UL 486A
Wire Connectors and Soldering Lugs For Use With Copper Conductors
Published by UL Standards & Engagement (UL)
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The edition the CFR requires
UL 486A-1992
As the CFR lists it: “UL 486A-1992, Wire Connectors and Soldering Lugs For Use With Copper Conductors”
- Listed in 46 CFR 114.600(i)(3); required by46 CFR 120.340 ↗
- Listed in 46 CFR 125.180(j)(3); required by46 CFR 129.340 ↗
- Listed in 46 CFR 175.600(m)(4); required by46 CFR 183.340 ↗
Listed as: “UL 486A-1992, Wire Connectors and Soldering Lugs For Use With Copper Conductors (“UL 486A”)”
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