Navigating Modular FCC Approvals for Embedded Wireless Hardware Devices
Pre-certified FCC modular grants eliminate fundamental radio testing but require strict host trace adherence, exposure compliance, and Part 15B verification.
Title 47 CFR Section 2.933
Meaning
Federal regulation that outlines the procedure for changing the identification of a certified radio frequency device. Title 47 CFR Section 2.933 allows a manufacturer to market an existing certified wireless module under a new brand name or model number without performing new laboratory testing. This process is used when a company licenses a pre-approved radio module to sell under its own label.
Application Procedure
Filing for a change in identification requires submitting an application to the Federal Communications Commission. The applicant must provide a statement that the equipment is identical to the original design and that the original test results continue to represent the device. This submission must also include photos of the new exterior label showing the new identifier to ensure compliance with branding requirements.
Original Grantee
Consent from the original manufacturer is necessary to complete the transfer of identity. The original grant must remain active and valid, and the original manufacturer must provide a letter authorizing the new applicant to reference the existing files. This letter ensures that the intellectual property and test reports are used legally.
Product Branding
Rebranding allows companies to integrate wireless connectivity without investing in costly radio engineering. The new model retains the regulatory approval of the original module. This reduces time-to-market for smart home products and industrial sensors.