Navigating UL1446
Key Insights and Pitfalls for Electrical Insulation Systems (EIS)
1 Hour
We are thrilled to invite you to our upcoming webinar on UL1446 standards, a crucial event for electrical insulation industry professionals. This seminar will explore these standards in-depth and feature real-life examples to illustrate key concepts and practical applications.
During the webinar, our expert speaker, Solomon Chiang, will cover essential do’s and don’ts to help you maximize the success of your system development, adoption, and modification efforts. You will gain valuable insight and practical tips to ensure compliance with UL1446 standards and enhance the cost-effective performance of your electrical insulation systems.
Key topics to be covered include:
· Overview of UL1446 standards and their importance in the industry
· Structure of an UL 1446 Electrical Insulation System
· Thermal Class of EIS (UL1446) versus RTI/TI of Insulating Materials (UL746B)
· UL1446 Motorette test to establish ElS
· UL1446 Sealed Tube test to expand and/or modify ElS
· UL1446 for Varnishes and Magnet Wire
· Interactive Q&A session
Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding of UL1446 standards and improve your system’s cost-effective performance. Whether you are an engineer, manager, or technician, this seminar will equip you with the knowledge and tools needed to excel in your role.
Enhanced Clarity and Guidelines: The updated UL 1446 standard offers clearer guidelines and more detailed procedures for evaluating the thermal cost-effective performance and chemical compatibility of EIS. This helps manufacturers ensure their systems meet safety and economic performance requirements.
Importance of Comprehensive Testing: The standard emphasizes the need for thorough testing, including Full Thermal Aging (FTA) and Sealed Tube Chemical Compatibility Tests (CCT). These tests are crucial for assessing how different insulating materials interact under thermal stress, ensuring the reliability and safety of the EIS.
Adaptability and Future-Proofing: The UL 1446 standard is designed to evolve with advancements in materials and technology. Staying updated with the latest revisions helps manufacturers adapt their systems to meet new requirements and maintain compliance, ensuring long-term reliability.
We look forward to seeing you there and helping you achieve greater success in your projects!
Solomon Chiang is the Senior Technical Fellow at The Gund Company. With a Ph.D. in Chemistry and 30 years of industrial experience in polymeric and composite materials manufacturing and applications, Solomon brings a wealth of knowledge to the field. They chair the NEMA technical advisory committee for Section 6IM (Insulating Materials) and serve as the secretary to IEC TC 15 (Solid Insulating Materials). Solomon is an active member of IEEE PES and DEIS, and a voting member of the Transformer Committee. Additionally, they contribute to several UL Standard Technical Panels.
*Attendees are eligible to receive 1.0 CEUs.
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