UL Solutions Question Corner – Page 13

Are receptacles that are provided with more than one set of terminals Listed for tapping off more than one circuit, utilizing both the side and back wiring terminals?

Question: Receptacles with more than one set of terminal It is common to see three runs of 14/2 NM cable ...

My jurisdiction recently adopted the 2008 NEC and I was wondering when UL is going to add the 2008 NEC to the Code Correlation database?

Question: Code correlation database I do plan review and often use UL’s online Code Correlation Database to assist in determining ...

Does UL have a quick reference guide that I can carry around in my pocket that includes UL Mark information as well as UL policies and contact information?

Question: UL Policy Information Does UL have a quick reference guide that I can carry around in my pocket that ...

Why does the Listing limit these meter sockets for residential use only?

Question: Meter sockets I have noticed some meter sockets that are marked “Residential Use Only.” Why does the Listing limit ...

I have seen these power strips that pop up out of a counter in a kitchen, are these power strips Listed for use in kitchen counters?

Question: Power strips in kitchen I have seen these power strips that pop up out of a counter in a ...

How can these computer carts in hospital rooms be Listed when they conflict with the XBYS Guide Information?

Question: Relocatable power taps I have seen computer carts in hospital rooms and exam areas that are provided with relocatable ...

How do I know if a switchboard or panelboard is Listed for top or bottom feed or both?

Question: Switchboard How do I know if a switchboard or panelboard is Listed for top or bottom feed or both? ...

How do I know if a meter socket was evaluated for a top or bottom feed or both?

Question: Meter socket How do I know if a meter socket was evaluated for a top or bottom feed or ...

In the 2008 NEC, Section 406.8(A) and (B) require receptacles installed in damp or wet locations to be weather-resistant. How will these be identified?

Question: Receptacles in damp or wet locations In the 2008 NEC, Section 406.8(A) and (B) require receptacles installed in damp ...

Some ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) receptacles that carry a rating of 20 amps are provided with a 15-A NEMA configuration receptacle. Can you tell me why the GFCI is not the same?

Question: GFCI without 15-A NEMA configuration receptacle A standard 20-amp rated duplex receptacle has a NEMA 20-A polarized configuration, however, ...