RE: NRTL requirement in the NEC?

1999-03-11 Thread Kazimier Gawrzyjal
Jeff, It's a bit difficult to provide an exact answer since it's dependent on the design of your system. Is the system approved by an NRTL? What is the nature of the approval (i.e. listed, recognized, field investigated, etc.). Different AHJ's may interpret and accept different markings from

RE: UL 508 C

2000-10-05 Thread Kazimier Gawrzyjal
Hi Rafael, I don't know how to exactly align UL 508C to an IEC equivalent, although some of the learned members of this forum are sure to have suggestions. Mine would be to contact UL. UL is well connected with a European agency and so I'm assuming they would likely be able to supply the

RE: RE: EN55024 question

2000-09-05 Thread Kazimier Gawrzyjal
Folks, Just to add to the mix of questions so far, here's a few more that Debbie may wish to consider: 1) is the demarkation point for the product clearly identified? 2) Is a smart jack always to be used with the product? Who supplies it (i.e. mfg. or customer)? 3) Is the product in

RE: Why routine hipot is required.

2000-09-01 Thread Kazimier Gawrzyjal
Mike, In my experience, the purpose of the end-assembly, 100% mfg. hi-pot test is to check the integrity of the electrical connections and of the required isolation levels. On the manufacturing end, any number of events can create a disturbance in the insulation of the product. These can often

RE: Implanted IC in brain

2000-07-13 Thread Kazimier Gawrzyjal
Greetings, Interesting topic Personally if forced to choose, I'd place my money on the recent advances announced by the genetics community to get my great-grand kids to the enhanced state of humanity as opposed to a chip set in the old noodlemy thoughts will continue to be my own and not

RE: Using fuse to protect wire undersized for load?

2000-09-14 Thread Kazimier Gawrzyjal
Lauren, To add to Peter's comments below, another relevant factor might be the required observation of termination temperatures and conductor ampacity and therefore selection per NEC art. 110-14(c). Without knowing more of the product nature or implementation, the requirement may yet add

RE: Application of agency safety markings

2000-09-22 Thread Kazimier Gawrzyjal
Sorry folks...need more coffee today as the info I added wasn't an answer Tania's question. I've found the same requirement in the CSA Product Service agreement, section 1.2 (b). Again, my opinion and not that of Sanmina Canada ULC. Regards, Kaz Gawrzyjal, P. Eng. Sr. Product Safety Engineer

RE: Red LED's

2000-09-22 Thread Kazimier Gawrzyjal
Hi, I'm not familiar with any requirements disallowing the use of red leds (at least per IEC 60950 and derivatives) but you'll need to ensure the LEDs (and the application) meet EN 60825 laser class 1 requirements (ref. to cl. 0.2.6; 4.3.13 and Annex P).. My opinion and not that of Sanmina

RE: Desperate for help on a UL1950 interpretation

2000-09-29 Thread Kazimier Gawrzyjal
Hi Doug, Without knowing the details of your product, how the part is implemented, what exactly it is exposed to or the concerns of the safety house, a question I would ask is what exactly is the concern? Is it possible that the exemptions under 1950, 3rd, cl. 4.4.3.2 .7th hyphenated item

RE: UL1950/UL2601 Thermals

2000-06-28 Thread Kazimier Gawrzyjal
Hi Dan, The guideline you've mentioned below is one that I've heard from UL and CSA in the past and have applied within the realm of engineering judgement/common sense as much as possible without much issue. It is reasonable to expect that ambient temperature may fluctuate somewhat in pace with

RE: Fwd:RTTE directive

2000-05-23 Thread Kazimier Gawrzyjal
Hi Jim, Try the following link. http://www.tsacc.ic.gc.ca/MRA/BlueGuide.pdf My 2 Cents and not that of my current employer. Regards, Kaz Gawrzyjal, P. Eng. Product Safety Engineer -- Nortel Networks-Wireless Solutions Wireless Development Centre 2924

RE: Safety testing for 48 VDC powered ITE Equipment

2000-05-19 Thread Kazimier Gawrzyjal
Hi Kurt, I believe that under the RTTE Directive, now in full bloom, the requirements of the LVD apply without the voltage limits. For North America, UL 1950, third edition/CAN CSA C22.2 No. 950-M95 (the binational standard) would likely be your best fit. My 2 Cents and not that of my current

RE: Dust-Tight/Water-Tight Connectors For Use Under Raised Floors

2000-05-18 Thread Kazimier Gawrzyjal
Oops, Can't unsend the previous response so I'll apologize instead...the last effort seems to be totally off-track. Instead of a direct requirement, I've noticed a possible exemption in the 1999 NEC Handbook to alleviate Article 300 wiring Methods requirements per installations in information

RE: Dust-Tight/Water-Tight Connectors For Use Under Raised Floors

2000-05-18 Thread Kazimier Gawrzyjal
Ken, You might check the varied assortment of UL standards dealing with fittings. The following link may be of use (the only one I have readily available). I'm assuming CSA and others, will have similar info on the web.: http://ulstandardsinfonet.ul.com/catalog/ Regards, Kaz Gawrzyjal, P. Eng.

RE: EMC and product safety split?

2000-03-12 Thread Kazimier Gawrzyjal
I echo Tania's point of view. From a product safety standpoint, I have found several EMC topics of discussion in this forum which were of use since there are at times, impacts to product safety.implement an EMC fix...create a safety concern..besides it's my belief that to broaden one's

RE: Correction factor for power supply cords.

2000-03-10 Thread Kazimier Gawrzyjal
Kelly, For another, possibly different point of view, you might consider contacting the good folks at the NFPA, who write the NEC for their interpretation. Regards, Kaz Gawrzyjal k...@nortelnetworks.com -Original Message- From: ed.ra...@na.marconicomms.com

RE: Where has the rcic gone to?

2000-01-26 Thread Kazimier Gawrzyjal
All, Thanks for the prompt responses. Seems I've uncovered a curiosity. My browser still takes me to never-never-land. Cheers, Kaz Gawrzyjal k...@nortelnetworks.com -Original Message- From: Gawrzyjal, Kazimier [WDC:2Y31:EXCH] Sent: Wednesday, January 26, 2000 12:17 PM To:

Where has the rcic gone to?

2000-01-26 Thread Kazimier Gawrzyjal
Folks, Can anyone tell me where the Regulatory Compliance Information Center has moved to in cyber space? It seems www.rcic.com is now the Future Home of a Dotster Registered Domain? Comments? Regards, Kaz Gawrzyjal k...@nortelnetworks.com

Re: Voltage for 3 pahse syst

1996-07-17 Thread Kazimier Gawrzyjal
-- List-Post: emc-pstc@listserv.ieee.org Date: 7/16/96 10:35 AM To: Kazimier Gawrzyjal From: Moshe Valdman - E X T E R N A L L Y O R I G I N A T E D M E S S A G E - Hello everyone, Sorry, I asked this several days ago and got no response, so

Regulatory Approvals for Ch

1996-05-08 Thread Kazimier Gawrzyjal
REGARDINGRegulatory Approvals for Chile From: Kaz Gawrzyjal-ESNÉ All, My thanks to all who have responded with answers; to my inquiry on regulatory approval requirements for market access into Chile. The following is a summary of the response: (Thanks Lori Wilson) Summary:

Re: Routine Hipot testing

1996-05-09 Thread Kazimier Gawrzyjal
RERoutine Hipot testing 5/8/96 Kaz-ESN 765-4805 Agreed. Cheers, Kaz Gawrzyjal Nortel-Safety Eng. 0307...@nt.com -- List-Post: emc-pstc@listserv.ieee.org Date: 5/6/96 10:38 PM To: Kazimier Gawrzyjal From: Egon

Re: Routine Hipot testing

1996-05-06 Thread Kazimier Gawrzyjal
12:12 PM To: Kazimier Gawrzyjal From: Egon H. Varju - E X T E R N A L L Y O R I G I N A T E D M E S S A G E - Kaz, On 1996.5.5 you wrote: I believe that the harmonized, 3rd edition of UL 1950/ CSA C22.2 N0. 950 has pulled the requirement for 100 % hi-pot testing out of the standard

Re- Chile info request

1996-03-13 Thread Kazimier Gawrzyjal
REGARDINGRe: Chile info request Hello again Group, My apologies. I've been told that my message has been put out to the world repeatedly, resulting in lots and lots of e-pollution. Something has gone awry with my e-mail (QM). Kaz Gawrzyjal Nortel

RE: Consultants

1998-11-05 Thread Kazimier Gawrzyjal
Monty, If you're serious about a cost estimate, you might consider contacting the safety consultant(s) in a more direct manner, for negotiating purposes. My guess is the more info you provide in terms of the product, which markets you are targeting, etc., the more accurate a response you'll get

RE: Factory Mutual

1998-07-24 Thread Kazimier Gawrzyjal
Steve, I have never had direct contact with Factory Mutual but if you check their website, you may find what you're looking for. http://www.factorymutual.com/ try the contact us link and then the FM office. Regards, Kaz Gawrzyjal Nortel Safety Eng. \k...@nortel.com -Original

RE: generating 50Hz power in the US

1998-06-12 Thread Kazimier Gawrzyjal
Richard, Check out Elgar Corporation at www.elgar.com. They may have an output variable (frequency and AC volts) power supply to suit your needs. Kaz Gawrzyjal Nortel k...@nortel.com -Original Message- From: Richard Cass [SMTP:richard_c...@iris.scitex.com] Sent: Friday, June 12,

RE: What is Class 1, Div. 1 Group D?

1998-06-10 Thread Kazimier Gawrzyjal
Jim, I'm not positive but that sounds like classifications under a Hazardous Locations safety standard (UL or CSA) ... I don't have any on hand to verify. Kaz Gawrzyjal Nortel k...@nortel.com -Original Message- From: bach...@ccmail.mmsday.com [SMTP:bach...@ccmail.mmsday.com] Sent:

RE: Canadian Equivalent to NEC Article 810

1999-11-30 Thread Kazimier Gawrzyjal
Hi, I think CEC Sections 16, 54 and 60 might fit the bill...depends on the details of your system. Regards, Kaz Gawrzyjal Product Safety Eng. Nortel Networks k...@nortelnetworks.com -Original Message- From: pmerguer...@itl.co.il [SMTP:pmerguer...@itl.co.il] Sent: Tuesday, November

Nortel Networks EMC Career Opportunity

1999-11-15 Thread Kazimier Gawrzyjal
Folks, Nortel Networks Wireless Solutions has the following career opportunity. Interested applicants are asked to respond to the contact person below. Regards, Kaz Gawrzyjal, P. Eng. Product Safety Nortel Networks k...@nortelnetworks.com

Employment Opportunity

1999-09-07 Thread Kazimier Gawrzyjal
Folks, My apologies, Please note the correction to the fax number. It should read 403-232-4813. Nortel Networks - Wireless Solutions has the following career opportunity: Nortel Networks LOCATION: 63B/WDC 2924 - 11Th Street,