Electrical

1.1
This Standard specifies construction and testing requirements for portable power cables normally used in applications where the cables are subject to frequent flexing and where installation is in accordance with CSA M421 and/or the Canadian Electrical Code, Part I where applicable.

1.2
The cable constructions specified in Clauses 5 to 9 and Clauses 12 to 15 of this Standard are suitable for use at a maximum conductor temperature of 90 °C under normal operating conditions in wet or dry locations, outdoors or in underground mines, and in rugged environments. The special cable constructions described in Clauses 10 and 11 are suitable for use at a maximum conductor temperature of 105 °C.

1.3
This Standard does not specify all types, sizes, and voltage ratings of portable power cables that can be required for particular applications.

1.4
This Standard specifies the following categories of cables:

Clause

Category

5  Thermoset and PUR multiconductor round cables for mining and general applications rated over 25 kV and up to 35 kV

Types:  SHD, SHD-BGC (balanced ground check), SHD-GC,

6 Thermoset and PUR multiconductor round cables for mining and general applications rated up to 2 kV

Types: W, G, G-BGC (balanced ground check), G-GC, SHC-GC, SHD, SHD-BGC (balanced ground check), SHD-GC and SHD-R

7 Thermoset single-conductor cables for mining and general applications rated up to 35 kV

Types: W, SH

8 Thermoset two-and three-conductor flat cables for mining and general applications rated up to 2 kV — suitable for underground applications only

Types: G, G-GC, W

9 Thermoset three-conductor round cables with a central bonding conductor for underground coal mining applications rated up to 5 kV

Types: SHD-PCG

10 Arc-welding cable

11 Single-conductor portable power cable rated 600 V

Types: PPC, PPC/TPE

12 Single and multiconductor portable power cables for general applications rated up to 2 kV

Types: PPC, PPC/TPE

13 Flexible multiconductor cable for use with cranes and hoists rated 600 V (festoon cable)

14 Variable frequency drive cable, multiconductor, round, for mining and general applications rated up to 15 kV

Types: VFD, VFD-GC, VFD-BGC (balanced ground check)

15 DLO (diesel locomotive) cable, single conductor, used for portable and general permanent applications rated 2 kV

16 Thermoset and PUR multiconductor round special construction cables for mining and general applications rated 2 kV and up to 835 kV

Types: SHD-SP, SHD-BGC-SP (balanced ground check), SHD-GC-SP

Notes accompanying clauses do not include requirements or alternative requirements; the purpose of a note accompanying a clause is to separate from the text explanatory or informative material.

Notes to tables and figures are considered part of the table or figure and may be written as requirements.

Annexes are designated normative (mandatory) or informative (non-mandatory) to define their application.

1.6
The values given in SI units are the units of record for the purposes of this Standard. The values given in parentheses are for information and comparison only.

1.1
This standard applies to quick-connect terminals, both connectors and tabs, having nominal widths of 2.8, 3.2, 4.8, 5.2, and 6.3 mm (0.110, 0.125, 0.187, 0.205, and 0.250 in). They are intended for internal wiring connections in electrical equipment and for the field termination of conductors to electrical equipment in accordance with Part I of the Canadian Electrical Code, C22.1, in Canada, and the National Electrical Code, NFPA 70, in the United States of America.

1.2
These requirements apply to quick-connect terminals intended for use with one or two 26 - 10 AWG (0.13 - 5.3 mm2) copper conductors.

1.3
These requirements do not apply to terminals for use with aluminum conductors.

1.4
These requirements do not apply to multi-pole devices. Multi-pole devices are covered by UL 1977 and CSA C22.2 No. 182.3.

1.5
In Canada, general requirements applicable to this standard are given in CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 0.

1.1
This Standard applies to direct plug-in nightlights not exceeding 10 W input, for indoor use only, in non-hazardous locations and intended to be used in accordance with the Canadian Electrical Code, Part I, CSA C22.1, and the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70. Light source types include incandescent candelabra base lamps, non-replaceable lamps, [fluorescent, neon, or light-emitting diode (LED) type] or electroluminescent panels.

1.2
These requirements cover direct plug in nightlights for insertion into a parallel slot receptacle rated 125 volts maximum.

1.3
These requirements do not cover:

(a) cord-connected luminaires;
(b) nightlights with more than one receptacle;
(c) direct plug-in devices with other primary functions, such as room deodorizers, insect repellers, or rechargeable flashlights; or
(d) direct plug-in devices utilizing plasma light.

This part of IEC 60974 specifies safety and performance requirements for industrial and professional equipment used in arc welding and allied processes to feed filler wire.

This document is applicable to WIRE FEEDERS and to WIRE-FEED CONTROLS that are stand-alone (separate from the welding equipment), housed together in a single enclosure or housed in a single enclosure with other welding equipment. The WIRE FEEDER can be suitable for manually or mechanically guided torches.

This document is not applicable to spool-on torches, which are covered by IEC 60974-7.

NOTE 1 Typical allied processes are electric arc cutting and arc spraying.

NOTE 2 This document does not include electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) requirements, which are given in IEC 60974-10.

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This section part of CSAIEC E60598-2 specifies requirements for recessed luminaires for use with tungsten filament, tubular fluorescent and other discharge lamps to be installed and used on branch circuits not exceeding 750 600 V and used in accordance with the rules of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part I. This section does not apply to air-handling or liquid-cooled luminaires.

Note: Manufacturers designing products for use in Canada may find a helpful summary of the equipment-related requirements of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part I, in CSA Publication SPE-2000.

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This part of CSA E61347 specifies particular safety requirements for electronic controlgear designed to be installed on branch circuits not exceeding 600V nominal between conductors, in accordance with the rules of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part I, with lamp operating frequencies deviating from the supply frequency, associated with fluorescent lamps as specified in IEC 60081 and IEC 60901 or ANSI C78.81 and ANSI C78.901 and other fluorescent lamps for high-frequency operation.

Performance requirements are the subject of IEC 60929 and ANSI C82.11.

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This part of the CAN/CSA-E61347 series specifies particular safety requirements for electronic ballasts that are

a) designed to be installed on branch circuits not exceeding 600 V nominal between conductors and used in accordance with the rules of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part I, with operating frequencies deviating from the supply frequency; and

b) associated with fluorescent lamps as specified in IEC 60081 and IEC 60901 or ANSI C78.81 and

ANSI C78.901 and other fluorescent lamps for high-frequency operation. 

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Performance requirements are the subject of IEC 60929 and ANSI C82.11.

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The object of this Part 1 Standard is to specify general electrical safety requirements for certain products.

The requirements of this Standard apply to a specific end-use product when it is explicitly referred to by

that product standard. Each individual product standard may supplement, modify, or omit a general rule in the Part 1 Standard to provide the relevant requirements for each type of product.

Note 1A: Manufacturers designing products for use in Canada may find a helpful summary of the equipment-related requirements of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part I, in CSA SPE-2000.

This Standard specifies general and safety requirements for lamp controlgear designed to be installed on branch circuits not exceeding 600 V nominal between conductors and used in accordance with the rules of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part I.

1.1 The requirements in this standard cover sealed wire connector systems, including insulating caps, covers, resins, tubing, and tapes provided with, or for use with, specific wire connectors. These systems are intended for wet or damp locations and other installations such as:

a) dDirect burial,
b) bBelow grade, or
c) aAbove grade where [delete - protected from direct exposure] add exposed to sunlight. or
d) Where exposed to sea water or salt water.

The wire connectors covered by these requirements are intended for use with copper conductor, aluminum conductor, or both in accordance with installations covered by the National Electrical Code, NFPA 70; the Canadian Electrical Code, Part I, C22.1; and NOM 001 SEDE, Standard for Electrical Installations.

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Note 1: Unless marked for the purpose, these wire connector systems have not been evaluated for direct exposure to sunlight. Additional performance considerations to show equivalency to the connected conductors should be considered for UV exposure.

Note 2: These wire connector systems have only been evaluated for fresh water unless marked for direct exposure to salt or seawater.

Note 3: These wire connector systems may also be used indoors.

1.2 These requirements apply to sealed wire connector systems intended for use at 1500 V or less, with currents not exceeding the ampacity of insulated conductor types noted below, rated either 75°C (167°F) or 90°C (194°F):

a) 14 AWG (2.08 mm2) through 2,000 kcmil (1,012 mm2) conductors: Types RHW, RHW-2, USE, USE-2, USEB90, USEI75, USEI90, THW, XHHW, XHHW-2, RW90 EP, RW90 XLPE , or TWU,

b) 30 AWG (0.05 mm2) through 16 AWG (1.31 mm2) conductors: Any Type insulation acceptable for direct burial, below grade use, or wet locations.

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1.3 These requirements apply to sealed wire connector systems intended for use with 30 AWG (0.05 mm2) through 2,000 kcmil (1,012 mm2) conductors with currents not exceeding the ampacity of insulated conductors rated either 75°C (167°F) or 90°C (194°F) and intended for use at 1500 V or less.

1.4 This standard does not apply to twist-on style splicing sealed wire connectors.

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This Standard covers both permanently connected and cord-connected pumps.

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Note 101A: In Canada, this Standard does not apply to the swimming pool pumps of the submersible type or the non-submersible type.

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This Standard applies to the safety of such equipment designed and constructed for installation and use in accordance with the Rules of the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC), Part I.

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Products covered by the scope of this Standard are also subject to the requirements of CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 0.