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Your first choice for battery servicesWorldwide testing, certification and support services assure safety and conformity for global market access
Established Battery Expertise Years of expertise in testing and certifying battery cells and battery packs against an ever-expanding list of international standards.
Strength in Research UL’s dedicated R&D team for batteries is closely involved in identifying hazards, developing test methods and setting standards.
Powerful Capabilities UL’s worldwide force of qualified engineers gives it the capacity and capability to assist all industry players varying from small- to medium-sized companies, industry leaders, research institutes and national standard organizations alike.
Flexible and Cost-Effective Service Options For better value and faster time-to-market, customers can package their needs for a cost-effective “one-stop” approach under UL’s Global Market Access (GMA) service.
Rely on UL for your battery needs
As portable electronic devices proliferate, the efficiency and reliability of batteries to power them becomes ever more critical. Having your batteries evaluated by a reputable third party will give your buyers increased confidence and the consumers the peace of mind in choosing your product.
The well established expertise that Underwriters Laboratories® (UL) has in testing and certification can assist manufacturers and suppliers in assuring that batteries meet applicable standards for safety and performance, as well as other attributes from battery separator safety to electromagnetic compatibility.
Our services at a glance
UL Battery Services
UL Certification(for North America market)
UL’s confirmation of conformity
Battery Separator SafetySafe products through safe components
Global Market AccessMultiple certifications in one assessment for different markets
CTIA Certification(for North America market)
Confirmation of conformity for cellphone batteries and systems
UN Transportation TestConfirmation of safety of lithium batteries during transportation
UL UniversityTraining and consultancy services for batteries
R & DHazard identification; test methods; standards development; R&D consultancy
EMCTesting and software for electromagnetic compatibility
UL Standards for Batteries Cells Packs
Rechargeable Lithium batteries UL 1642 UL 2054, UL 60950
Batteries other than lithium UL 2054 UL 2054, UL 60950
Batteries, standby UL 1989 UL 2054
Primary Lithium batteries UL 1642 UL 2054
Batteries other than lithium UL 2054 UL 2054
The UL Mark
CTIA Certification
The UL Mark provides the most widely accepted evidence of a product’s compliance with recognized safety requirements in North America.
You can find UL-Certified batteries of trusted brands like Dell, Lenovo, Apple, Hewlett-Packard, Sony and Acer.
UL has been accredited as a CATL (CTIA Authorized Test Lab) to test and certify battery products and systems to the CTIA Battery Certification Program. The Program verifies the conformance of applicable products, including Lithium ion battery cells and packs, chargers and adapters, to IEEE Standard 1725™ 1-2006, Standard for Rechargeable Batteries for Cellular Telephones. The certification process can be applied to single products, or to combinations of applicable products as a complete system.
CTIA certification is widely accepted in North America. UL’s dedicated service team will be happy to advise on the detailed procedure for your particular needs and product combination.
CTIA – the Wireless Association® is an international non-profit membership association representing all sectors of wireless communications – cellular, personal communication services and enhanced specialized mobile radio.
Global Market Access
Battery Packs
Certifications
US Canada International Germany Europe Japan Russia China Korea
Voluntary/ Mandatory
Voluntary Voluntary Voluntary Voluntary Voluntary Mandatory Mandatory Voluntary Mandatory
Market Access US Canada International Germany Europe Japan Russia China Korea
Factory Inspection
Yes Yes Not required
Yes Yes Not required
Yes Yes Not required
Certification Validity
No expiration – assu-ming no changes to the product
No expiration – assuming no changes to the product
Contingent upon standard upgrade
Max. 5 years validity depending on the edition used of the standard
Max. 10 years validity depending on the edition used of the standard
5 years 3 years As long as routine factory inspection is passed
No expiration – assuming no changes to the product
Annual Maintenance Fee (AMF)
Yes Yes No Yes Yes No No Yes No
Standards Applied
IEC 60950-1 with UL 2054
CSA 60950-1 with UL 2054
(1)IEC 62133 /(2)IEC 60950-1 and IEC 62133
EN 60950-1 and EN 62133
(1)EN 62133 / (2)EN 60950-1and EN 62133
DENAN Ordinance Article 1, Appendix 9
IEC 62133 SJ/T11169-1998 GB/18287-2000
Part 2, Annex 05 of self- regulatory confirmation
UL’s Global Market Access (GMA) service helps you navigate through the complex system of differing national and regional standards and makes it easy for you to reach multiple major markets.
You can supply a reduced number of samples to obtain certifications for all your selected markets, enjoying the cost
saving in samples and efficiencies gained by taking your product through UL’s integrated test plan and process once.
UL has a network of CBTLs, as well as testing facilities at customer’s premises, for the IECEE product category “BATT”, standard IEC 62133.
Battery Cells
Certifications
US International Europe China Korea
Voluntary/ Mandatory
Voluntary Voluntary Voluntary Voluntary Mandatory
Market Access US International Europe China Korea
Factory Inspection
Yes Not required Yes Yes Not required
Certification Validity
No expiration – assuming no changes to the product
Contingent upon standard upgrade
10 years As long as routine factory inspection is passed
No expiration - assuming no changes to the product
Annual Maintenance Fee (AMF)
Yes No Yes Yes No
Standards Applied
UL 1642 IEC 62133 EN 62133 SJ/T11169-1998GB/T18287-2000
Part 2, Annex 05 of self-regulatory confirmation
EMC services
From 2009, shippers transporting hazardous material, including lithium batteries, by road or air need to comply with new hazardous goods regulations. In the US these regulations are published by the Department of Transportation (DOT), based on United Nations (UN) Model Regulations.
Packages and containers for this purpose may be certified as safe by a DOT-approved Third Party Agent (TPA) that is authorized to perform the required test procedures. UL has accredited labs for UN testing and can help you comply with these new requirements.
Early identification and resolution of potential electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) problems are critical to timely and cost-effective product develop-ment. As development progresses, EMC problems become harder to solve. In addition to EMC testing services at UL labs, UL offers fully customizable software and hardware allowing test
labs and manufacturers to perform accurate and repeatable EMC compli-ance measurements at their own facility. Whether you need immunity software or a complete test system, UL can provide a cost-effective package to maximize your testing capabilities.
UN/DOT testing for battery transportation
Battery separator safety
The battery separator is a component critical to the safety of the battery cell. With support from the industry, UL has developed the safety standard UL 2591, requirements for separators for use in lithium ion cells. UL-recognized separators
provide cell manufacturers with an added credential and safeguard for their products. Manufacturers of battery separators can gain competitive edge and differentiation to their products by having their separators evaluated by UL.
UL University (ULU) is an ISO 9000 certified function at UL dedicated to offering professional training services to engineers, electricians, architects, AHJ’s and other licensed professionals.
UL University programs are delivered by experts and can be customized to fit the specific topics a company needs to address. For more information, visit www.uluniversity.com or contact any UL office.
UL University courses cover a broad range of topics including those for the Battery industry such as:
· Private & Public workshops in IEC 62133
· Private workshops in UL 2054 & UL 1642
· Customized workshops upon request
· Webinars and pre-recorded webcasts
· Self-paced online courses
UL University
Research & development
UL is closely involved in identifying hazards, developing test methods and setting standards, including its own UL 1642 and UL 2054 standards for Lithium Batteries and Household & Commercial Batteries respectively. UL’s dedicated R&D team for batteries works closely with manufacturers, government authorities, regulators, major technology institutes and accreditation bodies, enabling UL to anticipate changing requirements and be prepared for them.
UL has developed the Blunt Nail Crush Test, an improved test method that more accurately measures and controls the scale of simulated internal short circuit in battery testing. Battery manufacturers can benefit directly from UL’s research strength and expertise in battery safety testing through UL’s consultancy services, which support customers in developing safe, high capacity and high performance products for selected markets.
This brochure is for information purposes only. Terms and conditions are subject to change at any time at UL’s sole discretion without prior written notice.
Copyright © 2010 Underwriters Laboratories® Inc. All Rights Reserved. Do Not Reproduce without Permission. APHT09/BATT/1M
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