IEEE 1901.1.1-2020
IEEE Standard Test Procedures for IEEE Std 1901.1(TM) for Medium Frequency (less than 15 MHz) Power Line Communications for Smart Grid Applications
Available Formats:
- Availability: Immediate Download
- Language: English
- License Type: Single User
- Updates: Not Included
- Availability: Request Quote
- Language: English
- License Type: Enterprise / Multi User
- Updates: Included
About This Item
IEEE 1901.1.1-2020 is a technical standard for test procedures related to IEEE Std 1901.1(TM), focused on medium frequency power line communications below 15 MHz for smart grid applications. It provides a structured way to evaluate communication performance and related behavior in power-line-based systems, helping engineers verify that equipment and implementations meet the intended requirements. For designers, testers, and procurement teams, this standard supports more consistent comparison and compliance review across connected power and communications devices.
What is IEEE 1901.1.1-2020?
This standard defines test procedures for IEEE Std 1901.1(TM), the specification used for medium frequency power line communications in smart grid environments. IEEE 1901.1.1-2020 is aimed at repeatable evaluation of implementation characteristics, so results can be compared in a controlled and credible way. In practice, it helps translate communication requirements into measurable test steps for devices and systems that operate over power lines, especially where reliability and interoperability matter.
Where is IEEE 1901.1.1-2020 used?
IEEE 1901.1.1-2020 is typically used in labs, product development, and acceptance testing for power line communication equipment intended for smart grid use. It is relevant to devices and systems that send data over electrical conductors at medium frequencies, including utility communication modules, grid monitoring equipment, and related components in control and networking environments. It may also support verification workflows for manufacturers and integrators that need consistent test methods before deployment or procurement.
Why is IEEE 1901.1.1-2020 important?
IEEE 1901.1.1-2020 matters because test procedures reduce ambiguity when assessing medium frequency power line communication performance. Clear methods help teams compare results, document compliance, and identify implementation issues earlier in the design cycle. That can lower integration risk, improve consistency across suppliers, and support more reliable smart grid communications. For organizations evaluating equipment or building interoperable systems, the standard offers a practical basis for repeatable technical review.
- Test procedures for IEEE Std 1901.1(TM)
- Medium frequency PLC below 15 MHz
- Smart grid communication verification
- Repeatable performance assessment
- Compliance and procurement support
- Publication Date: 2021
- Standard Status: Active
- Publisher: IEEE
- Subject: Components, Circuits, Devices and Systems; Power, Energy and Industry Applications; Communication, Networking and Broadcast Technologies
- Official IEEE: Doi link
- This Version: 1901.1.1 (2021)
Please request information about the document. Contact Page
Need This Standard?
Request a personalized quote today to receive the latest edition in PDF or other available formats.
Need This Standard?
Request a personalized quote today to receive the latest edition in PDF or other available formats.
Summarize with AI
Get quick summaries using your favorite AI engine.
Online Standart Disclaimer
OnlineStandart.com is an authorized reseller of international standards, operating through partnerships with authorized distributors. We do not own the copyrights or trademarks of the standards we sell, including but not limited to those of API, ASHRAE, BSI, SAE, ASTM, IEEE, IEC, ASME, ISO, and others.
All product names, logos, and brands are the property of their respective owners and are used for identification purposes only; their use does not imply endorsement. OnlineStandart.com is not affiliated with or endorsed by any standards development organization unless explicitly stated. The content of this document is for informational purposes only and is intended to promote our licensed reselling services.
Online Standart does not host, distribute, or link to free, unlicensed, or uncertified copies of copyrighted standards. Every document we deliver is a licensed copy obtained through authorized channels and supplied with full licensing documentation. The “Free PDF Download” option on our product pages refers to this free informational document — never to a free copy of any standard.