RFCENELEC Frequency Bands: A, B, C, and D Explained
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This page outlines the CENELEC frequency bands, specifically Band A, Band B, Band C, and Band D. In Western Europe, the regulations regarding residential powerline circuits (RPC) are defined by the CENELEC standard EN 50065. This standard addresses signaling on low-voltage electrical installations within the frequency range of 3 kHz to 148.5 kHz.
The following table summarizes the different CENELEC frequency bands and their respective characteristics:
| CENELEC Frequency Band | Frequency Range (kHz) | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 3 to 9 | Limited to energy providers; with their approval, other parties within the consumer premises may also utilize this band. | |
| Band A | 9 to 95 | Restricted to energy providers and their concession holders. |
| Band B | 95 to 125 | Limited to customers of energy providers. No specific access protocol is defined for this band. |
| Band C | 125 to 140 | Limited to customers of energy providers. To enable simultaneous operation of multiple systems, the CSMA protocol using a frequency of 132.5 kHz is defined. |
| Band D | 140 to 148.5 | Limited to customers of energy providers; no access protocol is defined for this band. |
