What are some applications that require USB isolation? USB isolation involves physically separating (isolating) sections of an electrical system to prevent current f
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Supporting Defense Programs for the US Army
Posted by Drew Thompson on Nov 16th 2023
The modern battlefield demands ruggedized equipment that delivers a combat advantage that armed forces can utilize quickly and efficiently. Solutions must be adaptab
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What is ESG?
Posted by Drew Thompson on Nov 14th 2023
In January 2023, the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) went into effect in the EU. The CSRD reformed, codified, and increased the scope of the Non-
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What does UL certification of a product mean?
Aug 5th 2023
UL certification is a safety certification provided by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL). It is one of the most recognized and respected certification marks global
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What does CE certification of a product mean?
Aug 5th 2023
CE certification – the acronym for the French “Conformité Européenne,” which translates to European conformity – is mandatory f
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Major Certification and Product Marks Explained
Posted by Drew Thompson on Aug 5th 2023
Product certification is essential for protecting consumers, complying with regulations, gaining market access, building trust, and ensuring safe and reliable functi
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What does FCC Certification of a product mean?
Aug 4th 2023
By law, any electronic device that utilizes radio frequency (RF) technology or emits – either by design or as a byproduct – radio frequency energy, requi
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Component Software Helps Mitigate Supply Chain Disruptions
Posted by Drew Thompson on Jan 18th 2023
SiliconExpert is one of the major resources that Sealevel utilizes throughout the product development life cycle. In a nutshell, SiliconExpert is a software platform
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Engineered for Healthcare: Medical-Grade Isolation
Posted by Jessica Parks on Apr 13th 2022
From doctors’ offices to hospital rooms to assisted living facilities, technology is transforming the healthcare industry. More technology means more machines,
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Meeting SWaP & Rugged Computing Requirements
Posted by Katherine Elrod on Feb 19th 2022
Military and aerospace applications have long demanded SWaP optimization. Now, the increased use of AI and robotics have engineers and manufacturers doubling down on
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Overheard in Tech Support: Certifications at Sealevel
Dec 22nd 2021
Sealevel’s team of Compliance & Test Engineers completes extensive, continual evaluations and reviews to meet environmental, safety and security standard
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Improving Compliance Testing & Product Development with Oscilloscopes
Posted by Katherine Elrod on Dec 9th 2021
Sealevel’s in-house engineering team recently upgraded their primary oscilloscope to a LabMaster 10 Zi-A High Bandwidth Modular Oscilloscope. This series of os
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HazLoc Certifications & Compliance: Part II
Posted by Sara Gates May on Aug 19th 2021
Hazardous locations, or HazLoc, are classified areas that contain gases, vapors, dust or fibers that create a risk of fire or explosions. Examples of these locations
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HazLoc Certifications & Compliance: Part I
Posted by Sara Gates May on Jul 23rd 2021
Compliance with hazardous location regulations and standards is necessary to prevent serious accidents in environments including oil rigs, health care facilities and
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Meeting & Exceeding Standards: Aerodynamic Hazards
Posted by Heidi Huff on Nov 25th 2020
Equipment stored or operated on aircraft must withstand a variety of hazards, including acceleration, acoustic noise, temperature, vibration, water intrusion and alt
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Meeting & Exceeding Standards: Pyroshock, Gunfire and Ballistics
Posted by Heidi Huff on Nov 21st 2020
Previously, we reviewed resistance testing guidelines for general shock and vibration. However, shock can come from many sources. Military standard MIL-STD-810G ou
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Meeting & Exceeding Standards: Atmospheric Conditions
Posted by Heidi Huff on Nov 11th 2020
Under MIL-STD-801G atmospheric testing evaluates a device’s ability to withstand shock, radiation and acidity found in various conditions.Low Pressure (Altitud
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Meeting & Exceeding Standards: Temperature Extremes & Shock
Posted by Heidi Huff on Oct 30th 2020
The military created MIL-STD-810G to establish test methods for determining the resistance of equipment against the effects of rugged environments. Several tests r
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