The UL1570 standard is a test standard issued by Underwriters Laboratories (UL) specifically for wire and cable products, mainly used to evaluate the electrical performance, mechanical performance, combustion performance and other characteristics of wires and cables.
Below TST CABLES introduces the UL1570 cable standard and product applications and technology in detail.
UL1570 Standard Overview
Standard Name: UL1570 – Standard for Safety for Wire and Cable for Use in Electric Lighting and Sign Systems
Purpose: To ensure the safe use of wires and cables in electric lighting and sign systems.
Scope of application: Applicable to wires and cables used in electric lighting systems and sign systems, especially those cables that require high temperature resistance, UV resistance, flame retardancy and other characteristics.
Insulated wire UL1570 wire series
Product features:
- Rated voltage: 600V
- Working temperature: -80 ~ +250 ℃
- Conductor: pure silver or nickel-plated copper wire
- Insulation: PTFE Teflon
- Color: red/yellow/blue/white/black/yellow-green/brown, etc.
UL1570 wire and cable features/uses:
Excellent corrosion resistance, strong oil resistance, strong acid resistance, strong alkali resistance, strong oxidation resistance, strong oxidation resistance, etc.
Excellent electrical insulation performance, high voltage resistance, low frequency loss, no moisture absorption, high insulation.
Excellent fire resistance, aging resistance, long service life.
In the electronics industry, it can be used for temperature compensation wire, low temperature resistant wire, high temperature heating wire, aging resistant wire and flame retardant wire.
In the household appliance industry, it can be used for internal wiring of air conditioners, microwave ovens, electronic disinfection cabinets, rice cookers, electronic thermos, electric heaters, electric ovens, electric wooden boards, lighting fixtures, etc.
UL1570 wire and cable application areas
Electric lighting system: Cables suitable for indoor and outdoor incandescent lighting systems.
Household appliances: Wires and cables suitable for various household appliances.
Commercial lighting: Lighting systems suitable for commercial places, such as shops, restaurants, etc.
Decorative lighting: Cables suitable for holiday decorations, stage lighting, etc.
Architectural lighting: Cables suitable for internal and external lighting of buildings.
Electronic equipment: Suitable for internal connecting wires and power cords of electronic equipment.
Medical equipment: Cables suitable for medical equipment, such as monitoring equipment, therapeutic instruments, etc.
Automotive manufacturing: Wires and cables suitable for automobile interiors, such as interior lighting, dashboards, etc.
Computers and office equipment: Suitable for printers, scanners, and internal computer connections.
Communication equipment: Cables suitable for telephone systems, network equipment, etc.
UL1570 wire and cable main requirements
UL1570 wire and cable electrical performance
Conductor resistance: Measure the resistance value of the conductor to ensure that it is within the allowable resistance range.
Withstand voltage test: Test the performance of the insulation material of the wire and cable under high voltage.
Insulation resistance test: measure the insulation resistance of wires and cables to ensure good electrical insulation performance.
UL1570 Mechanical properties of wires and cables
Tensile strength: evaluate the tensile strength of wires and cables.
Bending test: test the bending performance of wires and cables to ensure their flexibility during installation.
Twisting test: evaluate the performance of wires and cables in a twisted state.
UL1570 Burning performance of wires and cables
Vertical burning test: evaluate the flame retardant performance of wires and cables.
Horizontal burning test: evaluate the burning performance of wires and cables when placed horizontally.
UL1570 Environmental adaptability of wires and cables
High and low temperature resistance test: test the performance of wires and cables under extreme temperatures.
Chemical corrosion resistance test: test the resistance of wires and cables to chemicals.
UV resistance test: evaluate the durability of wires and cables under ultraviolet radiation.
UL1570 Construction and material requirements of wires and cables
Conductor material: usually bare copper or silver-plated copper.
Insulation layer: materials such as polyvinyl chloride (PVC), polyolefin (PO), and polyester (PET) may be used.
Sheath material: PVC, polyolefin and other materials may be used.
Filler: If present, it must meet specific requirements.
UL1570 wire and cable product features
High temperature resistance: UL1570 cable can work stably in high temperature environment.
Flame retardancy: It has good flame retardant properties and is suitable for applications requiring flame retardant properties.
Chemical resistance: It has good tolerance to a variety of chemicals and is suitable for chemical industrial environments.
Mechanical strength: It has high mechanical strength and good wear resistance, suitable for use in complex environments.
Electrical insulation: It provides excellent electrical insulation performance and is suitable for electrical applications.
UL1570 wire and cable advantages
High standard manufacturing: Strictly tested and certified in accordance with UL1570 standards to ensure the safety and reliability of the cable.
Wide applicability: Applicable to a variety of lighting and signage systems to meet the special needs of different environments.
Excellent performance: It has excellent high temperature resistance, flame retardancy and chemical resistance, which extends the service life of the cable.
Customized service: Customized services of different specifications and lengths can be provided according to customer needs.
UL1570 wire and cable standards and tests
UL1570 standards: UL1570 cables must comply with the requirements of the UL1570 standards, including tests on electrical performance, combustion performance, physical performance, etc.
Electrical performance test: including conductor resistance test, voltage resistance test, insulation resistance test, etc.
Combustion performance test: including vertical combustion test, horizontal combustion test, etc., to ensure that the cable has good flame retardant properties.
Physical performance test: including tensile test before and after aging, tensile test, etc., to evaluate the mechanical strength and durability of the cable.
Environmental adaptability test: including high and low temperature resistance test, chemical corrosion resistance test, etc., to ensure the performance and safety of the cable under different environmental conditions.
Cooperate with TST CABLES to customize high-quality UL1570 wires and cables
TST CABLES’ UL1570 cables are made of high-quality polymer materials. They are manufactured and tested in strict accordance with the UL1570 standard. UL1570 cables can ensure stable and reliable operation in various application environments. They not only have excellent high temperature resistance and flame retardant properties, but also resist electromagnetic interference and corrosion from a variety of chemicals, ensuring stable and excellent performance in complex environments. From meticulous design to precision manufacturing processes, every step is designed to bring you a safe, reliable and efficient power transmission solution.
UL1570 cables, which have undergone strict UL certification, are designed for electric lighting and signage systems to ensure that every inch of the cable can withstand the test of time and environment. Whether in a busy commercial space or a warm home environment, UL1570 cables can provide stable power support, making every beam of light full of warmth and peace of mind.
If you have requirements for customized UL cable, UL1570 wire, UL 758 cables, industrial cables, power cables, control cables, etc., and need further technical support or cable solutions, you can visit the TST CABLES official website or feel free to send an email to the professional cable engineer of TST cable manufacturer (email: lixiangchao@testeck.com, please state your country, your industry, and your needs in the email, we can also provide you with free samples).
