New Standard UL 62275

Cable ties for electrical installations What you need to know Now
February 2010

What is UL 62275?
For cable ties, it replaces the current U.S. and Canadian standard UL 1565/CSA C22.2 No. 18.5 It is based on the international standard IEC 62275, Cable ties for electrical installations It is harmonized with Canadian standard CSA C22.2 No. 62275 and Mexican standard NMX-J-623-ANCE It establishes a scheme for standard Type classifications and performance ratings

Why the new UL 62275 standard?

Supports global standardization Reduces the number of separate standards

Simplifies product selection based on standardized classifications and ratings Promotes high value, consistent quality and safe and efficient application

When does it take effect?

Published February 26, 2010 Manufacturers can comply with the requirements now Completely replaces requirements for cable ties in UL 1565/CSA C22.2 No. 18.5 effective February 26, 2013

How will I recognize a compliant product?

New Type classifications When tested by UL, the Mark will no longer be used, only the Mark with the appropriate Type designation Other certifiers marks may also be applied as appropriate Additional performance ratings

New UL 62275 Types

UL 62275 Markings

Where can I get more information?

NEMA cable ties web page www.nema.org/prod/be/cable-ties Future What do I need to know Now? bulletins NEMA Application Guides
No. 1: Air-handling spaces No. 2: Exposure to ultraviolet light No. 3: Corrosive atmospheres No. 4: Exposure to high or low temperatures No. 5: Flammability and fire effects No. 6: Mechanical properties

How will my customer know about the new standard?

Scheduled NEMA communications Press releases NEMA cable ties webpage www.nema.org/prod/be/cable-ties Cable tie manufacturer sales/marketing communications Public standards notifications

GLOSSARY
UL Underwriter Laboratories Inc. IEC International Electrotechnical Commission CSA Canadian Standards Association ANCE Mexico- Association for Electrotechnical Standardization and Certification NEMA National Electrical Manufacturers Association ANSI American National Standards Institute NEC National Electrical Code NFPA National Fire Protection Association