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G7c and Medical Devices

Written by JG | April 21, 2022

The G7c emits radio frequencies and contains a magnet which may interfere with medical devices such as defibrillators or pacemakers.

Information about this topic is provided by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) at the following link: US FDA Article - Magnets in Cell Phones and Smart Watches May Affect Pacemakers and Other Implanted Medical Devices

Consult with the manufacturer of your medical device for appropriate precautions.

G7c Radio Frequency Emissions and Testing

Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) regulations establish acceptable limits for intentional and unintentional radiation from products and are designed to protect user safety and limit unwanted interaction between electronic devices in the environment.

Blackline’s G7c 4G (model G7C-NA2/G7C-EU2) is tested to and meets the following EMC and SAR standards:

About Blackline Device Magnets

The G7c has a single rare earth magnet that operates the hall effect switch for the emergency latch trigger.

This N35 neodymium magnet (diameter of 0.125 in. (3.18 mm) and a length of 0.25 in. (6.35 mm)) has a strength of 2 gauss at a distance of 1.5 inches (38.1 mm).

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