Cord Flexing Test

2002-02-01 Thread Kenneth McCormick
Hello All, I am searching for a facility that can conduct the cord flexing test in accordance with IEC60227-2. Any leads that anyone can give me are greatly appreciated. Regards, Ken _ MSN Photos is the easiest way to share

RE: skinny power cords.

2001-10-26 Thread Kenneth McCormick
I think the answer to the problem exists. The 2002 version of the National Electric Code will require Arc Fault Interrupters in bedrooms. See the link below from the CPSC for details. http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/pubs/afci.html From: Colgan, Chris chris.col...@tagmclaren.com Reply-To:

Re: looking for used power supply

2001-05-10 Thread Kenneth McCormick
It sounds like Mike is looking for a power supply to provide power to test electrical devices (not a power supply to be installed in a product). I Interpret Mikes E-mail to be: The power supply should be able to supply 50-60Hz (when connected to a 60Hz supply, 3 phase supply (likely

RE: Seeking assistance from Chemical Experts

2001-01-02 Thread Kenneth McCormick
Thanks guys...BUT, I am not trying to convince UL that I am correct. This is all internal to the company I am working with. Just to give you an idea of how confusing this issue is, I have privately received responses stating that all the following are acceptable: Kerosene Isopropyl

Seeking assistance from Chemical Experts

2001-01-02 Thread Kenneth McCormick
Recently, I was asked to show that the hexane that I was using for UL1950 and related standards (Marking durability test of 1.7.15) infact complied with the requirements in the standard, Specifically: The petroleum spirit to be used for the test is aliphatic solvent hexane having a maximum

Lasers in ITE Equipment

2000-11-20 Thread Kenneth McCormick
I am working with a client who has posed a question that I am not sure that I can accurately answer. What are the NRTLs (and for that matter, other test laboratories) requiring for Laser Certifications. Annex NAE of UL1950/CSA C22.2 No 950 is an INFORMATIVE annex(and mentions the regultory

RE: Hot Flaming Oil Test

2000-09-08 Thread Kenneth McCormick
I am glad that I was able to assist in allowing Rich to earn his keep. I received several responses both public and privately...most said the same thing, it is a difficult test to conduct and comply with. Many thanks to those that responded, your advice and expertise have given me several

Hot Flaming Oil Test

2000-09-06 Thread Kenneth McCormick
I have been asked by one of our mechanical engineers to look into conducting the Hot Flaming oil test of IEC60950 based standards (reference to Annex A.5) Has anyone had experience with this test especially in conducting or witnessing the test (first hand experience)? The standards specify

RE: UL544 Leakage Limits Patient Equipment*

2000-03-27 Thread Kenneth McCormick
I also agree that the headphones are a patient connection. Hi, Its been a while since I looked at UL 544, but a few comments. 1. Headphones are an applied part (UL2601-1) or patient connection (UL544). They come into direct contact with the patient. You can argue that they are an