What are AC Electric Fields?

See below for some basics on this type of EMF, as well as research into health consequences from exposures to this type of electrosmog. For a broader understanding of all major EMF types, where they come from, and how they impact health, check out my EMF 101 eBooks.

Where Do AC Electric Fields Come From?

Produced by the presence of electricity, and a voltage difference between two points. Their strength is determined by voltage; the higher the voltage or number of sources, the stronger the field. AC Electric Fields are generated by live electrical wires and generally travel 6-8 feet from the source, but in some cases further. An electric field will exist even when a device is not in use (turned off). In other words, these sources produce a continual emission. AC Electric Fields have a natural attraction to ground and are considered low frequency electromagnetic radiation (5 Hz – 400,000 Hz)

Examples: Home wiring and wiring errors, power lines, AC/DC converter, lamps, extension cords, most plug-in appliances.

Videos Showing AC Electric Fields in Residential Homes

As an EMF Inspector, I work with clients everyday to identify the EMF profiles in their homes, and how they can be fixed. Click the link above to see my videos on where AC magnetic fields have shown up in their homes.

What Impacts do AC electric fields have on Health?

Effects of extremely low frequency electromagnetic field (ELF-EMF) on cytokines of innate and adaptive immunity

According to the studies, it is supposed that short-term (2-24 h/d up to a week) exposure of ELF-EMF with strong density may increase innate immune response due to an increase of innate immunity cytokines. Furthermore, long-term (2-24 h/d up to 8 years) exposure to low-density ELF-EMF may cause a decrease in adaptive immune response, especially in Th1 subset.

The effect of chronic exposure to extremely low-frequency electromagnetic fields on sleep quality, stress, depression and anxiety

This study suggests that long-term occupational exposure to ELF-EMF may lead to depression, stress, anxiety and poor sleep quality.

Grounding protects preemies from electrical fields

A technique called “electrical grounding” may reduce preterm infants’ electromagnetic exposure while in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) and improve their health outcomes, research shows.