Power & Spectrum Occupancy
Transmitter output power, power spectral density, occupied bandwidth, frequency stability and duty cycle, as required by the applicable method.
RF & Wireless Testing Laboratory
RADIO COMPLIANCE · WIRELESS PRODUCTS · MILLIMETRE WAVE
Accredited RF Testing for Global Markets
Stancer Testing-Lab provides radio frequency (RF) testing and wireless testing services for manufacturers developing wireless products for international markets. Bring us your radio design, operating bands and target markets. We help your team define the required measurements, evaluate transmitter behaviour and prepare technical evidence for the applicable product-authorization process.
Our laboratory in Laval, Quebec, supports wireless product development and market-access programs for international clients. A2LA accreditation to ISO/IEC 17025:2017, certificate 7352.01, covers listed FCC, ISED RSS and ETSI radio methods. We also support antenna characterization and specialist high-frequency measurements, with the setup and accreditation coverage identified for each project.
325 GHzMaximum frequency in the FCC scope tables
A2LA 7352.01ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation
FCC · ISED · ETSIListed regulatory test methods
RF Compliance Testing: Radio Measurements
Radio transmitter testing evaluates power, spectrum occupancy and unwanted emissions against the applicable requirements. The measurement program depends on the radio technology, operating band, antenna arrangement and destination market. We define the relevant limits and configurations before formal testing.
Spurious Emissions & Band-Edge Testing
Conducted and radiated spurious emissions, harmonics, band-edge emissions and spectral masks to evaluate energy outside the intended transmission.
Band-Specific Radio Requirements
Dynamic frequency selection (DFS), spectrum-access behaviour and applicable receiver tests are included where required and confirmed for the device configuration.
Conducted & Radiated Setups
Antenna-port measurements assess the radio through a cable connection. Radiated measurements assess emissions from the configured product, including its antenna and enclosure.
Tell us early if the antenna is integral or the RF port is inaccessible. Test firmware should provide repeatable channels, power settings and transmission modes without changing the product’s intended RF characteristics.
Wireless Technologies & Products We Evaluate
Our RF programs support wireless sensors, gateways, industrial controls, connected medical equipment, radio modules and radar-related products. Examples include:
- Bluetooth, Bluetooth Low Energy and 2.4 GHz radios, including Wi-Fi and Zigbee.
- 5 GHz and 6 GHz RLAN devices, with band-specific requirements confirmed before testing.
- Sub-GHz and short-range devices, including LoRa-based products, remote controls and telemetry.
- RFID, NFC and ultra-wideband equipment, subject to the applicable operating band and method.
- Cellular and licensed radio equipment, using the relevant listed FCC and ISED methods.
- Radar and millimetre-wave devices, with specialist measurement arrangements.
For focused services, explore Wi-Fi & Bluetooth testing and wireless device compliance testing.
FCC, ISED & ETSI Standards in Our Scope
The examples below are drawn from Stancer’s accreditation scope. The quotation identifies the applicable rule, standard version, frequency range and test parameters for your product.
| Market / application | Scope references |
|---|---|
| United States: unlicensed transmitters | FCC Part 15, Subparts C, D, E, F and H; ANSI C63.10 and ANSI C63.17, as listed |
| United States: licensed radio equipment | Listed FCC Parts including 22, 24, 27, 30, 80, 87, 90, 95, 96 and 101; ANSI C63.26 and listed ANSI/TIA methods |
| Canada: general radio requirements | RSS-Gen and the applicable product-specific RSS |
| Canada: short-range, RLAN & UWB examples | RSS-210, RSS-247, RSS-248 and RSS-220 |
| Canada: licensed-radio examples | RSS-119, RSS-130, RSS-132, RSS-133 and RSS-139, among the listed methods |
| Europe: 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz RLAN | ETSI EN 300 328; ETSI EN 301 893 |
| Europe: short-range devices | Listed ETSI EN 300 220-1/-2, EN 300 330-1/-2 and EN 300 440-1/-2 methods |
| Europe: RFID and radio EMC | ETSI EN 302 208; listed EN 301 489 parts |
| Other market examples | AS/NZS 4268; AS/NZS 4771; ARIB-STD T66 and T71; listed regional radio methods |
FCC: United States
We support the required RF measurements and test documentation for the applicable equipment-authorization route. Where a grant is required, certification proceeds through the appropriate TCB. Explore FCC certification testing.
ISED: Canada
We establish the relevant RSS requirements for your radio and support testing and technical documentation for the applicable Canadian process. Explore ISED certification testing.
RED / CE: Europe
Radio testing contributes to the evidence for RED conformity. Applicable editions and their regulatory status are checked for the intended product. Explore CE marking and compliance support.
Additional Destinations
Country requirements vary. Share your full market list so the program can identify reusable measurements and additional national requirements. Explore global market access.
Millimetre-Wave Measurements up to 325 GHz
Stancer uses specialist high-frequency mixers, frequency-extension equipment and antennas for applicable radar, sensing and high-frequency radio measurements. The FCC tables in our A2LA scope list maximum measurement frequencies of 325,000 MHz (325 GHz).
This is measurement coverage, including investigations of emissions above a device’s operating band. It does not mean that every radio can operate or be approved at 325 GHz. We confirm the method, equipment chain, frequency range and required sensitivity for the specific measurement.
Our instrumentation includes a Rohde & Schwarz ESW receiver with coverage to 44 GHz, RF signal generators, a CMW500 radio communication tester, power meters and specialist antennas. See our laboratory capabilities and automotive radar testing.
Antenna Measurement & Radiation Patterns
Antenna placement and enclosure design can affect the finished product’s radiation. We support 360° radiation-pattern characterization and antenna-gain evaluation for applicable wireless and radar products.
Our automated positioning systems support controlled measurement sequences. The agreed engineering program identifies the frequency, polarization, angular sampling, reference arrangement and configuration. Accreditation status is specified for the requested activity; antenna characterization is kept distinct from the regulatory test report.
Radio Modules, Antennas & Host Integration
A previously approved module can simplify the path to market, but its approval conditions still matter. Send the module model, existing FCC ID or ISED certification number, antenna specifications and integration instructions.
We review the proposed host, antenna gain, power settings, firmware and simultaneous-transmission modes to establish the required test program. Applicable EMC testing for the host is considered alongside radio requirements. For connected healthcare equipment, review our medical device EMC service.
From Test Planning to Submission-Ready Evidence
- Define the product and markets. Agree radio technologies, operating bands, antenna arrangements and applicable standards.
- Prepare the sample. Establish repeatable test modes, RF access where needed, power settings and production-representative configurations.
- Investigate early. Use pre-compliance evaluation to investigate marginal emissions or configuration issues.
- Test and document. The report records the tested device, setup, methods, conditions and results for the agreed activities.
- Support the next step. Use the report with the other technical documents required for the applicable authorization or conformity process. See submission and registration support.
What to Send for an RF Testing Quote
Use our EMC & RF Client Information Sheet to organize the product details and test configuration before booking. Clear test-mode instructions help us plan repeatable measurements and identify any additional sample preparation.
Provide the product description, dimensions, target markets, radio technologies, frequency bands, channel bandwidths, maximum output power, antenna type and gain, power source, firmware and test-mode instructions. Include module approvals, simultaneous-transmission modes, available RF connectors, sample quantities and your schedule.
RF & Wireless Testing: Your Questions Answered
What determines RF testing cost?
RF testing cost depends on the radio technologies, frequency bands, channel bandwidths, antenna configurations, operating modes and target markets. Sample preparation, access to RF ports and repeatable test firmware also affect measurement time. Share your product specifications, module approvals and test-mode instructions for a project-specific RF testing quote. We identify the required measurements and any additional work before testing begins.
What is the difference between RF testing and EMC testing?
RF testing, or radio frequency testing, measures radio characteristics such as transmitter output power, occupied bandwidth and unwanted emissions against the applicable radio requirements. EMC testing evaluates electromagnetic disturbances from the product and, where required, its immunity to applied disturbances. A finished wireless product may need both; we review the radio and host configuration together when planning the tests.
Can one test program support FCC and ISED requirements?
Often, overlapping measurements can be planned together. The applicable FCC and ISED methods, limits and documentation are checked before deciding which results can support both markets.
Do you test 6 GHz Wi-Fi devices?
Our scope lists RSS-248, which addresses RLAN devices in the 5925–7125 MHz band. Send the device class, bands and operating modes so we can confirm the required configuration and measurements.
What does your 325 GHz capability mean?
Our FCC scope tables list 325 GHz as a maximum measurement frequency. The usable range and sensitivity are confirmed for the selected setup and method; the device’s permitted operating band is a separate matter.
Does a certified module remove the need for host testing?
It depends on the approval conditions and integration. We review the module documents, antenna, host emissions and operating configurations before defining the additional testing.
Can you test a product with an integral antenna?
We assess a suitable radiated setup and any necessary conducted access during planning. Describe the antenna and available test interfaces before sending the sample.
Are antenna characterization and RF exposure covered by the same test?
No. Regulatory radio testing, antenna characterization and RF exposure address different requirements. Tell us about any SAR, power-density, coexistence or protocol-certification needs so they can be scoped separately.
Let’s Build the Right RF Test Program
Share your radio technology, operating bands and destination markets. Our engineers will define the measurements, sample preparation and documentation needed for your product.
Prepare for Your EMC or RF Test
Complete our Client Information Sheet before testing. It captures your target markets, product details, power requirements, interfaces, operating modes and monitoring arrangements so our team can plan the assessment.
What to Prepare Before Testing
Send the completed form to info@stancermtl.com. Our technical team will confirm the sample configurations and test requirements for your product.