Planning the MOBY D system
4.5 EMC Guidelines
MOBY D
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Coupling paths
A coupling path has to be present before the disturbance emitted by the interference source
can affect the system. There are four ways in which interference can be coupled in:
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When RFID modules are used, different components in the overall system can act as a
coupling path:
Table 4- 26 Causes of coupling paths
Coupling path Invoked by
Conductors and cables
ï‚· Incorrect or inappropriate installation
ï‚· Missing or incorrectly connected shield
ï‚· Inappropriate physical arrangement of cables
Control cabinet or housing
ï‚· Missing or incorrectly wired equalizing conductor
ï‚· Missing or incorrect earthing
ï‚· Inappropriate physical arrangement
ï‚· Components not mounted securely
ï‚· Unfavorable cabinet configuration