystems in the frequency 30 Hz to 10 kHz. For AC power leads, the frequency range over which
the test is performed starts at the second harmonic of the power line frequency. This test may be omitted
for equipment that meets the following two conditions.

1. The power quality requirements 2 of the equipment are consistent with the existing
power supply and design changes include power quality controls.

2. The equipment will not impose additional harmonic distortion on the existing power
distribution system that exceed 5% total harmonic distortion (THD) or other power
quality criteria established with a valid technical basis.

When the CE101 test is to be performed, it is applicable to ac and dc power leads, including
grounds and neutrals that obtain power from other sources not part of the equipment under test.
Conducted emissions on power leads should not exceed the applicable root mean square (rms) values
shown in Figure 3.1, “Low-Frequency Emissions Envelopes.”

Figure 3.1 Low-Frequency Emissions Envelopes

3.2 CE102—Conducted Emissions, High Frequency

The CE102 test measures the high-frequency conducted emissions on power leads of
equipment and subsystems in the frequency range 10 kHz to 10 MHz. The test is applicable to ac and
dc power leads, including grounds and neutrals that obtain power from other sources that are not part
of the equipment under test. Conducted emissions on power leads should not exceed the applicable rms
values shown in Figure 3.2. The values are specified according to the voltage of the power source

2 The term “requirements” in this context does not refer to legal requirements; rather, it refers to the characteristics of the design

(“design requirements”) that are necessary to perform the design function credited in the Final Safety Analysis Report.

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feeding the equipment under test. Conduct of the CE102 test in the frequency range 10 kHz to 150 kHz
may be omitted if the nuclear power plant has power quality controls in place (see the conditions for
omission of the CE101 test above). Otherwise, the CE102 test should be performed over the full
frequency range 10 kHz to 10 MHz.

CE102 Operating Envelopes

79

73

Figure 3.2 High-Frequency Conducted Emissions Envelopes

3.3 RE101—Radiated Emissions, Magnetic Field

The RE101 test measures radiated magnetic field emissions in the frequency range 30 Hz to
100 kHz. The RE101 test may be omitted for equipment not intended to be installed in areas with other
equipment sensitive to magnetic fields. The test is applicable for emissions from equipment and
subsystem enclosures, as well as all interconnecting leads. The test does not apply at transmitter
fundamental frequencies or to radiation from antennas. Magnetic field emissions should not be radiated in
excess of the levels shown in Figure 3.3. Magnetic field emissions are measured at the specified distances
of 7 cm and compared against the corresponding envelope.

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 Figure 3.3 Magnetic-Field Radiated Emissions Envelope

3.4 RE102—Radiated Emissions, Electric Field

The RE102 test addresses the measurement of radiated electric field emissions in the frequency
range from 2 MHz to 10 GHz. It is applicable for emissions from equipment and subsystem enclosures,
as well as all interconnecting leads. The test does not apply at transmitter fundamental frequencies or to
radiation from antennas.

Electric field emissions should not be radiated in excess of the rms values shown in Figure 3.4. At
frequencies above 30 MHz, the test method should be performed for both horizontally and vertically
polarized fields.

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 Figure 3.4 Electric-Field Radiated Emissions Envelopes

3.5 IEC Emissions Tests

The IEC 61000-6-4 tests address measurement of emissions for electrical and electronic
equipment intended for use in industrial environments in the frequency range from 150 kHz to 6 GHz.
IEC 61000-6-4 incorporates the test methods of CISPR 16 by reference. Conducted emissions testing
covers the frequency range from 150 kHz to 30 MHz. Radiated emissions testing covers the frequency
range from 30 MHz to 6 GHz. The IEC test methods are acceptable to the NRC staff for demonstrating
emissions compliance in the high-frequency band for safety-related I&C systems and non-safety-related
I&C systems intended for installation in nuclear power plants. However, since no test methods are
provided by IEC to measure low-frequency conducted or radiated emissions, the application of these
tests is limited to two options, which are described below.

The first option under which the application of the IEC emissions tests is acceptable involves the
following two conditions that justify the omission of low-frequency emissions testing. First, power
quality controls are in place, which eliminates the need to perform the CE101 test and the lower
frequency band of the CE102 test. Second, separation from equipment that is sensitive to magnetic fields
is maintained, making it is unnecessary to perform the RE101 test. These conditions for omission are
discussed in the endorsement of CE101, CE102, and RE101.

The second option under which the application of the IEC emissions tests is acceptable involves
supplementing the IEC emissions testing with MIL-STD-461G testing to account for the gaps in
coverage across the low-frequency band. Specifically, the CE101 test should be performed to evaluate
conducted emissions from 30 Hz to 10 kHz, the CE102 test should be performed across the lower range
of its frequency band to evaluate conducted emissions from 10 kHz to 150 kHz, and the RE101 test
should be performed to evaluate radiated emissions from 30 Hz to 100 kHz.

The specifications for the IEC 61000-6-4 test call for employing the CISPR 16 measurement
techniques. These techniques are similar to those used in the MIL-STD-461G CE102 and RE102 tests,

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with some differences. Nevertheless, the tests have been shown to yield similar results per ORNL/TM-
2002/257, “Conducted Susceptibility Tests on an Artifact Using IEC and MIL-STD Test Methods,” dated
July 2002, (Ref. 27). Values for the IEC 61000-6-4 conducted emissions envelopes comparable to those
for CE102 are given in Table 4. Values for the IEC 61000-6-4 radiated emissions envelopes comparable
to RE102 are given in Table 5.

Table 4 IEC 61000-6-4 Conducted Emissions Envelopes

Frequency Range Test Level (dB µV/m)
150 kHz to 500 kHz 79 quasi-peak
500 kHz to 30 MHz 73 quasi-peak

Table 5 IEC 61000-6-4 Radiated Emissions Envelopes

Frequency Range Test Level (dB µV/m)
30 MHz to 230 MHz 40 quasi-peak @ 10 m
230 MHz to 1 GHz 47 quasi-peak @ 10 m
1 GHz to 3 GHz 76 peak @ 3m
3 GHz to 6 GHz 80 peak @ 3m

3.6 EMI/RFI Emissions Test Summary

The CE101, CE102, RE101, and RE102 tests from MIL-STD-461G represent the baseline
emissions testing program acceptable to the NRC staff. The CE101 test may be omitted if the nuclear
power plant has power quality controls in place and the equipment won't impose more than 5% THD (see
conditions in the CE101 test guidance). The CE102 test in the frequency range 10 kHz to 150 kHz may be
omitted if power quality controls are in place. The RE101 test may be omitted for equipment not intended
to be installed in areas with other equipment sensitive to magnetic fields.

As an alternative, the application of IEC 61000-6-4 tests is acceptable to the NRC staff in the
form of two options. In the first option, the identified IEC emissions tests are acceptable as a standalone
program if the two conditions for omitting low frequency emissions testing are met: 1) power quality
controls are in place, eliminating the need to perform the CE101 test and the lower frequency band of the
CE102 test and 2) separation from equipment that is sensitive to magnetic fields is maintained,
eliminating the need to perform the RE101 test (Alternative #3 in Figure 3.5). In the second option, the
IEC emissions tests should be supplemented by complementary MIL-STD-461G tests to evaluate
emissions in the low-frequency band. Specifically, the CE101 test, CE102 test (from 10 kHz to 150 kHz),
and RE101 test should be performed (Alternative #1 in Figure 3.5).

Figure 3.5 shows the acceptable emissions testing programs and indicates the conditions under
which the alternative test suites can be applied. It should be noted that the use of specific MIL-STD-461G
emissions tests to supplement the frequency range coverage of the IEC emissions tests does not constitute
endorsement of unrestrained mixing and matching of test methods among the suites of tests. The absence
of low-frequency emissions test guidance from the IEC, the non-intrusive nature of the test methods
themselves, and the comparability of emissions measurement data justifies the specific combination of
test methods to ensure acceptable frequency range coverage when the low-frequency emissions test
omission criteria identified above are not satisfied.

Finally, Federal Communications Commission (FCC) certification for Class A or Class B devices
under 47 CFR Part 15, “Radio Frequency Devices,” (Ref. 28) may be credited over the frequency ranges
covered by certification testing in lieu of additional testing for non-safety-related I&C systems. In order to
take credit for FCC certification for safety-related I&C systems, test data and documentation equivalent to
the information identified in Regulatory Position C.7 should be maintained and be available for review.

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 Figure 3.5 Acceptable Alternatives for EMI/RFI Emissions Testing

4. EMI/RFI Susceptibility Testing

Specific test methods from MIL-STD-461G and IEC 61000-4 are acceptable to the NRC staff
for performing susceptibility testing of safety-related I&C systems intended for installation in nuclear
power plants. These test methods are identified in the guidance below and may be applied in the
indicated combinations subject to the clarifications and conditions specified. Acceptable limits are given
for each test in the form of identified operating envelopes.

MIL-STD-461G contains test methods that can be applied to address EMI/RFI susceptibility for a
selection of environments. IEC 61000-4 also specifies test methods that can be applied to characterize
equipment susceptibility to conducted and radiated EMI/RFI. The test methods acceptable to the NRC
staff with regard to susceptibility testing for safety-related I&C systems in nuclear power plants are
presented in Tables 6 and 7. Table 6 lists the EMI/RFI test methods in MIL-STD-461G while Table 7
lists the corresponding test methods in IEC 61000-4 (Refs. 29-38). Regardless of which susceptibility
testing program is chosen, either set of test methods should be applied in its entirety, without selective
application of individual methods (i.e., no mixing and matching of test methods). These methods cover
susceptibility to conducted and radiated interference resulting from exposure to electric and magnetic
fields and noise coupling through power and signal leads.

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 Table 6 MIL-STD-461G EMI/RFI Susceptibility Test Methods
Method Description
CS101 Conducted susceptibility, low frequency, 30 Hz to 150 kHz
CS114 Conducted susceptibility, high frequency, 10 kHz to 30 MHz
CS115 Conducted susceptibility, bulk cable injection, impulse excitation
CS116 Conducted susceptibility, damped sinusoidal transients,10 kHz to 100 MHz
RS101 Radiated susceptibility, magnetic field, 30 Hz to 100 kHz
RS103 Radiated susceptibility, electric field, 30 MHz to 10 GHz
C = conducted, R = radiated, and S = susceptibility

Table 7 IEC 61000-4 EMI/RFI Susceptibility Test Methods

Method Description
61000-4-4 Conducted susceptibility, electrically fast transients/bursts
61000-4-5 Conducted susceptibility, surges
61000-4-6 Conducted susceptibility, disturbances induced by RF fields, 150 kHz to 80 MHz
61000-4-12 Conducted susceptibility, 100 kHz ring wave
61000-4-13 Conducted susceptibility, low frequency, 16 Hz to 2.4 kHz
61000-4-16 Conducted susceptibility, low frequency, 0 Hz to 150 kHz
61000-4-8 Radiated susceptibility, magnetic field, 60 Hz
61000-4-9 Radiated susceptibility, magnetic field, 60 Hz to 50 kHz
61000-4-10 Radiated susceptibility, magnetic field, 100 kHz and 1 MHz
61000-4-3 Radiated susceptibility, electric field, 26 MHz to 6 GHz

The MIL-STD-461G test methods listed in Table 6 have related operating envelopes that serve to
establish test levels. General operating envelopes acceptable to the NRC staff are given below in the
discussion of the MIL-STD 461G test methods. Likewise, operating envelopes for the IEC 61000-4 test
methods have been identified that are comparable to their corresponding MIL-STD counterparts. A
discussion on these is also given below. These operating envelopes are acceptable for locations where
safety-related I&C systems either are or are likely to be installed and include control rooms, remote
shutdown panels, cable spreading rooms, equipment rooms, auxiliary instrument rooms, relay rooms, and
other areas (e.g., the turbine deck) where safety-related I&C system installations are planned. The
operating envelopes are acceptable for analog, digital, and hybrid system installations.

The MIL-STD-461G and IEC 61000-4 test methods that demonstrate EMI/RFI susceptibility
compliance are discussed below. These methods are acceptable to the NRC staff for accomplishing
EMI/RFI susceptibility testing for safety-related I&C systems intended for installation in nuclear power
plants. Where applicable, these standards also describe conditions under which specific test methods may
be omitted.

4.1 EMI/RFI Conducted Susceptibility Testing—Power Leads

The MIL-STD-461G test methods that are acceptable to the NRC staff in addressing conducted
EMI/RFI susceptibility along power leads are listed in Table 8. The comparable IEC 61000-4 test
methods acceptable to the NRC staff to characterize equipment susceptibility to conducted EMI/RFI
along power leads are listed in Table 9. These test methods cover susceptibility to conducted interference
resulting from noise coupling through the power leads of safety-related I&C systems in nuclear power
plants. Guidance on the test methods and operating envelopes follow below.

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 Table 8 MIL-STD-461G Conducted Susceptibility Test Methods—Power Leads
Method Description
CS101 Conducted susceptibility, low-frequency, 30 Hz to 150 kHz
CS114 Conducted susceptibility, high-frequency, 10 kHz to 30 MHz
C = conducted and S = susceptibility

Table 9 IEC 61000-4 Conducted Susceptibility Test Methods—Power Leads

Method Description
61000-4-6 Conducted susceptibility, disturbances induced by radio-frequency fields,
150 kHz to 80 MHz
61000-4-13 Conducted susceptibility, low-frequency, 16 Hz to 2.4 kHz
61000-4-16 Conducted susceptibility, low-frequency, 0 Hz to 150 kHz

4.1.1 CS101—Conducted Susceptibility, Low Frequency

The CS101 test ensures that equipment and subsystems are not susceptible to EMI/RFI present on
power leads in the frequency range 30 Hz to 150 kHz. The test is applicable to ac and dc input power
leads, not including grounds and neutrals. If the equipment under test is dc operated, this test is applicable
over the frequency range 30 Hz to 150 kHz. If the equipment under test is ac operated, this test is
applicable starting from the second harmonic of the power line frequency and extending to 150 kHz.

The equipment under test should not exhibit any malfunction or degradation of performance beyond
specified operational tolerances when subjected to a test signal with the rms voltage levels specified in
Figure 4.1. Alternative envelopes are given for equipment with nominal source voltages at or below 28 V
and those operating above 28 V. Acceptable performance should be defined in the test plan by the end
user or testing organization according to the applicable equipment, subsystem, or system specifications.

Figure 4.1 Low-Frequency Conducted Susceptibility Operating Envelopes

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 4.1.2 CS114—Conducted Susceptibility, High Frequency

The CS114 test simulates currents that will be developed on leads as a result of EMI/RFI
generated by antenna transmissions. The test covers the frequency range 10 kHz to 30 MHz and is
applicable to all interconnecting leads, including the power leads of the equipment under test. Although
the CS114 test can be applied to assess both power line and signal line susceptibility, the guidance on test
levels given in this section is specific to power leads.

The equipment under test should not exhibit any malfunction or degradation of performance
beyond specified operational tolerances when subjected to a test signal with the rms levels shown in
Figure 4.2. Acceptable performance should be defined in the test plan by the end user or testing
organization according to the applicable equipment, subsystem, or system specifications.

Figure 4.2 High-Frequency Conducted Susceptibility Operating Envelopes for Power Leads

4.1.3 IEC Conducted Susceptibility Tests—Power Leads

The IEC counterparts to the CS101 and CS114 tests are IEC 61000-4-13, IEC 61000-4-16, and
IEC 61000-4-6. Operating envelopes for IEC 61000-4-13 correspond to the test levels for Class 2 devices
and are shown in Tables 10 and 11. For the IEC 61000-4-16 test, operating envelopes correspond to the
Level 3 test levels and are shown in Table 12. The operating envelope for IEC 61000-4-6 corresponds to
the Level 3 test level of 140 dBµV. The test levels established by these envelopes are acceptable to NRC
staff for evaluating conducted susceptibility along power leads.

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 Table 10 Harmonics Operating Envelope for IEC 61000-4-13
Harmonic No. (n) Level (% of supply voltage)
2 3
3 8
4 1.5
5 9
7 7.5
9 2.5
11 5
13 4.5
17 3
19 2
23 2
25 2
29 1.5
31 1.5
35 1.5
37 1.5

Table 11 Interharmonics Operating Envelopes for IEC 61000-4-13

Frequency Range (Hz) Level (% of supply voltage)
20 - 120 2.5
120 - 600 5
600 - 900 3.5
900 - 1200 2
1200 - 2400 1.5

Table 12 Operating Envelopes for IEC 61000-4-16

Disturbance Test level
dc and power line frequency, continuous disturbance 10 Vrms
dc and power line frequency, short-duration disturbance 100 Vrms
Conducted disturbance, 15 Hz to 150 kHz 10-1 Vrms (15-150 Hz)*
1 Vrms (150-1.5 kHz)
1-10 Vrms (1.5-15 kHz)*
10 Vrms (15-150 kHz)
* Applied at 20 dB/decade slope

4.2 EMI/RFI Conducted Susceptibility Testing—Signal Leads

MIL-STD-461G contains test methods that can be applied to address conducted EMI/RFI
susceptibility for interconnecting signal leads. In addition, IEC 61000-4 specifies test methods that can be
applied to characterize equipment susceptibility to conducted EMI/RFI along interconnecting signal leads.

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The test methods acceptable to the NRC staff with regard to conducted susceptibility testing for signal
leads in safety-related I&C systems in nuclear power plants are presented in Tables 13 and 14. Table 13
lists the EMI/RFI test methods for signal leads in MIL-STD-461G, while Table 14 lists the corresponding
methods in IEC 61000-4. These test methods are acceptable to test for susceptibility to conducted
interference resulting from noise coupling through interconnecting signal leads.

Table 13 MIL-STD-461G Conducted Susceptibility Test Methods-Signal Leads

Method Description
CS114 Conducted susceptibility, high-frequency, 10 kHz to 30 MHz
CS115 Conducted susceptibility, bulk cable injection, impulse excitation
CS116 Conducted susceptibility, damped sinusoidal transients, 10 kHz to 100 MHz
C = conducted and S = susceptibility

Table 14 IEC 61000-4 Conducted Susceptibility Test Methods-Signal Leads

Method Description
61000-4-4 Electrical fast transient/burst immunity test
61000-4-5 Surge immunity test
61000-4-6 Immunity to conducted disturbances, induced by radio-frequency fields,
150 kHz to 80 MHz
61000-4-12 Oscillatory waves immunity test
61000-4-16 Test for immunity to conducted, common mode disturbances in the frequency
range 0 Hz to 150 kHz

The MIL-STD-461 test methods listed in Table 13 have related operating envelopes that serve to
establish test levels for signal leads. General operating envelopes that are acceptable to the NRC staff are
shown in Table 15. Likewise, acceptable signal lead operating envelopes for the IEC 61000-4 test criteria
listed in Table 14 have been identified in Table 16 and are comparable to their corresponding MIL-STD
counterparts. Note that the operating envelope is based on the location of signal lines; in this context, the
maximum EMI/RFI field strength postulated for a specific location is called the “withstand level” at that
location. Most locations in the interior of a facility, which are typical for signal leads, correspond to the
Category B surge withstand classification described in IEEE Std C62.41.2-2002 and discussed in
Regulatory Position C.5. The vast majority of signal leads are expected to be located in limited surge
activity environments that correspond to low withstand levels (see Regulatory Position C.5). However,
for those few I&C systems that may be implemented in plant areas characterized by surge environments
with significant switching transients and lightning activity (e.g., in very close proximity to the service
entrance from the switchyard), elevated withstand levels would be necessary (see Regulatory Position
C.5). Consequently, for the IEC tests, the operating envelopes in Table 17 should be used as a special case
for those few I&C systems that may be implemented in plant areas that are characterized by the elevated
surge environments.

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 Table 15 MIL-STD-461G Conducted Susceptibility Operating Envelopes—Signal Leads
Method Description
CS114 Apply Figure 4.2
CS115 5A
CS116 Apply damped sinusoidal waveform using frequency-dependent
peak current specified in Figure CS116-2 of the MIL-STD

Table 16 IEC 61000-4 Conducted Susceptibility Operating Envelopes-

Low Withstand-Signal Leads
Method Description
61000-4-4 Level 3: 1 kV test voltage
61000-4-5 Level 3: 2 kV open circuit test voltage and 1 kA short circuit current
61000-4-6 Level 3: 140 dBµV test voltage
61000-4-12 Level 2: 1 kV test voltage
61000-4-16 Level 3: see Table 12

Table 17 IEC 61000-4 Conducted Susceptibility Operating Envelopes-

Moderate Withstand-Signal Leads
Method Description
61000-4-4 Level 4: 2 kV test voltage
61000-4-5 Level 4: 4 kV open circuit test voltage and 2 kA short circuit current
61000-4-6 Level 3: 140 dBµV test voltage
61000-4-12 Level 3: 2 kV test voltage
61000-4-16 Level 3: see Table 12

4.3 EMI/RFI Radiated Susceptibility Testing

The MIL-STD-461G test methods that are acceptable to the NRC staff for addressing the radiated
EMI/RFI susceptibility of safety-related I&C systems in nuclear power plants are listed in Table 18. The
comparable IEC 61000-4 test methods acceptable to characterize equipment susceptibility to radiated
EMI/RFI are listed in Table 19. If wireless communication devices operating above 6 GHz are expected
to be used at the site of installation, then the IEC test for high-frequency susceptibility should be applied
up to 10 GHz. These test methods cover susceptibility to radiated interference resulting from
electromagnetic emissions in nuclear power plants. Guidance on the test methods and operating envelopes
follow below.

Table 18 MIL-STD-461G EMI/RFI Radiated Susceptibility Test Methods

Method Description
RS101 Radiated susceptibility, magnetic field, 30 Hz to 100 kHz
RS103 Radiated susceptibility, electric field, 30 MHz to 10 GHz
R = radiated and S = susceptibility

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 Table 19 IEC 61000-4 EMI/RFI Radiated Susceptibility Test Methods
Method Description
61000-4-8 Radiated susceptibility, magnetic field, 50 Hz and 60 Hz
61000-4-9 Radiated susceptibility, magnetic field, 50/60 Hz to 50 kHz
61000-4-10 Radiated susceptibility, magnetic field, 100 kHz and 1 MHz
61000-4-3 Radiated susceptibility, electric field, 26 MHz to 6 GHz

4.3.1 RS101—Radiated Susceptibility, Magnetic Fields

The RS101 test ensures that equipment and subsystems are not susceptible to radiated magnetic
fields in the frequency range 30 Hz to 100 kHz. The RS101 may be omitted for equipment that is not
intended to be installed in areas with strong sources of magnetic fields (e.g., CRTs, motors, cable bundles
carrying high currents) and that follows the limiting practices endorsed in this guide (see Regulatory
Position C.2). The test is applicable to equipment and subsystem enclosures and all interconnecting leads.
The test is not applicable for electromagnetic coupling via antennas.

The equipment under test should not exhibit any malfunction or degradation of performance beyond
specified operational tolerances when subjected to the rms magnetic field levels shown in Figure 4.3.
Acceptable performance should be defined in the test plan by the end user or testing organization
according to the applicable equipment, subsystem, or system specifications.

0.06

Figure 4.3 Low-Frequency Radiated Susceptibility Envelopes

4.3.2 RS103—Radiated Susceptibility, Electric Fields

The RS103 test ensures that equipment and subsystems are not susceptible to radiated electric
fields in the frequency range from 30 MHz to 10 GHz. The test is applicable to equipment and subsystem
enclosures and all interconnecting leads. The test is not applicable at the tuned frequency of antenna-
connected receivers unless otherwise specified.

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 The equipment under test should not exhibit any malfunction or degradation of performance
beyond specified operational tolerances when subjected to the radiated electric fields. The applied electric
field level should be 10 V/m (rms), measured in accordance with the techniques specified in the RS103
test method. The test method should be performed for both horizontally and vertically polarized fields. As
described in MIL-STD-461G, circularly polarized fields are not acceptable because radiated electric fields
are typically linearly polarized. Acceptable performance should be defined in the test plan by the end user
or testing organization according to the applicable equipment, subsystem, or system specifications.

4.3.3 IEC Radiated Susceptibility Tests

The IEC counterparts for the RS101 test are IEC 61000-4-8, IEC 61000-4-9, and IEC 61000-4-10.
Operating envelopes corresponding to the Class 4 test level for each IEC test method are shown in
Table 20. The IEC counterpart for the RS103 test is IEC 61000-4-3 and its frequency range is from 26
MHz to 6 GHz. The IEC 61000-4-3 operating envelope corresponding to Level 3 in the standard specifies
a test level of 10 V/m. These levels are acceptable to NRC staff for the IEC radiated susceptibility tests.

Table 20 IEC 61000-4-8, -4-9, and -4-10 Operating Envelopes

Method Test Level
IEC 61000-4-8 30 A/m (152 dBpT)
300 A/m (172 dBpT)
IEC 61000-4-9 300 A/m (172 dBpT)
IEC 61000-4-10 30 A/m (152 dBpT)

4.4 EMI/RFI Susceptibility Test Summary

The CS101 and CS114 tests for power leads, the CS114, CS115, and CS116 tests for signal
leads, and the RS101 and RS103 tests represent the baseline susceptibility testing program. There is an
alternative susceptibility testing program based on IEC 61000-4 is that is acceptable to the NRC staff for
establishing susceptibility characteristics of safety-related I&C systems. Figure 4.4 shows the two
acceptable susceptibility testing programs. Regardless of which susceptibility testing program is chosen,
either should be applied in its entirety, without selective application of individual methods (i.e., no
mixing and matching of test methods) for susceptibility testing.

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 EMI/RFI Susceptibility
Baseline Alternate
MIL-STD IEC

Power Signal Power Signal

Conducted CS101 61000-4-6 61000-4-6

CS114 61000-4-13
CS114
61000-4-16 61000-4-16
CS115
61000-4-4
CS116
61000-4-5
61000-4-12

61000-4-8(*)
RS101(*)
Radiated 61000-4-9(*)
RS103
61000-4-10(*)
61000-4-3

(*) Omission based on proximity to magnetic field emitters

Figure 4.4 Acceptable Alternatives for EMI/RFI Susceptibility Testing

5. Surge Withstand Capability (SWC)

Specific SWC test waveforms and test methods from IEEE Std. C62.41.1-2002, IEEE Std.
C62.41.2-2002, IEEE Std. C62.45-2002 and IEC 61000-4 are acceptable to the NRC staff for evaluating
the effect of power surges on safety-related I&C systems intended for installation in nuclear power
plants. These waveforms and test methods are identified in the guidance below and may be applied for
SWC testing subject to the clarifications and conditions specified. Acceptable limits are given for each
test in the form of identified operating envelopes.

The IEEE Std. C62.41.2-2002 defines a set of surge test waveforms that has manageable
dimensions and represents a baseline surge environment. As discussed below, the NRC staff takes
exception to the single withstand level specified in this standard to represent the surge environment in all
locations. Typical environmental conditions for power surges in a nuclear power plant can be represented
by the waveforms given in Table 21. These waveforms are acceptable to serve as the basis for SWC
testing. IEEE Std. C62.45-2002 describes the associated test methods and equipment to be employed
when performing the surge tests. These test methods are acceptable to NRC staff.

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 Table 21 IEEE Std. C62.41.2-2002 Power Surge Waveforms
Parameter Ring Wave Combination Wave EFT Burst
Waveform Open-circuit Open-circuit Short-circuit Pulses in 15-ms
voltage voltage current bursts
Rise time 0.5 µs 1.2 µs 8 µs 5 ns
Duration 100 kHz ringing 50 µs 20 µs 50 ns

The IEC 61000-4 tests comparable to the IEEE Std. C62.41.2-2002 tests are listed in Table 22.
The test waveforms are the same and the test procedures are very similar. Hence, a direct interchange of
the test methods is acceptable to the NRC staff.

Table 22 Comparable SWC Test Methods

IEEE Std. C62.41-1991 IEC Method
Ring Wave 61000-4-12
Combination Wave 61000-4-5
EFT 61000-4-4

IEEE Std C62.41.2-2002 describes location categories and withstand levels for the surge
waveforms that should provide an appropriate degree of SWC. Location categories depend on the
proximity of equipment to the service entrance and the associated line impedance. Category C covers the
exterior and service entrance. Category B covers feeders and short branch circuits extending to interior
locations from the service entrance. Category A covers outlets and branch circuits in interior locations.
The indicated withstand level at all locations is 6 kV peak voltage for all of the SWC tests, while the peak
current varies according to location.

The withstand levels presented in this regulatory position are based on Category B locations. The
NRC staff has concluded that imposition of the 6 kV level on all tests without regard to location is overly
conservative so an exception in the endorsement of the standard is taken to the specified withstand level.
A determination of the withstand level classification that characterizes a particular location is more
suitable for selecting applicable withstand levels than the application of a single conservative level as
specified in the standard. This is a continuation of prior guidance, and the levels endorsed in Revision 1
of the guide for Category B locations remain acceptable to the NRC staff. Low withstand levels are
appropriate for plant areas known for little load or capacitor switching and limited power surge activity,
while elevated withstand levels are appropriate for locations where primary power is provided through
connection to external lines or there are sources of significant switching transients present. Table 23 lists
the withstand levels that are acceptable for nuclear power plant application. Interior locations where
safety-related I&C systems either are or are likely to be installed include control rooms, remote shutdown
panels, cable spreading rooms, equipment rooms, auxiliary instrument rooms, relay rooms, and other
areas (e.g., the turbine deck). Most locations where safety-related I&C systems are likely to be installed
can be characterized as having low surge conditions. However, locations where primary power is
provided through direct connection to external lines or there are sources of significant switching
transients present (e.g., switchgear, large motors) should be treated as being subject to elevated surge
conditions. A determination of the exposure conditions that characterize a location is necessary to select
instances where the elevated withstand level should be met.

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 Table 23 Surge Withstand Levels for Power Lines
Surge Waveform Low Withstand Level Elevated Withstand Level
Ring Wave 2 kV 4 kV
Combination Wave 2 kV / 1 kA 4 kV / 2 kA
EFT 2 kV 4 kV

5.1 IEEE Std. C62.41 Ring Wave and IEC 61000-4-12

The Ring Wave simulates oscillatory surges of relatively high frequency on the ac power leads of
equipment and subsystems and is represented by an open-circuit voltage waveform. The waveform, a
100-kHz sinusoid, has an initial rise time of 0.5 µs and continually decaying amplitude. A plot of the
waveform is shown in Figure 5.1. The rise time is defined as the time difference between the 10% and
90% amplitude points on the leading edge of the waveform. The amplitude of the waveform decays with
each peak being 60% of the amplitude of the preceding peak of the opposite polarity.

The peak voltage value of the Ring Wave is given in Table 23. For the IEC test, the withstand
levels correspond to Level 3 and Level 4 for the low and elevated surge conditions, respectively. During
the performance of the test, the equipment under test should not exhibit any malfunction or degradation
of performance beyond specified operational tolerances when subjected to the Ring Wave. Acceptable
performance of the equipment under test should be defined in the test plan by the end user or testing
organization according to the applicable equipment, subsystem, or system specifications.

Figure 5.1 100-kHz Ring Wave

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5.2 IEEE Std. C62.41 Combination Wave and IEC 61000-4-5

The Combination Wave involves two exponential waveforms, an open-circuit voltage and a
short-circuit current. It is intended to represent direct lightning discharges, fuse operation, or capacitor
switching on the ac power leads of equipment and subsystems. The open-circuit voltage waveform has a
1.2-µs rise time and an exponential decay with a duration (to 50% of initial peak level) of 50 µs. The
short-circuit current waveform has an 8-µs rise time and a duration of 20 µs. Plots of the waveforms are
shown in Figures 5.2 and 5.3.

The rise time is defined as the time difference between the 10% and 90% amplitude points on
the leading edge of the waveform. The duration is defined as the time between virtual origin and the
time at the 50% amplitude point on the tail of the waveform. Virtual origin is the point where a straight
line between the 30% and 90% points on the leading edge of the waveform intersects the V=0 line for
the open-circuit voltage and the i=0 line for the short-circuit current.

The peak value of the open-circuit voltage of the Combination Wave and the peak value of the
short-circuit current are given in Table 23. For the IEC test, the withstand levels correspond to Level 3 and
Level 4 for the low and elevated surge conditions, respectively. During the performance of the test, the
equipment under test should not exhibit any malfunction or degradation of performance beyond specified
operational tolerances when subjected to the Combination Wave. Acceptable performance of the
equipment under test should be defined in the test plan by the end user or testing organization according to
the applicable equipment, subsystem, or system specifications.

Figure 5.2 Combination Wave, Open-Circuit Voltage

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 Figure 5.3 Combination Wave, Short-Circuit Current

5.3 IEEE Std. C62.41 Electrically Fast Transients and IEC 61000-4-4

The EFT waveform consists of repetitive bursts, with each burst containing individual
unidirectional pulses, and is intended to represent local load switching on the ac power leads of
equipment and subsystems. The individual EFT pulses have a 5-ns rise time and a duration (width at half-
maximum) of 50 ns. Plots of the EFT pulse waveform and the pattern of the EFT bursts are shown in
Figures 5.4 and 5.5. The number of pulses in a burst is determined by the pulse frequency. The pulse
frequency is 5 kHz±1 kHz. For testing under IEC 61000-4-4, the 100 kHz±20kHz option for pulse
frequency, with the associated 0.75 ms burst duration, can be alternately selected. The selection of pulse
frequency of 2.5 kHz±0.5 kHz for peaks greater than 2 kV, as specified in IEEE C62.41.2-2002, is not
necessary.

The rise time is the time difference between the 10% and 90% amplitude points on the leading edge of the
waveform. The duration is the time between the 50% amplitude points on the leading and trailing edges of
each individual pulse. Individual pulses occur in bursts of 15 ms duration.

The peak value of the individual EFT pulses is given in Table 23. For the IEC test, the withstand
levels correspond to Level 3 and Level 4 for the low and elevated surge conditions, respectively. During
the performance of the test, the equipment under test should not exhibit any malfunction or degradation
of performance beyond specified operational tolerances when subjected to the EFT pulses. Acceptable
performance of the equipment under test should be defined in the test plan by the end user or testing
organization according to the applicable equipment, subsystem, or system specifications.

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 Figure 5.4 Waveform of the EFT Pulse

Figure 5.5 Pattern of EFT Bursts

6. Electrostatic Discharge Testing

The electrostatic discharge (ESD) immunity test method IEC 61000-4 is acceptable to the NRC
staff for performing ESD withstand testing of safety-related I&C systems intended for installation in
nuclear power plants. Acceptable limits are given for the test in the form of identified operating
envelopes.

IEC Std. 61000-4-2, “Testing and Measurement Techniques - Electrostatic Discharge Immunity
Test” (Ref. 39), provides a test method that can be used to establish the withstand capability of electrical
and electronic equipment subjected to static electricity discharges, i.e., the sudden transfer of charge
between two objects at differing electrostatic potential. It addresses the test levels, setup, equipment, and

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procedures for testing electrical and electronic equipment to assure their immunity to electrostatic
discharge.

The test voltage to be applied depends on the environment and installation conditions. Contact
discharge refers to the method of testing in which the electrode of the test generator comes into contact
with the equipment under test and the discharge is actuated by the discharge switch within the generator.
By contrast, air discharge refers to the method of testing in which the charged electrode of the test
generator is moved towards the equipment under test until it discharges on it without actually touching
the equipment. The test levels acceptable to NRC staff are 8 kV for direct contact discharge and 15 kV for
indirect air discharge. These conditions correspond to environments with very low humidity and extensive
use of synthetic fabrics (which promote generation of higher electrostatic charges by personnel).

The focus for the test should be centered on discharges that may occur during normal operation
and the test points should be based on accessibility. For example, components such as panel displays,
keyboards and control/input devices are touched frequently during operational activities and, thus, should
be tested. Specifically, touch points that are electrically isolated from ground should be tested. Cables that
are accessible during normal operations or are in close proximity to touch points should be tested at their
entry point to equipment or cabinets. During the performance of the test, the equipment under test should
not exhibit any malfunction or degradation of performance beyond specified operational tolerances when
subjected to the electrostatic discharges. Acceptable performance of the equipment under test should be
defined in the test plan by the end user or testing organization according to the applicable equipment,
subsystem, or system specifications.

7. Documentation

Electromagnetic compatibility documentation should demonstrate that safety-related I&C

equipment meets its specifications and is compatible with the projected electromagnetic environment,
that the user adheres to acceptable installation practices, and that administrative controls have been
established covering the allowable proximity of portable EMI/RFI sources. Data used to demonstrate
the compatibility of the equipment with its projected environment should be pertinent to the
application and be organized in a readily understandable and traceable manner that permits
independent auditing of the conclusion presented.

The content of electromagnetic compatibility documentation should include the information

listed below, as well as any additional information specified in the standards cited by this RG. These
items, as a minimum, could be included as part of a qualification or dedication file.

1. Identification of the equipment

2. Specifications on the equipment
3. Identification of safety functions to be demonstrated by test data
4. Test plan
5. Test results, including
5.1 Objective of the test
5.2 Detailed description of test item
5.3 Description and photographs of test setup, instrumentation, and calibration data
5.4 Test procedure
5.5 Summary of test data, accuracy, and anomalies
5.6 Resolution of anomalies
6. The installation practices employed and administrative controls established to
alleviate potential EMI/RFI and power surge exposure
7. Summary and conclusions

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8. Approval signature and date.

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 D. IMPLEMENTATION
The NRC staff may use this regulatory guide as a reference in its regulatory processes, such as
licensing, inspection, or enforcement. However, the NRC staff does not intend to use the guidance in this
regulatory guide to support NRC staff actions in a manner that would constitute backfitting as that term is
defined in 10 CFR 50.109, “Backfitting,” and as described in NRC Management Directive 8.4,
“Management of Backfitting, Forward Fitting, Issue Finality, and Information Requests,” (Ref. 40), nor
does the NRC staff intend to use the guidance to affect the issue finality of an approval under 10 CFR Part
52, “Licenses, Certifications, and Approvals for Nuclear Power Plants.” The staff also does not intend to
use the guidance to support NRC staff actions in a manner that constitutes forward fitting as that term is
defined and described in Management Directive 8.4. If a licensee believes that the NRC is using this
regulatory guide in a manner inconsistent with the discussion in this Implementation section, then the
licensee may file a backfitting or forward fitting appeal with the NRC in accordance with the process in
Management Directive 8.4.

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1. U.S. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), “Domestic Licensing of Production and Utilization
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4. IEEE Std. 279-1971, “Criteria for Protection Systems for Nuclear Power Generating Stations,”
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10. International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 61000-3, “Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) -

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3 All NRC documents listed herein are available electronically through the NRC Library or Electronic Reading Room on
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inspection or copying for a fee from the NRC’s Public Document Room (PDR) at 11555 Rockville Pike, Rockville,
MD; the mailing address is USNRC PDR, Washington, DC 20555; telephone 301-415-4737 or 800-397-4209; fax 301
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4 Copies of Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) documents may be purchased from the Institute of
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5 Copies of Military, DoD, Federal, NASA, DOE, and Government specifications, standards, handbooks, and
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6 Copies of International Electrical Commission (IEC) documents may be obtained through their Web site:
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Switzerland, Telephone +41 22 919 02 11.

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11. IEC 61000-4, “Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) - Part 4: Testing and Measurement
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12. IEC 61000-6, Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) - Part 6: Generic Standards,” 2011, Geneva,
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15. IEEE Std. C62.41.2-2002, “IEEE Recommended Practice on Characterization of Surges in Low-
Voltage (1000 V or Less) AC Power Circuits,” 2002, New York, NY.

16. IEEE Std. C62.45-2002, “IEEE Recommended Practice on Surge Testing for Equipment
Connected to Low-Voltage (1000 V or Less) AC Power Circuits,” 2002, New York, NY.

17. NRC, NUREG/CR-5941, “Technical Basis for Evaluating Electromagnetic and Radio-Frequency
Interference in Safety-Related I&C Systems,” April 1994, Washington, DC (ADAMS Accession
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18. NRC, NUREG/CR-6431, “Recommended Electromagnetic Operating Envelopes for Safety-

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19. NRC, NUREG/CR-5609, “Electromagnetic Compatibility Testing for Conducted Susceptibility

Along Interconnecting Signal Lines,” August 2003, Washington, DC (ADAMS Accession
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20. NRC, NUREG/CR-6782, “Comparison of U.S. Military and International Electromagnetic

Compatibility Guidance,” August 2003, Washington, DC (ADAMS Accession ML033000345).

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25. IEC Comité International Spécial des Perturbations Radioélectriques (CISPR) standard
CISPR 16-2-1, “Specification for radio disturbance and immunity measuring apparatus and

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 methods – Part 2-1: Methods of measurement of disturbances and immunity – Conducted
disturbance measurements,” 2016, Geneva, Switzerland.

26. IEC CISPR 16-2-3, “Specification for radio disturbance and immunity measuring apparatus and
methods – Part 2-3: Methods of measurement of disturbances and immunity – Radiated
disturbance measurements,” 2016, Geneva, Switzerland.

27. ORNL/TM-2002/257, “Conducted Susceptibility Tests on an Artifact Using IEC and MIL-STD
Test Methods,” July 2002, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Oak Ridge, TN (ADAMS Accession
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28. CFR, “Radio frequency devices,” Part 15, Chapter I, Title 47, “Telecommunication.” (47 CFR
Part 15).

29. IEC 61000-4-3 (2010), “Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) - Part 4: Testing and Measurement
Techniques, Section 3: Radiated, Radio-Frequency, Electromagnetic Field Immunity Test,” 2010,
Geneva, Switzerland.

30. IEC 61000-4-4 (2012), “Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) - Part 4: Testing and Measurement
Techniques, Section 4: Electrical Fast Transient/Burst Immunity Test,” 2012, Geneva, Switzerland.

31. IEC 61000-4-5 (2014), “Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) - Part 4: Testing and Measurement
Techniques, Section 5: Surge Immunity Test,” 2014, Geneva, Switzerland.

32. IEC 61000-4-6 (2013), “Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) - Part 4: Testing and Measurement
Techniques, Section 6: Immunity to Conducted Disturbances, Induced by Radio-Frequency
Fields,” 2013, Geneva, Switzerland.

33. IEC 61000-4-8 (2009), “Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) - Part 4: Testing and Measurement
Techniques, Section 8: Power Frequency Magnetic Field Immunity Test,” 2009, Geneva,
Switzerland.

34. IEC 61000-4-9 (2001), “Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) - Part 4: Testing and Measurement
Techniques, Section 9: Pulse Magnetic Field Immunity Test,” 2001, Geneva, Switzerland.

35. IEC 61000-4-10 (2001), “Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) - Part 4: Testing and
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36. IEC 61000-4-12 (2006), “Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) - Part 4: Testing and
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38. IEC 61000-4-16 (2011), “Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) - Part 4: Testing and
Measurement Techniques, Section 16: Test for Immunity to Conducted, Common Mode
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39. IEC 61000-4-2 (2008), “Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) - Part 4: Testing and Measurement
Techniques, Section 2: Electrostatic Discharge Immunity Test,” 2008, Geneva, Switzerland.

40. NRC, Management Directive 8.4, “Management of Facility specific Backfitting and Information
Collection,” Washington, DC.

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