Surge Telecom Test

ARRAA Labs provides the best Telecom Surge Testing services in Chennai, India, ensuring compliance with international safety and performance standards. A surge test in EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) is an evaluation conducted to assess a device’s resilience against sudden, short-duration voltage spikes or surges. Surges can be caused by various factors, including lightning strikes, switching operations in power grids, or other disturbances in electrical systems. These high-energy surges can potentially damage electronic devices or disrupt their functionality if they are not adequately protected.

  • During the surge test, the device is subjected to a controlled surge of electrical energy. This energy is applied in the form of short, high-voltage pulses to simulate real-world surge events. The purpose is to determine if the device can withstand these surges without malfunctioning, sustaining damage, or causing electromagnetic interference to other nearby devices.
  • Compliance with surge testing standards is essential for gaining certifications and approvals necessary for commercializing electronic products in various markets worldwide. These standards vary across regions and industries, so it’s crucial for manufacturers to ensure their products meet the specific surge test requirements relevant to their target markets.
  • IEC/BS EN 61000-4-5 is a standard that specifies test procedures and immunity levels.

The Surge / Telecom Surge Immunity Test as per IEC/BS EN 61000-4-5 is a critical EMC test used to evaluate the immunity of electrical and electronic equipment against high-energy transient overvoltages caused by lightning strikes and switching events in power and telecommunication networks. At ARRAA Labs, we provide comprehensive surge immunity testing services in accordance with IEC 61000-4-5:2014 + AMD1:2017, EN/BS EN 61000-4-5:2014 + A1:2017, and IS 14700 (Part 4 / Section 5):2019 standards. Our advanced testing facility supports voltage peak levels up to ±4 kV, ensuring your products comply with national and international EMC requirements and demonstrate reliable performance under severe surge conditions.

Surge Test
LevelTest Voltage kVMaximum Peak Current A
10.5250
21500
321000
442000
xaSpecialSpecial
surge and eft test
Discipline / GroupMeasurand or Reference
Material
Calibration or Measurement
Method or procedure
Measurement range and
additional parameters
where applicable(Range
and Frequency
* Calibration and
Measurement
Capability(CMC)(±)
ELECTRO- TECHNICAL-
EMI/ EMC (Measure)
Telecom Surge Test
System: CDN Output
@ 27.5 ohm
Impedance - Current
Front Time
Using Digital
Oscilloscope &
current probe by
Direct Method as per
IEC 61000-4- 5:
2017
3.2 μs9.88 %
ELECTRO- TECHNICAL-
EMI/ EMC (Measure)
Telecom Surge Test
System: CDN Output
@ 27.5 ohm
Impedance - Current
Pulse Width
Using Digital
Oscilloscope &
current probe by
Direct Method as per
IEC 61000-4- 5:
2017
250 μs9.99 %
ELECTRO- TECHNICAL-
EMI/ EMC (Measure)
Telecom Surge Test
System: CDN Output
@ 27.5 ohm
Impedance - Voltage
Front Time
Using Digital
Oscilloscope & High
Voltage differential
probe by Direct
Method as per IEC
61000- 4-5:2017
8 μs9.97 %
ELECTRO- TECHNICAL-
EMI/ EMC (Measure)
Telecom Surge Test
System: CDN Output
@ 27.5 ohm
Impedance - Voltage
Pulse Width
Using Digital
Oscilloscope & High
Voltage differential
probe by Direct
Method as per IEC
61000- 4-5:2017
250 μs9.56 %
ELECTRO- TECHNICAL-
EMI/ EMC (Measure)
Telecom Surge Test
System: Generator &
CDN Output @ 40,
27.5 & 15 ohm
Impedance - Voltage
Amplitude
Using Digital
Oscilloscope & High
Voltage differential
probe by Direct
Method as per IEC
61000- 4-5:2017
(±) 200 V to (±) 7 kV9.35 % to 9.75 %
ELECTRO- TECHNICAL-
EMI/ EMC (Measure)
Telecom Surge Test
System: Generator
Output @ 15 ohm
Impedance - Current
Amplitude
Using Digital
Oscilloscope &
current probe by
Direct Method as per
IEC 61000-4- 5:
2017
(±) 13.3 A to (±) 466.7 A9.81 % to 9.71 %
ELECTRO- TECHNICAL-
EMI/ EMC (Measure)
Telecom Surge Test
System: Generator
Output @ 27.5 ohm
Impedance - Current
Amplitude
Using Digital
Oscilloscope &
current probe by
Direct Method as per
IEC 61000-4- 5:
2017
(±) 7.3 A to (±) 255
A
9.94 % to 9.58 %
ELECTRO- TECHNICAL-
EMI/ EMC (Measure)
Telecom Surge Test
System: Generator
Output @ 40 & 15
ohm Impedance -
Current Front Time
Using Digital
Oscilloscope &
current probe by
Direct Method as per
IEC 61000-4- 5:
2017
5 μs9.9 %
ELECTRO- TECHNICAL-
EMI/ EMC (Measure)
Telecom Surge Test
System: Generator
Output @ 40 & 15
ohm Impedance -
Current Pulse Width
Using Digital
Oscilloscope &
current probe by
Direct Method as per
IEC 61000-4- 5:
2017
320 μs9.82 %
ELECTRO- TECHNICAL-
EMI/ EMC (Measure)
Telecom Surge Test
System: Generator
Output @ 40 & 15
ohm Impedance -
Voltage Front Time
Using Digital
Oscilloscope & High
Voltage differential
probe by Direct
Method as per IEC
61000- 4-5:2017
10 μs9.79 %
ELECTRO- TECHNICAL-
EMI/ EMC (Measure)
Telecom Surge Test
System: Generator
Output @ 40 & 15
ohm Impedance -
Voltage Pulse Width
Using Digital
Oscilloscope & High
Voltage differential
probe by Direct
Method as per IEC
61000- 4-5:2017
700 μs10.08 %
ELECTRO- TECHNICAL-
EMI/ EMC (Measure)
Telecom Surge Test
System: Generator
Output @ 40 ohm
Impedance - Current
Amplitude
Using Digital
Oscilloscope &
current probe by
Direct Method as per
IEC 61000-4- 5:
2017
(±) 5 A to (±) 175 A10.46 % to 9.73 %

For reliable Telecom Surge Testing of Electrical and Electronic Products, contact ARRAA Labs in Chennai, India. We offer expert testing services in compliance with international standards. And personalized assistance, don’t hesitate to connect with our team at (+91) 90433 23091. Alternatively, you can share your specific requirements via email at enquiry@arraalabs.com. At ARRAA Labs, our dedicated team specializes in delivering high-quality lab services tailored to your needs. Reach out today and experience excellence in testing, inspection, and certification.