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FCC Testing & Certification

F2 Labs can provide you with Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Certification in our EMC Testing Lab, Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity (SDoC), formerly Verification and Declaration of Conformity, testing. Manufacturers who sell electrical and/or digital products in the United States must have their products tested by an accredited lab certified by the FCC. F2 Labs is accredited by the FCC as a Conformity Assessment Body (CAB). We partner with a Telecommunication Certification Body (TCB) in order to provide our clients with FCC Part 15 certification and compliance testing & approvals.

F2 Labs offers FCC Certification Testing in their EMC Lab and Approval for Transmitters and Intentional Radiators for most wireless devices such as radios, Wi-Fi, RFID, ZigBee, Bluetooth and BLE devices. We can also provide certification testing for products that use 802.11 (a)(b)(bg)(n)(ac)(abgn) protocols.

We can assist you with the required testing, the completion of the required documentation, and submittal of all documentation and test reports that are required in order to obtain FCC certification. We will be with you every step of the way in assisting you through the FCC testing process.

Any digital device is required to meet the applicable rules under FCC Part 15 regulations. F2 Labs is here to assist you in determining which of the regulations are applicable to your product. We provide you with the necessary FCC certification in our EMC testing lab, Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity (SDoC), formerly verification, and/or Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity (DOC) testing your product requires in order to become compliant with the FCC Part 15 rules.

Products We Test for FCC Certification

  • Transmitter, Radio, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth Devices
  • Two-way Radios
  • Wireless Computing Devices
  • Wireless FM Receivers
  • Wireless Keyboards
  • Wireless Medical Devices
  • Wireless Telecommunication Equipment
  • Wireless Transmitter Devices

We provide FCC Certification Testing in our EMC Lab to the following Standards:

Radio Frequency Devices

  • FCC CFR 47 Part 18 – Industrial, scientific, and medical equipment
  • FCC 15.107 – Conducted limits.
  • FCC 15.109 – Radiated emission limits.
  • FCC 15.209 – Radiated emission limits; general requirements.
  • FCC 15.217 – Operation in the band 160-190 kHz.
  • FCC 15.219 – Operation in the band 510-1705 kHz.
  • FCC 15.223 – Operation in the band 1.705-10 MHz.
  • FCC 15.225 – Operation within the band 13.110-14.010 MHz.
  • FCC 15.227 – Operation within the band 26.96-27.28 MHz.
  • FCC 15.229 – Operation within the band 40.66-40.70 MHz.
  • FCC 15.231 – Periodic operation in the band 40.66-40.70 MHz and above 70 MHz.
  • FCC 15.245 – Operation within the bands 902-928 MHz, 2435-2465 MHz, 5785-5815 MHz, 10500-10550 MHz, and 24075-24175 MHz.
  • FCC 15.247 – Operation within the bands 902-928 MHz, 2400-2483.5 MHz, and 5725-5850 MHz.
  • FCC 15.249 – Operation within the bands 902-928 MHz, 2400-2483.5 MHz, 5725-5875 MHZ, and 24.0-24.25 GHz.
  • FCC 15.407 – General technical requirements.

Compliance Testing & approval for Industrial, scientific, and medical equipment

Conducted limits.

 Radiated emission limits.

Radiated emission limits; general requirements.

Operation in the band 160-190 kHz.

Operation in the band 510-1705 kHz.

Operation in the band 1.705-10 MHz.

Operation within the band 13.110-14.010 MHz.

Operation within the band 26.96-27.28 MHz.

Operation within the band 40.66-40.70 MHz.

Periodic operation in the band 40.66-40.70 MHz and above 70 MHz.

Operation within the bands 902-928 MHz, 2435-2465 MHz, 5785-5815 MHz, 10500-10550 MHz, and 24075-24175 MHz.

Operation within the bands 902-928 MHz, 2400-2483.5 MHz, and 5725-5850 MHz.

Operation within the bands 902-928 MHz, 2400-2483.5 MHz, 5725-5875 MHZ, and 24.0-24.25 GHz.

General technical requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is FCC Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity (SDOC) and Why is it Necessary?

FCC (Federal Communications Commission) Certification is required for electrical and/or digital products in the United States that emit RF unintentionally. It ensures that the product emits RF at or below the limits allowed by the FCC regulations. For FCC SDoC compliance, nothing needs to be submitted to the FCC, as it is a declaration by the manufacturer attesting to the product’s compliance with applicable FCC regulations.  The responsible party will need to have a test report showing proof of compliance, in case it’s ever requested by the FCC, and must also complete and sign an FCC Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity.

What is FCC Certification and Why is it Necessary? 

FCC (Federal Communications Commission) Certification is required wireless transmitters that emit RF intentionally. It ensures that the product emits RF at or below the limits allowed by the FCC regulations.  With FCC Certification documentation must be filed with the FCC TCB and an FCC ID number is obtained.

What is the Role of F2 Labs in FCC Certification?

F2 Labs, accredited by the FCC as a Conformity Assessment Body (CAB), performs necessary testing and evaluations for FCC certification. They partner with a Telecommunication Certification Body (TCB) to provide clients with FCC Part 15 certification and compliance testing & approvals.

What Types of Products Does F2 Labs Test for FCC Certification?

F2 Labs offers FCC certification testing for a wide range of wireless devices, including transmitters, radios, Wi-Fi, RFID, ZigBee, Bluetooth, BLE devices, two-way radios, wireless computing devices, and various other wireless telecommunication equipment.

What Standards Does F2 Labs Test Against for FCC Certification?

F2 Labs provides FCC certification testing to several standards, including FCC CFR 47 Parts 15 and 18, and specific FCC standards such as FCC 15.107, 15.109, 15.209, 15.217, 15.247, 15.249 and others that cover different aspects of radiofrequency and digital device compliance.

What is the Process for Obtaining FCC Certification with F2 Labs?

The process involves conducting the required testing, completing necessary documentation, and submitting all documentation and test reports for FCC certification. F2 Labs assists clients through every step of the FCC testing process.

How Does F2 Labs Determine Applicable FCC Regulations for a Product?

F2 Labs assists clients in determining which FCC Part 15 regulations are applicable to their products, ensuring the necessary certification, SDoC, and compliance testing are accurately conducted.

Can I Witness the Testing Process for FCC Certification at F2 Labs?

Clients are welcome to witness the testing process at F2 Labs’ EMC testing facility. This allows for greater involvement and understanding of the FCC certification and testing procedures
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