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Information Paper 2/97 Magnetic fields and building services
Publication Year
1997
Document Status
Current
Abstract
Stray 50Hz magnetic fields from power cables and electrical equipment can cause interference to computers and other electronic equipment in buildings. In particular, interference to computer display screens, or 'VDU wobble', can be caused by quite low-level magnetic fields. This paper focuses on the magnetic fields in non-domestic buildings produced by building services equipment such as busbars, transformers, lift gear and HVAC plant. It reviews what can be done to keep magnetic fields at normal background levels, and how interference to computer monitors can be avoided.
Author
Bromley, A. K. R. and Wylds, S.
ISBN
9781860811036
Publisher Information
BRE
BRE is a building science centre that generates new knowledge through research. This is used to create products, tools and standards that drive positive change across the built environment. BRE helps its government and private sector clients meet the significant environmental, social and economic challenges they face in delivering homes, buildings and communities. BRE is owned by the BRE Trust, a registered charity. The Trust uses the profits made by the BRE companies to fund research and education that advances knowledge of the built environment.
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