What is an FCC ID?

An FCC ID is a unique identifier assigned to a device registered with the United States Federal Communications Commission. For legal sale of wireless deices in the US, manufacturers must:

Have the device evaluated by an independent lab to ensure it conforms to FCC standards

Provide documentation to the FCC of the lab results

Provide User Manuals, Documentation, and Photos relating to the device

Digitally or physically label the device with the unique identifier provided by the FCC (upon approved application)

The FCC gets its authourity from Title 47 of the Code of Federal Regulations (47 CFR). FCC IDs are required for all wireless emitting devices sold in the USA. By searching an FCC ID, you can find details on the wireless operating frequency (including strength), photos of the device, user manuals for the device, and SAR reports on the wireless emissions. CFR

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