What is BS EN 61094-6 - Frequency response of microphones about?
BS EN 61094-6 is an international standard that discusses the electrostatic actuators for determining the frequency response.
BS EN 61094-6:
- Gives guidelines for the design of actuators for microphones equipped with electrically conductive diaphragms
- Gives methods for the validation of electrostatic actuators
- Gives a method for determining the electrostatic actuator response of a microphone
The applications of electrostatic actuators are not fully described within BS EN 61094-6 but include:
- A technique for detecting changes in the frequency response of a microphone
- A technique for determining the environmental influence on the response of a microphone
- A technique for determining the free-field or pressure response of a microphone without specific acoustical test facilities, by the application of predetermined correction values specific to the microphone model and actuator used
- A technique applicable at high frequencies not typically covered by calibration methods using sound excitation
Who is BS EN 61094-6 - Frequency response of microphones for?
BS EN 61094-6 on frequency response of microphones is relevant to:
- Manufacturers of measurement microphones
- Manufacturers and designers of electrostatic actuators
- Electrical engineers
- Electricians
- Mechanical engineers
- Testing authorities
- Testing laboratories
Why should you use BS EN 61094-6 - Frequency response of microphones?
An electrostatic actuator is a device for the determination of microphone frequency response comprising an electrically conductive stiff plate placed near the microphone diaphragm such that a time-varying voltage, applied between the plate and the diaphragm, produces an electrostatic force that simulates a sound pressure uniformly distributed over the surface of the diaphragm.
BS EN 61094-6 discusses terms and definitions that depict a user-friendly idea of the frequency response of microphones. BS EN 61094-6 also provides users with measurement of electrostatic actuator response which contributes to their performance characteristics ensuring their reliability. BS EN 61094-6 describe practical consequences for the determination of the environmental characteristics of a microphone.
Overall, BS EN 61094-6 is useful as it provides guidance on the electrostatic actuators for determining the frequency response which can be beneficial for your business.
