UL SUBJECT 2682

Abstract

This standard applies to non-interlocking plugs, receptacles, power inlets, and connectors for use in switching applications, rated up to 800 amperes and up to 600 volts ac or dc, and which may include pilot contacts. These devices are intended to provide power from branch circuits, or are for direct connection to the branch and motor circuit in accordance with the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70, using copper conductors, for use in either indoor or outdoor nonhazardous locations.&#160; <br>This standard does not apply to: <br>a) Single conductor pin and sleeve devices. <br>b) Devices molded integrally with flexible cord or cable that are covered by the Standard for Cord Sets and Power Supply Cords, UL 817. <br>c) General and special use devices, such as attachment plugs, receptacles, cord connectors, inlets, current taps, flatiron and appliance plugs, that are covered by the Standard for Attachment Plugs and Receptacles, UL 498. <br>d) Single and multi-pole connectors intended for connection to copper conductors, for use in data, signal, control and power applications within and between electrical equipment, where exposed, that are covered by the Standard for Component Connectors for Use in Data, Signal, Control and Power Applications, UL 1977. <br>e) Products such as branch circuit switches that are covered by the Standard for Enclosed and Dead-Front Switches, UL 98. <br>f) Products such as pin and sleeve devices that are not intended for switching applications and are otherwise covered by the Standard for Plugs, Receptacles, and Cable Connectors, of the Pin and Sleeve Type, UL 1682. <br>g) Devices intended for use in hazardous (Classified) locations that are covered by the Standard for Receptacle-Plug Combinations For Use in Hazardous (Classified) Locations, UL 1010.