Spectrum Details for 6 GHz Frequency Band
PART 15—RADIO FREQUENCY DEVICES
Technical Summary
Part 15 regulates unlicensed devices, such as Wi-Fi routers and Bluetooth transmitters, to prevent interference with licensed services. It includes technical standards for intentional and unintentional radiators, with power limits for devices in bands like 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz. Wi-Fi's output power is limited to 1 watt in certain U-NII bands. To ensure compliance, devices must undergo testing and meet specific emission thresholds.
Legal Details
Kama Thuo, PLLC Wireless Telecommunications Law Firm has compiled legal details on FCC Part 15.
| Name | Freq. Range (GHz) | Bandwidth (MHz) | Radio Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| U-NII-5 | 5.925–6.425 | 500 | |
| U-NII-6 | 6.425–6.525 | 100 | |
| U-NII-7 | 6.525–6.875 | 350 | |
| U-NII-8 | 6.875–7.125 | 250 | RF Devices (Part 15) |
| Band Portion | License Type | License Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| 6 GHz | Unlicensed | Any Person or Entity |
For legal details on 6 GHz (or for counseling on spectrum licensing and allocation generally), see information at Kama Thuo, PLLC Wireless Telecommunications Law Firm.
Footnotes:
1.2 GHz Bandwidth for U-NII-5 to U-NII-8. U-NII-5=5.925-6.425 GHz; U-NII-6=6.425-6.525 GHz; U-NII-7=6.525-6.875 GHz; U-NII-8=6.875-7.125 GHz.
47 CFR § 97.303 authorizes amateur radio operators to transmit at 5.65-5.725 GHz.