CSA C22.2 No. 49-14

Preface

This is the harmonized ANCE, CSA Group, and UL standard for flexible cords and cables. It is the fifth edition of NMX-J-436-ANCE, the fourteenth edition of CSA-C22.2 No. 49, and the nineteenth edition of UL 62. This edition of CSA C22.2 No. 49 supersedes the previous edition (s) published in 2010, 2006, 1998, 1992, 1989, 1988, 1981, 1973, 1962, 1960, 1956, 1941, and 1937. This edition of UL 62 supersedes the previous edition published in 2010.

Scope

1.1 General This standard specifies the requirements for flexible cords, elevator cables, electric vehicle cables, electric vehicle cables, and hoistway cables rated 600 V maximum and intended for use in accordance with CSA C22.1, Canadian Electrical Code (CEC), Part I and CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 0, General Requirements - Canadian Electrical Code, Part II, in Canada, NOM-001-SEDE, La Norma de Instalaciones Electricas (Mexican Electrical Code [MEC]), in Mexico, and NFPA 70, National Electrical Code (NEC), in the United States. 1.2 Products included This standard covers the following products: a) Service cords; b) Elevator cables; c) Hoistway cables; d) Heater cords;
e) Range and dryer cords; f) Cords for decorative lighting; g) Tinsel and lamp cords; h) Special use cords; and i) Electric vehicle cables.