MIL-STD-461 RS105

RS105, defined in MIL-STD-461, tests the ability of electronic equipment or subsystems to withstand high-intensity, fast-rising electromagnetic pulses—often representative of a nuclear electromagnetic pulse (NEMP) or other transient, high-energy events. This test applies primarily to equipment intended for use outside shielded or hardened facilities where large, fast-changing fields can be a threat to mission-critical systems.

During an RS105 test, a double-exponential pulse with a rapid rise time—often on the order of nanoseconds—is generated at field levels that can reach up to 50 kV/m (–0 dB, +6 dB). The Equipment Under Test (EUT) is exposed to these pulses repeatedly, typically five or more times, at different orientations or positions to ensure comprehensive coverage. Specialized test equipment creates these powerful fields under controlled conditions, usually in shielded enclosures designed to protect the outside environment and ensure repeatable results.

Throughout testing, the EUT is continuously monitored for operational performance, looking for any signs of malfunction, data loss, resets, or permanent damage. Passing the RS105 test indicates that the equipment retains full functionality and meets performance criteria under extreme electromagnetic conditions. Consequently, RS105 compliance is critical for defense, aerospace, and other high-reliability applications that require robust protection from intense radiated transient events.

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NEMP-WM - Chamber Wall Mount RS105 Test System >50kV/m

NEMP-WM- RS105 Test System

Compliance: Meets MIL-STD-461 RS105 standards for NEMP testing.
High Precision: Generates a minimum electric field of 50 kV/m, with higher fields available for smaller devices.
Portable Design: Easy to move frame and compact design for versatile placement options
User-Friendly: Controlled via computer with RS232 and USB interfaces.
Versatile Testing: Use an Existing Chamber and get the maximum size test volume. non-permanent install when needed
Robust Specifications: Quick rise time of 2.3 ns and pulse length of 23 ns, ensuring accurate and reliable results.

NEMP050 - Mobile RS105 Test System < 50kV/m, 50 cm Height

NEMP050 Radiated Susceptibility Test System

Compliance: Meets MIL-STD-461 RS105 standards for NEMP testing.
High Precision: Generates a minimum electric field of 50 kV/m, with higher fields available for smaller devices.
Portable Design: Tabletop Easy-to-move frame and compact setup for versatile placement.
User-Friendly: Controlled via computer with RS232 and USB interfaces.
Versatile Testing: Ideal for assessing small electronics like printed circuit boards and subsystems.
Robust Specifications: Quick rise time of 2.3 ns and pulse length of 23 ns, ensuring accurate and reliable results.

NEMP140 - Mobile RS105 Test System < 50kV/m, 140 cm Height

NEMP140 Radiated Susceptibility Test System

Compliance: Meets MIL-STD-461 RS105 standards for NEMP testing.
High Precision: Generates a minimum electric field of 50 kV/m, with higher fields available for smaller devices.
Portable Design: Easy-to-move frame and compact setup for versatile placement.
User-Friendly: Controlled via computer with RS232 and USB interfaces.
Versatile Testing: Ideal for assessing small electronics like printed circuit boards and subsystems.
Robust Specifications: Quick rise time of 2.3 ns and pulse length of 23 ns, ensuring accurate and reliable results.

NEMPxxxx-O Outdoor Permanent RS105 Test System

Compliance: Meets MIL-STD-461 RS105 standards for NEMP testing.
High Precision: Generates a minimum electric field of 50 kV/m, with higher fields available for smaller devices.
Permanent Design: to stand up to the yearly weather, whether elements, wind, snow, or ice.
User-Friendly: Controlled via computer with RS232 and USB interfaces.
Versatile Testing: Ideal for assessing Large electronics, systems, and subsystems.
Robust Specifications: Quick rise time of 2.3 ns and pulse length of 23 ns, ensuring accurate and reliable results.

NEMP360 - Mobile RS105 Test System >50kV/m, 360 cm Height

NEMP360 Radiated Susceptibility Test System

Compliance: Meets MIL-STD-461 RS105 standards for NEMP testing.
High Precision: Generates a minimum electric field of 50 kV/m, with higher fields available for smaller devices.
Portable Design: Easy-to-move frame and compact setup for versatile placement.
User-Friendly: Controlled via computer with RS232 and USB interfaces.
Versatile Testing: Ideal for assessing EUTs up to appox. 4m x 2m x 1m.
Robust Specifications: Quick rise time of 2.3 ns and pulse length of 23 ns, ensuring accurate and reliable results.

NEMP500 - Mobile RS105 Test System >50kV/m, 500 cm Height

NEMP500 Radiated Susceptibility Test System

Compliance: Meets MIL-STD-461 RS105 standards for NEMP testing.
High Precision: Generates a minimum electric field of 50 kV/m, with higher fields available for smaller devices.
Portable Design: Easy-to-move frame and compact setup for versatile placement.
User-Friendly: Controlled via computer with RS232 and USB interfaces.
Versatile Testing: Ideal for assessing EUTs up to appox. 5.5m x 3m x 1.5m.
Robust Specifications: Quick rise time of 2.3 ns and pulse length of 23 ns, ensuring accurate and reliable results.

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MIL-STD-461 RS105