UL 1063

Machine-Tool Wires and Cables

UL 1063

Scope

1.1 These requirements cover all-thermoplastic Type MTW 600-V machine-tool wires and cables for use as specified in the National Electrical Code (ANSI/NFPA 70), and in the National Fire Protection Association Electrical Standard for Industrial Machinery (ANSI/NFPA 79). The PVC insulation and the finished wires and cables comply with a flame test and are for use at 90?C (194?F) and lower temperatures in dry locations and at 60?C (140?F) and lower temperatures where exposed to moisture, oil, or coolants that is, to cutting oils and the like.

1.1 revised November 1, 2000

1.2 The two single-conductor constructions covered are described in Table . Both are PVC-insulated and one includes a nylon jacket over the insulation. The multiple-conductor constructions covered consist of assemblies of these single-conductor constructions (sizes and styles may be mixed) enclosed by a PVC jacket.

1.3 A product that contains features, characteristics, components, materials, or systems new or different from those covered by the requirements in this standard, and that involves a risk of fire or of electric shock or injury to persons shall be evaluated using appropriate additional component and end-product requirements to maintain the level of safety as originally anticipated by the intent of this standard. A product whose features, characteristics, components, materials, or systems conflict with specific requirements or provisions of this standard does not comply with this standard. Revision of requirements shall be proposed and adopted in conformance with the methods employed for development, revision, and implementation of this standard.

1.3 revised November 1, 2000