IEEE P1309/D2.0

IEEE P1309/D2.0 is an approved draft standard for calibrating electromagnetic field sensors and probes, excluding antennas, across 9 kHz to 40 GHz. Positioned within Fields, Waves and Electromagnetics, it addresses how measurement devices are characterized for reliable field readings over a broad frequency range. For labs, manufacturers, and test teams, this document helps support consistent calibration practice and more trustworthy electromagnetic measurements.

Overview of IEEE P1309/D2.0

This draft specification focuses on calibration methods for field sensors and probes used to measure electromagnetic environments rather than antenna performance. IEEE P1309/D2.0 is tied to revision work on IEEE 1309-1996 and was later superseded by IEEE 1309-2005, which places it in a clear historical and technical context. Its scope is especially relevant where sensor response, traceability, and measurement consistency matter across wide frequency coverage in electromagnetics testing.

Typical use cases

IEEE P1309/D2.0 is commonly relevant in calibration laboratories, EMC test setups, and engineering workflows that depend on field measurements from probes and sensors. It may be used when verifying instrumentation for electromagnetic compatibility testing, research measurements, or equipment characterization from low radio frequencies through microwave bands. The standard is also useful for organizations that need a documented basis for probe calibration, acceptance checks, or comparison of measurement results across different test systems.

Why it matters

Accurate calibration is central to dependable field measurements, especially when results support design decisions, compliance testing, or product qualification. IEEE P1309/D2.0 helps reduce uncertainty by defining a more consistent framework for calibrating electromagnetic field sensors and probes. That consistency can improve repeatability between facilities, support procurement decisions for test equipment, and lower the risk of disputed results. For users working with field measurements, the document provides a practical reference for controlled and defensible measurement practice.

• Calibration of electromagnetic field sensors and probes
• Frequency range from 9 kHz to 40 GHz
• Measurement practice for Fields, Waves and Electromagnetics
• Applicable to test and calibration workflows, not antennas
• Superseded draft referenced by IEEE 1309-2005