IEEE P1309/D1.2, June 2013

IEEE P1309/D1.2, June 2013 is a draft standard for the calibration of electromagnetic field sensors and probes, excluding antennas, across 9 kHz to 40 GHz. It addresses measurement practice for devices used to detect and quantify electric and magnetic fields in components, circuits, devices, and systems. For engineers and test laboratories, it helps support more consistent calibration results, which is important when evaluating field response, measurement accuracy, and overall test reliability.

IEEE P1309/D1.2, June 2013 overview

This technical document focuses on calibration methods for electromagnetic field sensors and probes used outside antenna applications, with coverage extending from low-frequency kHz ranges into microwave frequencies. IEEE P1309/D1.2, June 2013 is relevant where field measurements must be repeatable and traceable across a broad operating band. In practice, it supports structured calibration workflows for probe-based measurements, helping users compare results more confidently and align test practices with a defined engineering reference.

Typical use cases

This standard is commonly used in test and measurement environments that characterize electromagnetic fields around electronic assemblies, RF subsystems, and other devices subject to field exposure or interference concerns. It may be applied when calibrating probes for bench testing, compliance-oriented evaluations, or laboratory instrumentation that measures near-field behavior. IEEE P1309/D1.2, June 2013 is especially relevant for workflows that depend on sensor accuracy across a wide frequency span and require disciplined calibration procedures.

Why this standard matters

Accurate field-sensor calibration can reduce uncertainty in measurements that affect design decisions, validation results, and procurement specifications. For organizations working with electromagnetic compatibility or field-related diagnostics, IEEE P1309/D1.2, June 2013 supports more consistent comparisons between instruments, test setups, and laboratories. That consistency can help lower risk in engineering reviews, improve confidence in reported performance, and provide a clearer basis for repeatable testing across the stated frequency range.

• Calibration of electromagnetic field sensors and probes
• Excludes antennas from the stated scope
• Frequency range: 9 kHz to 40 GHz
• Relevant to field measurement and test-lab workflows
• Supports repeatability and measurement consistency