Electronic – Do I need FCC certification to sell if the device uses ISM bands

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I have made a portable xbee-like transceiver. The system will be operating at 2.44000GHz (RX) and 2.46000GHz (TX). The TX power to the antenna is well underneath +30dBm; the EIRP is also less than +36dBm. My understanding is that even though my device is unlicensed and uncertified, and I am legally able to operate under these frequencies in the ISM band.

However, if I want to sell this device, do I need to have this device certified by the FCC? If so, what does it mean to be certified by the FCC for ISM bands?

P.S.
I only care about FCC certification, as I will be getting Intertek certification soon… and I don't really care about UL, cUL, or CE.

Best Answer

All intentional radiators must be certified to the FCC regulations. Since you said "transceiver", it implies this device is in part a transmitter. Selling a intentional radiator, such as your device, without FCC certification in the United States is a federal offense. All your units can be confiscated, you can be fined, and in some cases worse punishments may be imposed.

Frankly, if you are asking such a basic question, you don't belong in this position. Get someone who knows what they are doing to help you thru the process. Then maybe next time you can be the expert. This really not a place newbies belong without the guidance of someone that does know what they are doing.