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Eli

Evaluating the asymmetric and small foot print receivers, I cannot see any that
you have EMC problems with your receiver, not emissions sources and not
Emission receptors that may influence on the operation mode.
But there are some good practice rules to use during ant design, especially the first
clause.

Your circuit is considered as SELV, apart the Safety considerations, I cannot see
any obstacles, when ready we will add it to the CB reports of the OfficeMat and
PortableMat,

1. Avoid and minimize ground loops and signal loops. Each signal has its
return, using common return for signals creates ground loops. Eliminate
Ground Loops. In your circuit there is only isolated ground, but still loops may
exist. See examples. Note that VCC and Grounds should have the same
consideration.

2. Decouple VCC lines with 0.1μF capacitor

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3. Maximize rise and fall time on signals, sharp edges produce wide HF
spectra and also reduces crosstalk. See the below signal emission the above
with sharp rise time and the below with wide rise fall time.

Signal with sharp edges (short rise and fall time) see its spectrum, this may leads to
excessive RF emission

Same signal with longer rise and fall time see its spectrum.

4. Use low pass filter on power lines to reduce harmonics.


5. Use VCC and GND plans as much as possible in order to reduce loop
and as decoupling.

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Safety Considerations:.

1. Conductor Thickness and Width

The PCB conductor thickness and width will determine the current carrying
capacity of the track. The IPC standard for the conductor thickness and width
of the common 1 oz/square-feet PCB is as shown below. However, it is always
advisable to use a bigger value due to the tolerance and variation of the PCB
processes. If higher current carrying capacity is required, a 2 oz/square-feet or
3 oz/square-feet type of PCB is preferred. Many electronics hobbyist prefer to
solder a thick cooper conductor on the PCB track to increase the current
carrying capacity of the track.

2. PCB Design Electrical Clearance

3. All components in SELV are mounted on PCB having flammability rating


min. UL94V-1. temperature rated min. 105°C

4. Plastic of enclosure flammability rating UL94V-0.

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5. Battery protection should address the following undesired events or
conditions:
5.1. Excessive current during charging or discharging.
5.2. Short circuit
5.3. Over voltage - Overcharging
5.4. Under voltage - Exceeding preset depth of discharge (DOD) limits
5.5. High ambient temperature
5.6. Overheating - Exceeding the cell temperature limit
5.7. Pressure build up inside the cell
5.8. System isolation in case of an accident
5.9. Abuse

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