Abstract

As a safety-critical part, a power adapter must meet target market certification for export. Common certifications of the power adapter include UL, CE, FCC, UKCA and CCC. This power adapter covers certification standards, test items and certification marks, helping exporters plan the certification matrix in advance to avoid delays and lower certification cost.

1. North American Market Certification

To enter North America, the power adapter needs UL or ETL certification. Certification of the power adapter follows UL62368 safety standard. FCC certification of the power adapter targets EMC requirements.

2. European Market Certification

For the EU market, the power adapter must meet CE covering low voltage and EMC directives. UK versions of the power adapter require UKCA certification. European energy efficiency of the power adapter follows ErP directive.

3. China and Emerging Market Certification

To enter China, the power adapter requires CCC certification. Other regions of the power adapter include RCM for Australia and PSE for Japan. Certification of the power adapter in emerging markets is tightening and needs early evaluation.

4. Certification Test Item Parameters

Certification tests of the power adapter cover hipot, leakage current, temperature rise and EMC. Energy efficiency testing of the power adapter is separate, meeting DOE/ErP limits. Certification cycle and cost should be included in planning.

5. Value of Certification for Export

Complete certification of the power adapter is prerequisite for customs clearance and launch. Early certification of the power adapter greatly shortens time-to-market. Suppliers with multi-country certification earn customer trust.

Conclusion

Global certification of the power adapter decides successful export. For certificate lists of multi-country certified power adapter, contact Simsukian for support.

References

1. IEC 62368-1 Audio/video, information and communication technology equipment safety standard

2. DOE Level VI External Power Supply Standard (US)

3. IEC 63002 Interoperability specifications for external power supplies