UL2516

Polyvinyl Chloride, PVC Jacketed Cable | UL2516


UL2516 cable is fabricated from Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) jacket. It is multicore with options for 2 to 100 conductor wires. Different colors are applied upon each wire insulation for easy identification. UL2516 compliant cable can be supplied on customize or standard base, in various AWG size, configuration, shielding option, designated insulation and jacket wall thickness.



What is UL2516?


UL2516 is an independent style number, as verified accurate to be a safety identification mark for cable with certain critical parameters fulfilled. A cable printed with marking content "UL2516" upon the jacket surface is to declare it is qualified to meet the corresponding safety requirement. UL2516 can be used as a factor of safety combination with other safety regulation, such as CSA, VDE, CCC, CE, etc.


Technical Specification


Nominal temperature rated: 105°C.

Nominal voltage rated: 600V.
Spark test: 3000V.
Fire resistant: Good.
Cold bend: -10°C for 1 hour, no observed cracking.
Dielectric strength: 2000 Vac for 1 minute without breakdown.

General application of UL2516

Electronic appliances.

Automotive industry.
Communication industry.
Military industry.
Aerospace industry.


Environmental and Safety


1. UL2516 complies with European Directive 2015/863/EU and 2011/65/EU, the restriction of use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment. 

2. UL2516 does not contain Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC) listed on European Union's Reach 1907/2006/EC candidate list in excess of 0.1% mass.
3. Samples of UL2516 have been tested with standards EN 50525-1:2011 and verified in compliance with the council Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU.


FAQ. Frequently Asked Questions


Q: Is UL2516 good to be applied upon spiral cable?

A: UL2516 is safety mark for PVC jacketed cable, it can be applied to both straight and spiral cable. The advantage is price competitive, while shortage is its mediocre resilience after spiral coiling.


Q: Can I get a good price of spiral cable with UL2516 mark?

A: Yes, we offer good price of spiral cable with UL2516 mark. Please contact WCH Cable (sales@wchcable.com) to get a specific & formal quotation.

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