UL-rated SOOW vs. non-UL-rated SOOW: What is the Difference?
SOOW is an electrical cable used for heavy-duty applications such as powering industrial equipment, generators, and construction sites. The difference between the UL version and the non-UL version of SOOW is related to their respective certifications.
WHAT DOES UL CERTIFICATION ENTAIL FOR SOOW CABLES?
UL (Underwriters Laboratories) is an independent safety certification organization that tests and certifies a wide range of products, including electrical cables. UL certification means that the cable has been tested and meets specific safety standards established by UL. In the case of SOOW cables, the UL certification ensures that the cable is rated for use in environments with specific temperature and voltage requirements.
WHAT IS THE STATUS OF A NON-UL-RATED SOOW CABLE?
The non-UL version of the SOOW cable may not have undergone testing by UL, or it may have failed to meet UL's safety standards. This means that the non-UL version of the cable may not be suitable for use in all environments and may not meet specific safety standards required by local regulations.
Every non-Ul-rated SOOW cable should be individually considered for an electrical project based on the particular conditions of an electrical project. Mind that if the project goes through experts, it should use a UL-rated SOOW cable, as it may not be approved otherwise. Again, this depends on particular circumstances, and whether it will be approved depends on the location.
Some of the non-UL-rated SOOW cables' physical characteristics might differ from the UL cables. For instance, some electricians find these cables more flexible than their UL-rated counterparts.
CONCLUSION
In summary, the difference between the UL version and the non-UL version of SOOW cable is that the UL version has been tested and certified to meet specific safety standards established by UL. In contrast, the non-UL version may not have undergone testing or may not meet those safety standards.
NNC offers both UL-rated and non-UL-rated SOOW cables of high quality, depending on your priorities.
