Microwave leakage test

A microwave oven generates microwave rays which pass through food and liquid and react with and agitate the liquid molecules. The agitation results in the liquid molecules moving faster generating heat. In the same way microwave rays affect the human body and scientific research demonstrates the effects of radiation on the central nervous system and brain metabolism.

A microwave oven deteriorates through normal use and regular testing identifies when the emitted radiation is no longer at accepted levels. Microwave leakage testing involves:

• a visual inspection to identify any physical defects that contribute toward leakage.
• the radiation leakage test which measures the emission levels from the microwave unit.
• recording of the findings to track the performance of the microwave unit over time.