DEKRA Product Testing
Uncover any complications for your product development early on?
Pre compliance test
Well-prepared for EMC, safety, and RF testing
Developing an electrical or electronic device is often a lengthy and costly process. Therefore, it is important for entrepreneurs that the process proceeds according to plan and that the product can reach the market without delay. However, before that can happen, it must pass the necessary tests. If it doesn't succeed on the first try, it can be a significant setback. You will not only need to invest extra to resolve the identified issue, but also to have the device retested.
Fortunately, this scenario can be easily avoided with the help of pre-compliance testing. DEKRA not only performs compliance tests (such as
EMC tests
) but also pre-compliance tests. With these tests, you can identify and resolve potential errors at an earlier stage of product development. And the final test? There’s a good chance your device will pass without any issues. These pre-compliance tests are suitable for EMC, safety, and
RF(radio) testing
.
What is the difference between pre-compliance and full compliance?
A key difference between pre-compliance and full compliance is that a full compliance test is intended for the final versions of devices. It is the last step before it can be brought to market. Pre-compliance is specifically intended for the initial stages of product development. They do not necessarily have to focus on the entire design. It is possible to have only a specific part of the product tested. Based on that, you can address any issues, increasing the likelihood that your device will pass the final test successfully.
Why conduct a pre-compliance test?
The main reason to conduct pre-compliance tests is that potential problems are identified early. Making adjustments before a product is finished is often easier than after completion. This helps prevent unnecessary additional costs later on and a greater time investment. Moreover, it provides more assurance during the final compliance test. The likelihood of your device failing this test is significantly reduced. Here are the benefits of a pre-compliance test summarized:
- It helps keep development on schedule, allowing your product to reach the market more quickly.
- It provides clarity about the EMC, safety, or RF (radio frequency) of the device before the final compliance test.
- There is a lower risk of the device failing the full compliance test.
- No unnecessary extra costs.