Electromagnetic Wave Anechoic Chambers

Electromagnetic Wave Absorbers

For EMC Compliance, Antenna Measurement

We provide the state of the art of

electromagnetic wave anechoic chambers of
all types from economical to premium.

Ever since we developed the world's first electromagnetic wave anechoic chamber with Composite type
(so called Hybrid type) ferrite electromagnetic wave
absorber in 1969, TDK's electromagnetic wave anechoic chambers have been responding to the high
expectations and advanced demands from numerous
public and private corporations which aspire to nextgeneration technologies.
Needs for EMC measurement have been changing
and becoming more sophisticated as electronics technologies evolve.

Electromagnetic Wave
Anechoic Chambers
Electromagnetic Wave
Absorbers

Smaller, more efficient, longer life electromagnetic

wave absorber
Robust framework design and safety construction
management
Operator friendly circumstances such as brightness,
cleanliness and acoustics.
Reinforced reliability and rational, efficient designs of
doors and ancillary facilities
Dedicated/maintenance service system established
such as periodic inspection, annual maintenance
contract system
Expanded technical support system for diverse measurement needs

*As of January 2012

For EMC Compliance,

Antenna Measurement

TDK has examined, explored, and carefully improved

the "conditions" of electromagnetic wave anechoic
chambers which adequately satisfy the requirements
at the forefront of the times ----- our electromagnetic
wave anechoic chambers have been developed
through these rigorous efforts, and more than 1100 sites*
have been installed worldwide.
The achievement is just one of our many developments.
For device designers who seek ideal EMC circuit design
essential for electronics development, electromagnetic wave anechoic chambers with even better performance and a more comfortable measurement environment, and measurement systems with extended rationality and efficiency are necessary.
To support these efforts in a steady and detailed fashion, we will do our best to reinforce your strategic endeavors by further improving the characteristics/performance, upgrading design/constructing processes, innovating device development environment of the "World
standard electromagnetic wave anechoic chambers",
for which we have received admiration and acclamation from countless customers.

Our efforts toward realizing alternatives to CALTS (Calibration Test Site)

Next-generation 10m Test Range electromagnetic wave anechoic chamber achieved
electromagnetic environment required for traceability standard site

Realizing the similar performance of an Open

Area Test Sites (OATS) in the anechoic chambers

not be performed due to radio wave codes and regulations of the countries in which the site is located.

OATS which are constructed in a distant location for

optimal electromagnetic environment pose the inevitable limitations in accelerating and streamlining EMI
measurements, being susceptible to weather conditions, and time-consuming when transporting equipment and personnel. But OATS with a small deviation,
within 1dB, which is a requirement of CALTS, play an
imperative role as a site for antenna calibration and as
a traceability standard site which guarantees the reliability of EMI measurement of the 3m Test Range and
10m Test Range electromagnetic wave anechoic
chambers.

Given the changes in electromagnetic environment

and limitations in rationalized measurement, an electromagnetic wave anechoic chamber with a similar
electromagnetic environment to that of CALTS standard OATS with a deviation within 1dB, that is, performance required to be an alternative to CALTS specification/standard OATS, has been much sought after.

The 10m Test Range electromagnetic wave

anechoic chamber supports the approach to
developing next-generation devices in an
accelerated and cost-saving measurement.
The 10 m Test Range electromagnetic wave anechoic
chamber promises site performance which satisfies the
CALTS conditions - a highly anticipated electromagnetic environment by many enginerrs worldwide.
The chamber alone can of course provide a high-efficiency measurement/development environment. But
adding one to the apex of traceability with the conventional measurement facilities, such as 3m Test Range
anechoic chambers, permits construction of EMI/EMS
measurement systems that overcome the issues regarding the OATS and limitations in measurement efficiency
with superior reliability as good as that of CALTS specification of the OATS.

But there have been unavoidable changes in electromagnetic environment near the OATS around the
globe as mobile phones and many kinds of wireless
telecommunication programs rapidly evolve and expand (A growing number of areas can no longer maintain the required deviation for CALTS due to terrestrial
digital television broadcasting). Even at an OATS in
which high-precision EMI measurement is available,
immunity tests with intense electric field radiation can

The latest version of Hybrid type

absorber 2.5m high IP-250BL which
realized TDK's best absorbing characteristics, is used on the walls and
ceiling, introducing a new performance realm of the 10m Test Range
anechoic chamber with a standard
beyond the existing best standard
in the world.

Advantages/Site attenuation characteristics

Reference site method

New test site evaluation method which replaces NSA (Normalized Site Attenuation)
Site evaluation method based on APR (Antenna Pair Reference)
reference site: Liberty Labs.

ANSI C 63.4 Normalized theoretical site attenuation within

1.3dB was achieved : Realizing next-generation electromagnetic environment even more optimal than the attenuation level of the conventional high-performing 10m Test Range
electromagnetic wave anechoic chambers (within 2.5dB).
Achieved levels within CALTS 0.4, 0.8dB, REFTS* 0.6dB:
Complying with antenna calibration test site conditions.

Horizontal polarized wave

Center

*REFTS (Reference Test Site): The site attenuation of vertical polarized

Deviation (dB)

wave measurement facility. Deviation value required for antenna

calibration test site (standard site) is in review at CISPR (as of December, 2010).

Deviation (dB)

Height pattern characteristics: Excellent height pattern characteristics, almost equivalent to theoretical figures and those
of open sites were achieved.
Site attenuation uniformity : 6m (evaluated at 50cm intervals each direction of horizontal and vertical) area variable
within 1.3dB was achieved, realizing a superior field uniformity which measurement environment surpasses the conventional levels.
Supports Site VSWR : Compatible with the requirements of
the conformance evaluation method (Site VSWR) in CISPR
16-1-4 Ed3.0 and VCCI technical standard 5.3.4 which are
required for 1-18GHz.

Front 2m

Back 2m

Right 2m

Left 2m

Tx =1m

2
1
0
-1
-2
10

100
Frequency (MHz)

1000
Tx =2m

2
1
0
-1
-2
10

100
Frequency (MHz)

1000

Vertical polarized wave

Deviation (dB)

Deviation (dB)

Center

Antenna evaluation anechoic chamber (800MHz to 110GHz): Installing

the electromagnetic wave absorber IS-030A on the floor between
radiation antenna and EUT (equipment under test ) (25 units of 3*3m in
this case) can significantly reduce reflected waves from the floor and
achieve the Site VSWR standard (SVSWR: 6dB or lower).

Front 2m

Back 2m

Right 2m

Left 2m

Tx =1m

2
1
0
-1
-2
10

100
Frequency (MHz)

1000
Tx =1.5m

2
1
0
-1
-2
10

100
Frequency (MHz)

1000

Site performance evaluation using reference dipole antennas

Evaluation through the antenna calibration test site testing method stipulated in CISPR 16-1-5:
Using reference dipole antennas which allow theoretical calculation (moment method and such).
CISPR16-1-5 CALTS (Horizontal polarized wave)

CISPR/A/860/CD REFTS (Vertical polarized wave)

Measured value (Center)

Calculated value
Site Attenuation (dB)

45
40
35
30
25
20
15
10

100
Frequency (MHz)

1000
Deviation (dB)

Deviation (dB)

Site Attenuation (dB)

Calculated value

1
0
-1
10

100
Frequency (MHz)

1000

Measured value (Center)

45
40
35
30
25
20
15
10

100
Frequency (MHz)

1000

100
Frequency (MHz)

1000

1
0

-1
10

TDK's original technologies have been shaped through countless

applications and demands from actual measurement sites.
Solid construction of body and building through the original
design and construction standards based on first-class architect licenses and specific builder licenses
Material designs, for which ease of use and efficiency were
sought, optimal designs for purposes and EUT, and construction
management systems have been established.
Our rich construction achievements, in which diverse, sophisticated requests from test certification authorities such as UL
and leading international companies have been responded,
can be fully provided.
Led by the TDK EMC Center, where the know-how of electromagnetic wave anechoic chambers has been developed
and accumulated, comprehensive EMC technical services
are provided.

Unparalleled specifications and design know-how

in both EMC compliance /evaluation and antenna
design/evaluation fields can be offered.
We perform all tasks within the company, from developing and manufacturing high-performance electromagnetic wave absorbers, to designing shield panels, chambers, and buildings. Our own know-how, proven through
rich construction achievement, such as room lighting/
sound design seeking comfortable " livability ", and the
external sliding barrier-free shield doors, which greatly
improve work efficiency, are used.

In the field of electromagnetic wave anechoic chambers for antenna design/evaluation, our superior site
construction demonstrates a clear distinction from competitive products. Using original and flexible design knowhow based on our extensive construction experience,
including large and custom constructions, delivers the
ultimate product and the greatest satisfaction.
To deal with each electromagnetic wave anechoic chamber need, we provide a new traceability possibility by customized design of electromagnetic wave anechoic chambers for EMC
compliance and the development of next-generation devices for optimal performance.

For EMC compliance electromagnetic wave anechoic

chambers, efforts are made to provide the highest level
quality, which is supported by waste-free rational design
and accurate simulation technologies to respond to
each demand of diverse values, from inexpensive economy sites, for which a site validation limit value "within
4dB" is maintained, to standard sites which can improve measurement capability with a deviation of around 3dB, to semi-premium sites with a deviation as
low as 2dB, and to the latest CALTS premium sites
which provide traceability standard sites required performance within 1dB.

Customize

Advantages of electromagnetic wave anechoic

chambers for EMC compliance /evaluation
A line of high-performance electromagnetic wave absorber in combination with the world's best ferrite electromagnetic wave absorbers and
graphite-containing formed polystyrol electromagnetic wave absorbers
has been produced, reinforcing optimal site construction for EMI measurement and immunity testing of equipment and devices supporting to
request details.
A most appropriate space - effective
measurement environment is realized
with specifications which fully conform
to international EMC standards such as
EN, FCC, VCCI, CISPR, ISO, and so forth.

10m Test Range

Large-sized
ISM equipments

Highperformance
semi-premium
site

10m Test Range

10m Test Range

Semi-highperformance
standard
site

Highperformance
semi-premium
site

10m Test Range

3m Test Range
Precompliance
3m Test Range
type
Small
type

Standard
performance
Economy
site

Standard
3m
Test Range
type

Economy
design
specifications

Generalize

CALTS
premium
site
Traceability
Standard site,
Premium site

10m Test Range

Semi-highperformance,
standard
site

10m Test Range

The world's most ideal level of quality and technology

to respond to each variable demand
The products have successfully satisfied the needs for highgrade characteristics and reliability (characteristic stability/
long life) in numerous applications at the Ministry of Defense,
and other governmental agencies/organizations, and private research institutes.
Optimal designs for rationalized site construction and management are provided to deal with diverse demands in the
private sector, such as mobile communication device, automobile glass antenna evaluation, and such.

The key to this is an electromagnetic wave absorber for

microwave/millimetric waves which was developed to
realize electromagnetic wave absorber characteristics
best suited for installation locations. We have established the original design know-how for the uses, purposes, size and so forth through the electromagnetic
environment simulation technology of the chamber
based on accurate dynamic characteristics analytical data achieved from our lot of experience.

Abundant construction experience and optimal

designs will also satisfy your needs for multifunctioning and special specifications.

Advantages of electromagnetic wave

absorbers /anechoic chambers for antenna
design/evaluation

Unprecedented design/construction of special-specification electromagnetic wave anechoic chambers,

such as electromagnetic wave anechoic chambers
for EMC compliance/evaluation as well as antenna
design/evaluation, and chambers for acoustic and electromagnetic wave tests, have received the highest
acclaim as a result of our comprehensive application
of our original design/construction know-how.

Using formed polyethylene with kneaded carbon, we provide a line of wide-range electromagnetic wave absorbers
supporting microwave/submillimetric waves with superb environmental durability and unparalleled electromagnetic
wave absorbing characteristics, and a line of original in-house
designed oblique incidence electromagnetic wave absorbers for microwave/millimetric waves. By these materials, the
highest levels of site performance have been achieved.

Rich global networks and subsequent support

systems after installation
Highly-reliable and durable construction based on firstclass architect licenses and specific builder licenses are
undertaken. We provide construction overseas through
our global networks of certified affiliates following our
standard construction manuals. Even after construction,
our agile support system, which links our regional representatives to headquarters and technicians, always
maintains customers measurement environment in optimum condition. Our periodical inspection and maintenance contract systems are also fully available.

A line of Hybrid type absorber (ferrite and graphite-containing formed polyethylene electromagnetic wave absorbers)
is also available. These provide optimal electromagnetic
characteristics for wide-band measurement ranging from
FM, to microwave, to millimetric wave (76MHz-100GHz).

Comparison of simulation data at the designing stage and actual measurement results when the system is complete.
An actual example of the 10m-method electromagnetic wave anechoic chambers for EMC compliance
Horizontal polarized wave

Vertical polarized wave

3
Simulation

Deviation (dB)

Deviation (dB)

3
1
0
-1
-2
-3
30

60

90

3
Front 2.5m
Back 2.5m
Right 2.5m
Left 2.5m

1
0
-1
-2
-3
30

60

90

120 150 180 210 240 270 300

Frequency (MHz)

0
-1
-2
60

90

Actual measured value

Deviation (dB)

Center

Deviation (dB)

Tx =1m

-3
30

120 150 180 210 240 270 300

Frequency (MHz)

Simulation

120 150 180 210 240 270 300

Frequency (MHz)
Actual measured value

2
1
0
-1
-2
-3
30

60

90

120 150 180 210 240 270 300

Frequency (MHz)

Construction example of electromagnetic wave anechoic chambers

for EMC countermeasure/evaluation

CALTS-specification premium
10m Test Range anechoic chamber
Specification examples
Dimensions between
shield surfaces
Dimensions between
internal walls
Electromagnetic wave
absorbers
Turntable

Site attenuation
Evaluation as antenna calibration test site

High-performance semi-premium
10m Test Range anechoic chamber
Specification examples
Dimensions between
shield surfaces
Dimensions between
internal walls
Electromagnetic wave
absorbers
Turntable

* EMS absorbing plate with ICM-006 mounted on the surface + Fully-automated

beneath floor storage device

Site attenuation
Evaluation as antenna calibration test site

Semi-high performance standard

10m Test Range anechoic chamber
Specification examples
Dimensions between
shield surfaces
Dimensions between
internal walls
Electromagnetic wave
absorbers
Turntable

* EMS absorbing plate with ICM-006 mounted on the surface + Fully-automated

beneath floor storage device

Site attenuation

Construction example of electromagnetic wave anechoic chambers

for EMC countermeasure/evaluation

Semi-high performance standard

3m Test Range anechoic chamber
Specification examples
Dimensions between
shield surfaces
Dimensions between
internal walls
Electromagnetic wave
absorbers
Turntable

* Floor-installed EMS-absorbing electromagnetic wave absorber

Site attenuation

Precompliance 3m Test Range

small anechoic chamber
Specification examples
Dimensions between
shield surfaces
Dimensions between
internal walls
Electromagnetic wave
absorbers
Turntable

* Floor-installed EMS-absorbing electromagnetic wave absorber

Site attenuation
* Compensation coefficients introduced

Anechoic chambers
for whole vehicle evaluation and testing
Specification examples
Dimensions between
shield surfaces
Dimensions between
internal walls
Electromagnetic wave
absorbers
Turntable*

* Chassis-dynamometer equipped

Site attenuation

The forefront of electromagnetic wave absorber evolution processes is here

Material/structural advantages of electromagnetic wave absorbers for EMC compliance/evaluation

Small/light-weight composite electromagnetic wave

absorber development technologies were established
to provide ideal electromagnetic wave absorbing characteristics throughout a wide band using ferrite electromagnetic wave absorbers with the world's top level
electromagnetic wave absorbing characteristics and
graphite-containing formed polystyrol electromagnetic
wave absorbers, as well as design know-how to match
their impedances in the most suitable way.

The calculation method separates the tapered section

of graphite-containing formed polystyrol electromagnetic wave absorbers into thin plates which cross the Z
axis at right angles in order to calculate electric potential at microscopic lattice points (3721 points in the example) marked on each plate via the two-dimensional
difference method.

Diverse lines of electromagnetic wave absorbers for diverse purposes, such as EMI measurement, immunity
evaluation, and antenna evaluation, have been
launched, providing the world's premier electromagnetic environmental characteristics through product
selection, and design arrangement optimized, based
on the scale of the anechoic chamber and types of
measurement.

The "stability" of the electromagnetic environment

is also excellent.

Its operational life is long: no significant change in electromagnetic wave absorbing performance occurs even after
30 years.
The ferrite electromagnetic wave absorbers its electromagnetic wave absorbing characteristics semi-permanently.
With a humidity-resistant closed-cell structure, graphite-containing formed polystyrol electromagnetic wave absorbers
allow superb reliability despite environmental changes, and
prevent almost any change through aging.
All TDK electromagnetic wave absorbers are manufactured
within the company. The quality and reliability required to
respond to sophisticated demands are guaranteed through
our strict quality management system which permits no dust
from product deterioration, so maintaining a clean interior
at all times.
Burning causes no highly toxic cyanide gas or such.
A white end-cap protects electromagnetic wave absorbers
from contact and shock by other materials during transport
in and out of the chamber, and provides ample brightness
in the entire chamber.

37

61

35

49

0.8V

37

0.6V

25

0.4V

27

13

0.2V

25

0.0V
1 13 25 37 49 61

33
31
29

9 11 13

Points for equivalent

electric constant
calculation

1.0V

*
Direction of
electric field impression
(y axis)

(61x 61 separation lines

create 3721 points of
intersection)
* Parallel electrode plate

Synthetic volume is calculated through the electrical

potential distribution obtained, and it is considered an
equivalent complex permittivity.
The reflection coefficient vs. frequency characteristics
of electromagnetic wave absorber obtained by this
method - accurately traces the actual measured
values, allowing electromagnetic wave anechoic
chamber performance simulations which are much
more accurate than those performed by conventional
means (Examples shown on Page 7).

This is another case of original technology

directed at providing the world's best anechoic
chambers at all levels, from economy to premium.
The equivalent permittivity simulation technology accurately evaluates the "ability" of electromagnetic wave
absorber while it is being designed. TDK-EPC is also active in advanced efforts in this field.
The two-dimensional difference method, which is a new
method of calculation designed to improve the conventional simulation methods (the synthesized capacitance model), was used for the latest IP-BLB series.

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The forefront of electromagnetic wave absorber evolution processes is here

Material/structural advantages of electromagnetic wave absorbers for EMC compliance/evaluation

Hybrid type wave absorber IP-BLB series

Ferrite electromagnetic wave absorber IB-017

Hybrid type wave absorber IP-090BLA solves the limitations of decreasing size and weight of the conventional
wedge-shaped casting type, and reinforces wave absorbing characteristics through a wide range. The new
series IP-BLB further expands the innovative original
structure of IP-090BLA.

5.2mm thin electromagnetic wave absorber material

with optimum control of ferrite's magnetic resonance
loss characteristics at high frequencies.
L100 x W100mm
Band in which reflection attenuation
is more than 20dB : 30 to 360MHz

IP-090BLA's highly-acclaimed outstanding absorbing

characteristics are maintained intact, and further weight
saving and rationalization have been made. We provide one of the industry's smallest occupied volume and
the best wave absorbing characteristics for all kinds of
anechoic chambers, such as special-purpose large
anechoic chambers, as well as the 3m Test Range and
10m Test Range anechoic chambers.

a Graphite-containing formed polystyrol electromagnetic wave

absorber/base part (600 x 600mm)
b Graphite-containing formed polystyrol electromagnetic wave
absorber/tapered part
c Formed polystyrol white end-cap (515 x 515mm)
Overall height (base part + tapered part + end-cap) :1300mm

Original dielectric loss electromagnetic wave absorber design,

in combination of base part and tapered plate part, realized
significant weight loss, and saving in space and cost, while storing and transporting. Improved installation accuracy at construction sites and increased construction efficiency shortened
the construction period shortened by 38% (10m Test Range) compared to the conventional wedge-shaped casting type unit.

Main applicable anechoic chambers

Anechoic chambers of the 3m Test Range type, 5m Test Range

type, for automobile, and large type for special uses

a
IP-130BLB

Features of IP-130BLB base material (characteristic comparison with other materials)

a
b

Applied material

Formed polystyrol

Example of other materials: polyurethane

Base material structure

Closed cell

Open cell

Tensile strength

4kg/cm2

2kg/cm2

Chemical resistance

Eroded with organic solvent

Eroded with acid and base

Strength/longevity

No change over 10 years

Weakens in a few years

Burning resistance

NRL, UL standards complied with

NRL standard complied with

Combustion gas

Aromatic

Chlorine and cyan

Adhesiveness

Good

Precautions against peeling off of thick types

a : Formed polystyrol beads b : Graphite-containing paint

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Electromagnetic wave absorbers for EMC compliance/evaluation

Main product lineup

Electromagnetic wave absorber

for EMC measurement/evaluation electromagnetic wave
anechoic chambers
IP-065BL, IP-090BLB,
IP-130BLB, IP-180BL
L600 x W600mm
IP-045BLB : H450mm / IP-065BL : H650mm
IP-090BLB : H950mm / IP-130BLB : H1300mm
IP-180BL : H1800mm / IP-250BL : H2500mm
IP-130BLB

ICM-006

IP-065BL

IP-180BL

Noncombustible electromagnetic
wave absorber material which provided H60mm. Despite its small size,
it allows construction of 3m Test Range
anechoic chambers and small anechoic chambers through the combination with ferrite electromagnetic
wave absorbers in a space-effective
way with superb electromagnetic
wave absorbing characteristics even
at low frequencies.
L100 x W100 x H60mm
Picture : x 6 pieces
Non flamable certification number :
NM-0582

ID-045
A light-weight electromagnetic wave
absorber material with high flammability. A cross-wedge shape is formed
to obtain optimal electromagnetic
wave absorbing efficiency with thinplate electromagnetic wave absorber material in which special conductive fabric
is incorporated with inorganic-organic mixed base materials. Outstanding wave
absorbing performance from 30MHz, low frequency, up to 18GHz of high frequency in combination with ferrite electromagnetic wave absorber materials is realized.
Flat-pile supported separated/folded structures greatly reduce the cubic capacity during transportation, realizing a single mass of 1kg, as well as decreasing the
environmental burden.
L600 x W600 x H450mm
Flammability : JIS A1322 flameproof 1st degree,
UL94V-0, VTM-0

Receiving
antenna
Transmitting
antenna

Floor-installed electromagnetic wave absorber

for radiated field immunity test
IS-080S
Floor-installed oblique incidence electromagnetic wave absorber which
effectively absorbs the floor reflection
of waves emitted from antennas.
L840 x W600 x H780mm
Picture : x 2 pieces
Example of 45-degrees oblique incidence
characteristic
Band in which reflection attenuation is
more than 20dB : 200MHz to 40GHz

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Electromagnetic wave absorbers for EMC compliance/evaluation

Main product lineup

Electromagnetic wave absorber

for GHz band radiation noise measurement
IS-030A
30cm-high pyramid-shaped electromagnetic wave absorber which has
proven its outstanding performance
in microwave/millimetric wave electromagnetic wave anechoic chambers.

Wide frequency range 800MHz-110GHz

is covered with high abosorption ratio
and easy handling to set up for Site
VSWR standard-complied anechoic
characteristics.
More than 10 years of mechanical longevity without creep (sagging) at the
tip has been achieved. Many years
of superb electromagnetic wave absorbing performance is maintained.
L600 x W600 x H300mm
Picture : x 2 pieces

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* The measurement of Site VSWR (Site Voltage Standing Wave Ratio) is a method stipulated in CISPR16-1-4 Ed3. as an evaluation
method for over 1GHz for the EUT.

Example of the construction

for antenna design/evaluation anechoic chambers
Our original absorber materials and design know-how dedicated to realize the ideal Quiet Zone

High-precision large size anechoic chambers

for the evaluation of radar and large antennas
Specification examples

* For main walls for millimeter wave

** For long sidewalls, ceilings, and floors

Unwanted incidental characteristics of Quiet Zone

This high-performance anechoic chamber can be used to
evaluate large-scale radar scattering cross-sectional areas.

High-precision middle size anechoic chambers

for antenna evaluation
Specification examples

* For main walls ** For long sidewalls, ceilings, and floors

Unwanted incidental characteristics of Quiet Zone

High-precision small anechoic chambers

for antenna evaluation
Specification examples

* For main walls ** For long sidewalls, ceilings, and floors

Unwanted incidental characteristics of Quiet Zone

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Material advantages of microwave/millimetric wave-supporting

electromagnetic wave absorbers
Major applications and measurement frequency ranges of electromagnetic wave anechoic chambers for antenna design/evaluation
100MHz

1GHz

Radio transmission
Communication

10GHz

30GHz

100GHz

1000GHz

Diverse radio transmission tests

Antenna test
Radio wave propagation test
Power transmission test

Millimetric/submillimeter wave tes

Radar
Antenna test
RCS test *

18GHz

Mobile communication
SAR test **

Whole vehicle
Antenna test
Communication/broadcasting tests
Sensing test

FM/TV broadcasting
antenna evaluation

Satellite communications, satellite broadcasting,

and ITS communication tests

Millimetric wave sensor

characteristic test

* RCS (Radar Cross Section) test : radar reflection cross-section area (stealth property) test
** SAR test : specific absorption rate test of electromagnetic wave energy

Features of the IS, IS-SM Series base material (characteristic comparison with other materials)
Applied material

Formed polyethylenel

Example of other materials: polyurethane

Base material structure

Closed cell

Open cell

Tensile strength

4kg/cm2

2kg/cm2

Chemical resistance

Eroded with oxidation agent

Eroded with acid and base

Strength/longevity

No change over 10 years

Weakens in a few years

Burning resistance

NRL, UL standards complied with

NRL standard complied with

Combustion gas

Aromatic

Chlorine and cyan

Adhesiveness

Good

Precautions against peeling off of thick types

Mixture of carbon
and polyethylene

Air bubbles

Polyurethane

Carbon

Side Wall

ex. IS-100

ex. IS-100

Design concept of electromagnetic wave anechoic chambers for antenna evaluation

ex. IS-SM100

Side Wall

ex. IS-SM100

End Wall

End Wall

Source

IS-SM Series - high-performance oblique incidence-dedicated electromagnetic

wave absorbers - and IS Series - high-performance vertical incidence electromagnetic wave absorbers - were applied.
Vertical incidence characteristics and oblique incidence characteristics
were improved and reinforced to reduce the level of unwanted incident wave
into the quiet zone, realizing the world's best measurement accuracy.
Quiet Zone
: A space where the level of unwanted waves reflected from the walls, floors,
and ceilings is always under a preset value. The quietness guarantees the measurement of
the actual performance of the chambers.

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Microwave/millimetric wave-supporting electromagnetic wave absorbers

Main product lineup

Electromagnetic wave absorber

supporting microwave - submillimetric wave band
IS-100

IS-060

Pyramid-shaped electromagnetic wave absorber using carbon ohmic

resistivity with formed polystyrol base material.
IS-012A, IS-030A, IS-060, IS-100
Heights from 50mm through 1000mm have been made in series, covering
a wide range, from 200MHz millimetric waves to over 100GHz submillimetric
wave bands. Heights are selected based on operational frequency and
absorbing performance. With its closed cell structure, superb environmental
resistance can be maintained for long periods.

IS-030A

IS-012A

L600 x W600 mm
IS-005A : H50mm / IS-012A : H120mm / IS-030A : H300mm / IS-060 : H600mm / IS-100 : H1000mm
Fire-retrardant : UL 94 HBF

Electromagnetic wave absorber

supporting FM - microwave band
For microwave graphite-containing formed
polystyrol electromagnetic wave absorber.
IP-100BX, IP-130BX, IP-175BX, IP-200BX

By combining with ferrite absorbers, superior wave absorbing

characteristics from the FM band (70MHz and higher) through
the microwave range are provided.
L600 x W600 mm
IP-100BX : H1m / IP-130BX : H1.3m / IP-175BX : H1.75m / IP-200BX : H2m
Fire-retrardant : UL 94 HBF

Oblique incidence electromagnetic wave absorber

for microwave - millimetric wave band
Electromagnetic wave absorber designed exclusively for oblique incidence.
IP-100BX, IP-130BX, IP-175BX, IP-200BX
Mounted at the center of anechoic chamber's sidewalls easily provides
an outstanding electromagnetic environment. Formed polyethylene base
material, which is also used in the IS series, is molded into a custom designed
multi-axial pyramid shape, providing superior oblique incidence characteristics.
These out-perform conventional pyramid-shaped electromagnetic wave
absorbers in a wide range covering microwave-millimetric waves.

IS-SM080

IS-SM050

IS-SM050 : L600 x W600 x H500mm

IS-SM080 : L840 x W600 x H800mm
Fire-retrardant : UL 94 HBF

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Guaranteed first-class quality and safety as architecture - It's TDK's

fundamental philosophy. It has satisfied requirements all over the world.
As architecture, anechoic chambers must be of
premier quality-TDK's original construction
standard / Design performed at the headquarters
and global construction network systems.

Reduction of sound reflection : An acoustic environment as

comfortable as that in the living room of a general residential house is realized.
Excellent cleanness : Sources of dust, which cause detachment due to surface deterioration of electromagnetic wave
absorber materials - a frequent concern in competitors'
chambers - have been eliminated.

All construction is undertaken with our rich electromagnetic

wave anechoic chamber construction know-how and construction standards (electromagnetic wave anechoic chamber construction policies) based on strict checklist items.
All design of construction inside/outside Japan is performed
at the design department of the TDK headquarters.
Through in-house design based on first-class architect licenses, and specific builder licenses, robust body/housing
design is strictly observed to deal with diverse demands of
actual measurement sites.
Constructions outside Japan is undertaken by TDK's certified
partners based on the construction standards (electromagnetic wave anechoic chamber construction policies) and
under the design/guidance systems of TDK headquarters.

High-performance / high-precision
ancillary facilities
Example of slip-ring system turntable which supports high
capacities (270kVA)
Error range of rotation angle : 1
Adjustment range of rotation speed : 0.5 - 5rpm
Example of antenna positioner
Error range of stop position : 1cm

Main components / facilities of the 10m-method

electromagnetic wave anechoic chambers

View of large turntable installation

( 3m/10m Dual type, Withstand weight : 30t)

Body design and construction with safety and

workability prioritized
Long shield panel welding method, providing both the world's

best quality shield characteristics and stout structures

Safety nets to protect from the fall of electromagnetic wave

absorbers from the ceiling are included in the standard set.

Standardized absorber mounting work based on construction

manuals and efficient management systems are provided.

Floors are structured with robust foundation structures and

3.2mm thick steel plate.

Diverse door structures, such as entrances and exits without

steps, outside sliding door method, and so forth, are developed and applied to provide superior safety and work efficiency.

Environmental design of electromagnetic wave

anechoic chamber interior
We are making further effort to reduce the fatigue of meas-

urement operators and to increase the efficiency and comfort of test work.
Bright work space: The lighting intensity is set at 300 lux on
the turntable. The brightness necessary for duties is maintained in the entire chamber.

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What is the optimal solution for users?

We repeat this question to ourselves : That's how we design and construct.
Each request from our clients is based on their original concept in all details.
We understand all of the details and integrate them into a concrete shape.
What we value most, from the initial discussions with clients, through all of the processes up to completion, is the "passion" of the actual users of our anechoic chambers.
Regardless of the size of the anechoic chambers, our customers' biggest aspirations and their original strategies are
included in each request.
In every stage of the process, from specification discussions to completion, we understand our customers' intentions,
and apprise them of all of our technologies and know-how so that the optimum solution can be obtained.
If we consider it necessary to satisfy a customer's needs, we will even develop a new electromagnetic wave absorber.
Discussions about
specifications
Mechanical specifications
Power line specifications
Signal line specifications
Safety measures
Ease of maintenance
Management
Designs, etc.

Electromagnetic wave anechoic chamber

construction steps
10m-method electromagnetic wave anechoic chamber specification

Groundwork

3
Design
Our original design technologies with our rich
construction experience
allow optimum electromagnetic space for your
requirements.

Turntable pit

2 Assembling
steel frames
Exterior wall
construction
3 Assembling
shield panel
4 Floor shield
construction
Installing shield panels
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Installing shield panels

on the side walls

Installing shield panels

on the ceiling

Jointing shield panels

by electrical welding

Testing welding conditions

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In-person observation
of the construction

(improvement/adjustment)

Assembling/installing
fixtures
such as shielding doors

In the presentce of customers, production of

ancillary equipments,
such as Turntable, doors
are inspected for improvement or adjustment.
Not only at design stage,
but also in the process of
these ancillary equipment,
we listen to customers'
needs and reflect in the
production of the facilities.

Intermediate
shield condition test

Mounting electromagnetic
wave absorbers
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Mounting ferrite
electromagnetic
wave absorbers

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Testing/managing gaps
between each
ferrite electromagnetic
wave absorber

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Assembling and installing

graphite-containing formed
polystyrol electromagnetic
wave absorbers

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Onsite assembly/
verifying operation
and completion

Assembling and installing

ancillary facilities
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13

Installing the turntable

Finishing up the floor

At the final inspection, you

can take a close look at the
features of the completed
fittings, facilities and their
operation.

Testing the accuracy

of floor installation
Final test
Judging if the completion
standard is met
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Completed

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Major ancillary equipment

Actual examples of 10m Test Range anechoic chambers

High-hat lighting automatic up and down device

The lighting is suspended in a box space (high-hat), which is surrounded by electromagnetic wave absorbers
far above the ceiling so that no electromagnetic wave reflects on the metal lighting fixtures.
Through the electric elevation system, the lighting fixtures can be lower to the height of your hands so that
you can safely and quickly perform maintenance tasks, such as changing light bulbs or inspecting abnormalities.
The system automatically halts at preset heights when being lifted or lowered so that you won't accidentally cause
the lighting to fall on the floor*.
* It also stops automatically if the system detects a malfunction while ascending or descending.

You can not see the lighting fixtures even

when you are close to them. This is the basic
principle of wave reflection prevention.

The lighting fixtures are installed deep in a

box space which is surrounded by electromagnetic wave absorbers and far enough
away for the waves to reach them.

The lighting can be lowered to this level for

easy maintenance works.

Outside sliding barrier-free shielding door

Fully-automated electrically opening/closing shielded door. Unlike the conventional structure which lifts and
lowers the threshold on the floor to provide a barrier-free environment, this original structure drives the shield pieces,
which are installed between the door surfaces, with a motor. With moveable shielding pieces being fastened
with shield fingers, an optimum, seamless shielding performance is realized.
The entire door is fastened by moving the built-in shielding pieces. The inner face of the door with electromagnetic wave
absorbers can therefore be opened and closed without tampering with their performance.
As opposed to the conventional type, which lifts and lowers the doorframe on the floor, there's no need to cut
the lower part of the electromagnetic wave absorber, so allowing the maintenance of the best condition without hindering
the performance particular to electromagnetic wave anechoic chambers.
The whole door hangs from a ceiling rail on which the door moves to open and close the chamber. No guiding rail or
gutter is required on the front surface of the door or on the moving path. Influence of dust or foreign particles
can be avoided when opening and closing the door. The lifter of the threshold part rises when the door opens to
provide a completely barrier-free system without gutters or bumps.
Shield fingers, whose anti-wear properties and environmental resistance were reinforced with robust nickel plating,
are attached. Initial shield performance can be maintained for a long period.
External power outlets are provided on the control box, allowing the door to open in an emergency, such as power
failure by switching to backup power.

Fully shielded/closed (Example of shielding

door size : W3.6 x H3m)

The door has been fully moved, waiting to

be slid to the left (the lifter elevates)

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Sliding is completed/barrier-free open status

Major ancillary equipment

Actual examples of 10m Test Range anechoic chambers

Swinging barrier-free shielding door

Motorized opening/closing, tightening operations provide superior shielding performance.
The electric threshold which descends when being opened provides a barrier-free floor.
The shield fingers are nickel plated which protects them from corrosion and abrasion. This feature maintains
the initial shield performance for a long period.
For safety, the brake on the tightening rotation handle motor is released during power failures so that
the door can be manually opened.

The threshold is up.

Elevating threshold with nickel-plated

shield fingers

The threshold is down.

The opening is sealed to provide

a barrier-free floor.

Turntable
A new individual structure, which doesn't require deflected-load bearing roller on the back side of the table
to prevent deflections around the outer edge, was developed. The risk of electromagnetic interference,
such as electric-charge/discharge noise from the rollers, was eliminated.
The design of the gap between the floor and turntable, which is cost effective and in compliance with performance design of
the anechoic chambers, can be proposed through the rich data compilation and sophisticated integration technologies.
We selected a motor with the most appropriate specifications, such as rotational speed and control accuracy,
for desired turntable performance. Appropriate noise countermeasures depending on motors are implemented,
so minimizing interference with the anechoic chamber performance.
High-precision AC servo motors can also be available.
A wide range of requests for diverse facilities and devices, such as chamber exhaust, water drainage, chassis dynamometers,
as well as special power source devices, can be fulfilled.

The gap between the floor and turntable

can strictly be set depending on the performance of the anechoic chambers.

View of the lower structure from the pit. This

entire structure rotates in the new system.

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The unique brush structure of the rotor provides excellent electrical conductive properties at the ground plane on the floor and electromagnetic shield.

Major ancillary equipment

Actual examples of 10m Test Range anechoic chambers

Turntable pit access hatch

Electric open/close hatch structure can be operated with a remote controller. Safety is our priority.
With the doors, which open/close manually, you first pull out handrails to a certain position, and fix them there, when the hatch
is open. This system allows all of these operations to be done via a remote controller at certain distance from the opening gate.
The tightening operation is called "double steps action system", the hatch stops at a certain position before it is closes, and
another button on the remote controller must be pushed. This double action safety feature prevents unforeseen accidents.
An escape door is installed in the center of the hatch so that one can escape safely in case of emergency, such as
power failures, and so forth.

The hatch halted at the predetermined

position. Another switch must be activated
to close it entirely.

The hatch is fully open status through the

remote-control operation.

View of the stairway seen from the pit side,

a safety-first electric open/close structure.

Automatic storage system for EMS absorbers

Removing and storing wave absorber panels with a floor-installed wave absorber can be performed safely and quickly in a fullyautomated positioning sytems. This contributes to the shortened operational period and improvement of measurement accuracy.
The remote controller allows fine-tuning the position of the absorber panels extracted in the backward and forward directions,
based on the EUT size.
The example of the electromagnetic
wave absorber used

ICM-006 L100 x W100 x H60mm

A wide range of electromagnetic
absorption characteristics is provided
through combined effects with ferrite
electromagnetic wave absorber
materials installed on the panels.

Storage device
is elevated.

A panel with absorbers

travels forward.

The interior of the anechoic chamber* when

the devices are stored. *10m Test Range type
Installation of panel with bsorbers is completed.

Storage system for associated equipment

This electric storage unit transfers diverse equipment,
such as operational computers connected to EUT
on the turntable, directly from the chamber to the
underground pit.
Ascending and descending movements are operated
via a remote controller containing a limit switch for
increased security.
The double-action operation, in which another switching
is required when descending, delivers superior safety.
Left : The unit is fully elevated.
Right : Double action provide safety when lowering

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Major ancillary equipment

Actual examples of 10m Test Range anechoic chambers

Antenna positioner
Downsizing the base unit reduces electric wave reflection.
The top and four side surfaces are covered with ferrite wave
absorber materials to minimize the influence of the reflection
on the chamber performance.
Operational stability is assured when attaching antennas.

Base size : L95 x W60 x H30cm

Underground projector storage system

This system allows real time measurement and countermeasure of the data from the measurement room, such
as analyzer waves, at the same time as they are collected.
The projector unit is stored under the floor to reduce its influence on the anechoic chamber characteristics.
The projection angle can be adjusted from the turntable
pit under the floor. Controlling the power is also possible
inside the anechoic chamber.
The projection board uses white-colored materials,
in consideration of electromagnetic wave reflection.

ITV system (EUT monitoring system)

The body size was downsized to reduce its influence on the
anechoic chamber characteristics.
Detailed operational conditions of small EUT, such as mobile
phones, can be inspected by the zoom of 35X.
As a system dedicated to the anechoic chambers, comprehensive EMC design is performed from the camera body to
the power cable.

Low-reflection EUT setup table

This EUT setup table is composed of hard foam and plastic plate
panels, dedicated to the anechoic chambers.
Excellent low-reflection characteristics, which greatly exceed those
of wooden tables, are provided up to the GHz band.
It is light compared to wooden board of similar shape, resistant to
warp stress, and a simple assemble kit. It is easy to store and carry.
Two types, widths of 150cm and 200cm, are available (100cm deep x 80cm high).

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Comprehensive support systems

help make your measurement tasks run efficiently.
Anechoic chamber
maintenance/modification services
We provide periodical diagnosis/maintenance contract
systems, in which inspection/adjustments/component
replacement of moving parts, such as the turntable,
entrance and exit doors, etc., are conducted to support
efficient execution of measurement tasks in the best
measurement conditions. Through periodic diagnosis
and early response based on rich experience and accumulated data, we can help you avoid unforeseen
errors and reduce your maintenance costs.
Requests for improvement and modification of electromagnetic environments according to the trend of the
EMI standards of each nation, such a s expansion or
alteration of the measurable frequency range, can be
satisfied through optimized designs with advanced
technological know-how.

EMC measurement services

at the TDK EMC Center
Effective data collection of all measurement items required by the EMC standard of each country, such as
the measurement of radiation electric field intensity,
terminal disturbance voltages, and magnetic field intensity, is available.

For information,
please call TDK Technical Center/EMC&RF Engineering
Business Division at +81 47 378 9765

We have dedicated technicians for EMC measurement/

compliance working full time to ensure your measurement/compliance is prompt and effective.

FCC, VCCI filing application

representation services

The four electromagnetic wave anechoic chambers at

the EMC centers have obtained and comply with ISO/
IEC17025, the EMC-related test site technical/management standard.

Based on our abundant achievements and experience,

we perform, upon request, FCC and VCCI filing applications and revision procedures for electromagnetic
wave anechoic chambers on behalf of clients. Through
our measurement services performed by dedicated
engineers, collection of the measurement data required for applications and improvement measures
can be efficiently performed.

As measurement data of a certified test site, FCC,VCCI,

CE marking, and test reports for car-installed devices
can be issued.

For information,
please call TDK Technical Center/EMC&RF Engineering
Business Division at +81 47 378 9765

10m Test Range anechoic chamber (2 sites)

Registered with FCC, VCCI, CE marking
Certified by TUV Rheinland, NVLAP, A2LA
3m Test Range anechoic chamber (2 sites)
Registered with FCC, VCCI
Certified by TUV Rheinland, NVLAP, A2LA
Registered with GM, FORD, EMC test site
Microwave/millimetric wave anechoic chamber
CTIA compliance evaluation of OTA performance/diverse
communication devices

For inquiries and application for the use of the services,

please contact the following : TDK EMC Center
+81 47 378 9483

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Total Test System Integration Technology

TDK promotes the "Total Test System Integration Technology" to support the installation and construction of highefficiency automatic measurement systems best suited
for measurement content, measurement conditions, and
sizes of the anechoic chambers, from a precompliance
test system to full-compliance options to support all test
conditions/standards worldwide.
We provide EMI/EMS automated test systems*, which
achieved the world's best measurement accuracy, efficiency, and reliability.
*This efficiency- prioritized EMI/ EMC measurement - task-integrated
package optimizes measurement devices, ancillary facilities, and
such, based on diverse measurement needs, through the latest operational system of TDK RF Solutions Inc., a TDK group company which
leads the world's advanced technologies in the EMC automated measurement field.

High-power antenna system

for radiated field immunity test
100V/m of electric field strength is realized from 20MHz(10kW) at predetermined points.
High efficiency design provides the 100V/m of electric field strength with 1kW at 100MHz.
Automated measurement is available from low frequencies to high frequencies.
20MHz

80MHz

100MHz

EMC automated measurement system

1GHz

Biconical antenna

V-log periodic antenna

Frequency : 20 to 100MHz
Withstand power :15kW/ Gain : 3 to 6dBi
VSWR : 2.5 :1(ave), 5.8 :1(max)
Size : W3.6 x D3.9 x H1.4m

Frequency : 80MHz to 1GHz

Withstand power :3.5kW/ Gain : 6 to 7dBi
VSWR : 1.5 :1(ave), 6 :1(max)
Size : W1.9 x D1.9 x H0.9m

EMC/SAR measurement system, monitoring system

System

Applied standard

EMC measurement system

for mobile telecommunications

IMT-2000,PDA,WLA(IEEE802.11)
SRD(25MHz to1GHz)
ISM Device(Bluetooth)

(RE/RI,CE/CI,TR,Antenna)

EMC measurement system for vehicle

Cellular phone,
Wireless LAN equipment
SAR measurement system

Hybridlog TM antenna

Reverberation Chamber
High-power radiation test

HLP2006C

ENV 50166-2 / FCC OET Bulletin 65

(Ed. 97-01) Supplement C
FCC 96-326 /ANSI/IEEE C95.1-1999
ETSI TR 134 925
IEEE Std-1528-200X (Draft)
prEN 50361:200 (Draft)

Automatic monitoring system (audio, video monitor)

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Both EMI tests and radiation immunity tests are supported.

This advanced high-performance/small antenna increases
the efficiency of measurement tasks.
A wide range - from 26MHz to 6GHz - is covered.
Smallness and best wide-range performance are
both realized.
The dual mode reduce the measurement time.

In Your Future - TDK's Technology & Philosophy

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