Abstract

A PD GaN fast charger counts as an external power supply and needs safety and EMC certifications for export. The PD GaN fast charger must satisfy safety, EMC and energy requirements of destination countries. This PD GaN fast charger covers hipot, leakage current, EMI and efficiency limit parameters. Planning certification matrix in advance shortens launch timeline and reduces certification failure risk.

1. North American Certification

For North America, the PD GaN fast charger requires UL62368 safety certification. The PD GaN fast charger also needs FCC EMC certification for noise control. Energy performance of the PD GaN fast charger must comply with DOE Level VI.

2. EU and UK Certification

To sell in EU, the PD GaN fast charger needs CE covering LVD and EMC directives. The PD GaN fast charger requires UKCA for United Kingdom market. Energy efficiency of the PD GaN fast charger follows EU ErP.

3. Australia, New Zealand, Japan Certifications

The PD GaN fast charger needs RCM for Australia and PSE for Japan. Creepage and leakage current requirements for the PD GaN fast charger vary slightly by territory. Design must account for regional differences early.

4. Core Certification Test Parameters

Safety tests of the PD GaN fast charger include hipot, touch leakage, housing flame resistance and temperature rise. EMC tests of the PD GaN fast charger cover conducted and radiated emission. Four-point efficiency test is required separately for the PD GaN fast charger.

5. Value of Pre-Testing

Pre-scan is recommended before formal certification submission of the PD GaN fast charger. It catches hardware defects early and prevents costly rework for the PD GaN fast charger.

Conclusion

Full certification package is mandatory for global launch of the PD GaN fast charger. For multi-country certification document lists of a PD GaN fast charger, contact Simsukian for materials.

References

1. USB-IF USB Power Delivery Specification

2. IEC 62680-1-2 USB PD International Standard

3. IEC 62368-1 AV and ICT Equipment Safety Standard