• EMProbe: 9kHz- 18 GHz, 0.2mm resolution, EMC robotic scanner
  • EMProbe: 9kHz- 18 GHz, 0.2mm resolution, EMC robotic scanner
  • EMProbe: 9kHz- 18 GHz, 0.2mm resolution, EMC robotic scanner
  • EMProbe: 9kHz- 18 GHz, 0.2mm resolution, EMC robotic scanner

EMProbe: 9kHz- 18 GHz, 0.2mm resolution, EMC robotic scanner

Component-side scanning | Adjustable probe height | External analyzer

EMProbe automates a handheld near-field probe over the component side of a PCB or around a non-flat assembly. Program scan height and position in EMViewer, then acquire RF measurements with a compatible external spectrum analyzer. The compact arm is suited to repeatable bench investigations, with larger arm or extension configurations available for application-specific work.

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SPECIFICATIONS

EMProbe - Automated Near-Field Robotic EMI Scanner

Component-side scanning | Adjustable probe height | External analyzer

EMProbe near-field EMC and EMI diagnostic system

Application and capabilities

EMProbe automates a handheld near-field probe over the component side of a PCB or around a non-flat assembly. Program scan height and position in EMViewer, then acquire RF measurements with a compatible external spectrum analyzer. The compact arm is suited to repeatable bench investigations, with larger arm or extension configurations available for application-specific work.

  • Locate RF sources around components, traces, cables and assemblies.
  • Compare before/after changes using consistent probe orientation, height and analyzer settings.
  • Use EMViewer to connect measurement values with their location on the DUT.

Technical specifications

SpecificationDetails
Measurement method Compact robotic arm
Spectrum analyzer External instrument supported by EMViewer; 50-ohm RF input required for NFP Kit
Frequency coverage Determined by selected probe, analyzer and RF path; dedicated robotic datasheets specify up to 14 GHz for supplied set, with E-field probe listed to 18 GHz
Scan area / workspace 300 mm radius, standard arm
Scan spacing / positioning 7.5 to 0.2 mm scan spacing
Axes Compact arm; confirm axes and workspace for selected configuration
Overlays Gerber RS274x, HPGL and JPEG
Operating system Windows 10/11 per retained datasheet
Frequency accuracy Spectrum-analyzer peak-marker accuracy
Probe uniformity Dependent on selected probe and correction
RF power limit Dependent on probe and spectrum-analyzer performance
Operating temperature 15-40 degrees C
Net weight 3.40 kg excluding cables/adapter
Scan height entry in datasheet 150 mm (the source labels this as radius); confirm usable vertical travel
Optional extension X-axis extension described with reach to 900 mm; separate option
Measurement capabilities Spectral/spatial scans, peak hold, continuous scans, scan comparisons, scripting, limit lines and reports

Probe selection and frequency coverage

ProbeFieldPublished operating band
HXY 10A02 Magnetic 10 MHz-300 MHz
HXY 20A02 Magnetic 100 MHz-1.4 GHz
HZ 40A02 Magnetic 1-14 GHz
HXY 60A01 Magnetic 1-13 GHz
E 00A02 Electric 1.6-18 GHz in retained datasheets; current NFP Kit webpage states 1.6-14 GHz

System components

Documented system components

  • Computer-controlled robotic arm
  • Y.I.C. NFPSet: five electric/magnetic near-field probes
  • Arm power supply and USB cable, per standard EMProbe setup guide

User-supplied or separately specified

  • Compatible external spectrum analyzer and RF connection
  • PC with the supported EMViewer release
  • DUT power, mounting and access for the intended probe path

Measurement workflow

StepWhat the engineer does
1. Configure Choose the frequency band, analyzer settings and scan area; connect the DUT and measurement system.
2. Locate Run a spectral or spatial scan to identify frequencies and emission hot spots.
3. Investigate Refine the region, probe position or resolution while keeping the setup controlled.
4. Compare Repeat after a design change, compare results and retain maps and reports.

Software and configuration

EMViewer links scan position with RF measurements. Available modes include spectral sweeps, spatial hot-spot maps and combined scans. Confirm the supported software release, analyzer driver, license and support term when configuring the system.

EMViewer software information | Spectrum-analyzer compatibility

Mechanical positioning repeatability and programmed scan spacing are different from electromagnetic resolving power; the probe size, height and field distribution also matter.

The current manufacturer robotic pages contain conflicting shared values. The model-specific retained datasheet supplies the detailed mechanical ratings shown here. RF coverage must be confirmed for the delivered probe set.

Datasheets and setup resources

Manufacturer product information

Compare Y.I.C. near-field scanning solutions

Choose the measurement method, analyzer configuration and workspace that fit your DUT. Select a product name or picture for its full details.

ProductMethod / best fitRF coverage / analyzerScan area or workspaceSampling / positioning
EMScanner near-field EMC and EMI diagnostic system
EMScanner		 Fixed H-field array

Fast PCB overview and design comparisons		 150 kHz to 8 GHz

External, compatible		 316 x 218 mm 7.5 mm pitch; 3.75 mm effective
EMScannerR near-field EMC and EMI diagnostic system
EMScannerR		 High-resolution array

Dense PCB hot-spot detail		 150 kHz to 8 GHz

External, compatible		 316 x 218 mm 7.5 to 0.06 mm; 8 levels
EMScanner+ near-field EMC and EMI diagnostic system
EMScanner+		 Fixed H-field array

Fast PCB overview and design comparisons		 150 kHz to 6 GHz

Internal BB60C		 316 x 218 mm 7.5 mm pitch; 3.75 mm effective
EMScannerR+ near-field EMC and EMI diagnostic system
EMScannerR+		 High-resolution array

Dense PCB hot-spot detail		 150 kHz to 6 GHz

Internal BB60C		 316 x 218 mm 7.5 to 0.06 mm; 8 levels
NFP Kit near-field EMC and EMI diagnostic system
NFP Kit		 Handheld, camera-tracked

Interactive troubleshooting and flexible probing		 Probe/analyzer dependent; see probe table

External, compatible		 Camera field of view / setup Manual positioning; tracking/setup dependent
EMProbe near-field EMC and EMI diagnostic system
EMProbe		 Compact robotic arm

Component-side and variable-height scans		 Probe/analyzer dependent; see probe table

External, compatible		 300 mm radius, standard arm 7.5 to 0.2 mm scan spacing
EMProbe DBM E6 near-field EMC and EMI diagnostic system
EMProbe DBM E6		 6-axis robot

Repeatable multi-angle scans		 Probe/analyzer dependent; see probe table

External, compatible		 450 mm radius 0.1 mm scan spacing; 0.01 mm repeatability
EMProbe CR5 near-field EMC and EMI diagnostic system
EMProbe CR5		 Custom 6-axis robot

Larger DUTs and custom fixtures		 Selected probes and analyzer

External, compatible		 900 mm working-radius example; usable scan envelope customized +/-0.02 mm robot repeatability; scan spacing specified per project
Array spacing, effective resolution, robotic scan spacing and robot repeatability describe different properties. Probe systems do not have one continuous guaranteed frequency range independent of the selected probe and analyzer. CR5 values are a project example; final specifications are defined by quotation. Near-field diagnostics support EMC development and do not replace a formal emissions compliance test.
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