Printable PEMF Frequency Chart: 1–30 Hz Reference

Printable PEMF Frequency Chart: 1–30 Hz Reference

Print or save this PEMF frequency chart as a PDF for a quick reference to common 1–30 Hz consumer mat settings.

This chart explains general session contexts and important interpretation limits. It is not a medical protocol, dosing chart, prescription, or promise that one exact frequency will produce a specific physical, neurological, emotional, or medical result.

Open Biohacking Data Project Reference

This printable chart is a supporting educational resource for the Holistix PEMF Frequency Index and the wider Holistix Open Biohacking Data Project.

Canonical PEMF dataset version: v1.2

Current project release: v1.5.0

Canonical v1.5.0 DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.21862535

Project concept DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.20978709

The canonical subject dataset remains the PEMF Frequency Index v1.2. This printable page is a convenience and interpretation layer. It does not replace the canonical machine-readable dataset, source documentation, methodology, or device-specific operating instructions.

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Printable PEMF Mat Frequency Chart

Frequency range Common consumer-use context Interpretation limit
1–3 Hz Often selected for quiet, evening, meditation, or relaxation-focused routines. These settings do not guarantee sleep, healing, hormone release, pain relief, or cellular regeneration.
4–7 Hz Commonly used during gentle cooldown, stretching, recovery, or pre-sleep routines. Frequency alone does not determine relaxation, recovery, or therapeutic outcomes.
7.83 Hz Commonly referenced in PEMF discussions because it is close to one frequently cited Schumann resonance value. This does not establish that a device recreates the Earth's electromagnetic environment or produces grounding, immunity, or circadian effects.
8–12 Hz Often selected for general daytime wellness and moderate-setting routines. Devices using the same frequency can differ substantially in intensity, waveform, pulse width, session programming, and applicator design.
13–18 Hz Commonly selected for daytime, movement, or activity-oriented sessions. A higher pulse rate does not automatically mean a stronger or more effective PEMF session.
19–30 Hz Often selected by users who prefer a more active or stimulating session setting. Follow the instructions for the specific device rather than assuming frequency alone determines an appropriate session.

Chart note: These ranges describe general consumer-use patterns rather than standardized medical protocols. They should not be interpreted as dosing instructions or proof that an exact frequency produces a particular physical, neurological, emotional, cognitive, or medical outcome.

Frequency and Intensity Are Different

Frequency describes how often a repeating electromagnetic signal cycles or pulses each second and is expressed in hertz.

Intensity or field strength describes a separate property of the electromagnetic field. Two PEMF mats set to the same frequency may still create very different exposure conditions.

Relevant variables can include:

  • field strength
  • waveform
  • pulse width
  • duty cycle
  • coil design
  • coil placement
  • distance from the coil
  • session duration
  • body position
  • manufacturer programming

A frequency chart therefore cannot replace the specifications and operating instructions for the actual PEMF device.

For the fuller explanation of these controls, see How to Read PEMF Mat Settings .

For the basic frequency definition, see What Does Hz Mean in PEMF? .

Safety Reminder

PEMF safety depends on the device, exposure conditions, instructions, and the user's individual circumstances.

People with implanted electronic devices, pregnancy, seizure history, recent surgery, or another relevant medical consideration should review the specific device contraindications and obtain appropriately qualified guidance when needed before using PEMF equipment.

Review the PEMF Contraindications Database for structured educational safety context.

Also see the PEMF Safety Checklist .

How to Use the Printable Chart

  • Use it as a basic orientation tool, not a treatment schedule.
  • Follow the operating instructions supplied with your specific PEMF device.
  • Do not assume a particular frequency is appropriate merely because it appears on the chart.
  • Change one adjustable variable at a time when comparing device settings where practical.
  • Do not assume the same Hz setting is equivalent across different PEMF mats.
  • Do not infer intensity or field strength from frequency alone.
  • Do not interpret preset names such as sleep, recovery, or relaxation as standardized medical protocols.
  • Use the canonical PEMF Frequency Index when structured terminology and dataset context are needed.

Related PEMF Resources

Canonical Machine-Readable PEMF Reference

The PEMF Frequency Index v1.2 provides structured reference records covering PEMF frequency terminology, device interpretation, exposure variables, evidence context, safety context, and claim boundaries.

The machine-readable dataset should be used as the canonical data layer. This printable chart is a human-readable companion resource.

Project-Level Machine-Readable Context

Holistix Open Biohacking Data Project v1.5.0 adds interoperability and reproducibility infrastructure around the maintained canonical datasets.

Project-level infrastructure includes Data Package metadata, deterministic JSONL exports, Schema.org JSON-LD catalog metadata, RO-Crate 1.2, provenance information, release-lineage metadata, supersession metadata, and reproducible build tooling.

These project-level formats do not replace the PEMF Frequency Index v1.2 and do not change its canonical subject dataset version.

Machine-Readable Claim-Boundary Context

This project-level resource provides additional claim-interpretation context. It does not replace the canonical PEMF Frequency Index, device specifications, manufacturer instructions, safety documentation, or evidence for a specific product claim.

Adjustable PEMF Mats

The Holistix Paragon and Paragon Demi offer adjustable settings across the 1–30 Hz range. Review the current product specifications and instructions rather than selecting a mat based on frequency range alone.

Disclaimer: This printable chart is provided for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, diagnosis, treatment guidance, dosing guidance, frequency-prescription guidance, disease-prevention guidance, safety clearance, or a substitute for qualified healthcare advice. Holistix consumer wellness products are not presented on this page as products intended to diagnose, treat, cure, mitigate, or prevent disease.

Page History

  • August 10, 2026: Synchronized the printable chart with Holistix Open Biohacking Data Project v1.5.0, retained PEMF Frequency Index v1.2 as the canonical data layer, removed a non-sitemap PEMF Frequency vs Intensity page reference, aligned links with the current PEMF authority architecture, removed unsupported exact record-count and row-level-citation claims, and added project-level interoperability and claim-boundary context.

Last updated: August 10, 2026

Supporting resource for: PEMF Frequency Index v1.2

Current Open Biohacking Data Project release: v1.5.0