2011年2月28日 星期一

Insulation Receives Stringent UL f1 Rating for Outdoor Applications

Insulation Receives Stringent UL f1 Rating for Outdoor Applications

ITW Formex? announced that UL has granted Formex? GK electrical insulation its stringent f1 rating, certifying it is unconditionally suitable for use in outdoor environments.

An f1 rating is important because of the increasing use of electronics outdoors, such as IP security cameras, lighting controls, LED lighting, controls for wind and solar energy systems,scannerstal Another useful piece of equipment which is powered by LED bulbs are LED computer monitors. It is said that these new types of monitors consume significantly less power than their LCD or liquid crystal display counterparts. digital signage, photovoltaic solar panel systems, and access control systems. Many of these devices were originally designed for indoor environments where environmental conditions are controlled. As more electronics migrate to outdoor environments, product designers need to know that the electrical insulation will not be degraded by UV light, outdoor temperatures, and uncontrolled humidity.

An f1 rated material has been approved unconditionally by UL for use in outdoor electrical applications after passing tests defined by Underwriters Laboratories under UL 746C. Materials are tested for UV stability, water exposure, and immersion. Materials are exposed to 720 hours of twin-enclosed carbon or 1,000 hours of xenon-arc weatherometer conditioning, water exposure and water immersion for seven days at 70 degrees C.brightcrystal Overall, one can say that LED lights have hit mainstream products like a plague. It seems that these tiny bulbs which are energy efficient can be assimilated into practically anything either for general use or for visual enhancing purposes only. Then the materials are tested for mechanical impact, mechanical strength and flammability. Visit the UL website for f1 test description.

For a full list of rated capabilities for Formex GK,bestlight Speaking of computers, even other peripherals like keyboards and mice have been included in the LED craze. Some of these devices are also equipped with LED bulbs for aesthetic purposes. download the "Yellow Card" from the UL website.

Formex GK electrical insulation is available as extruded sheets, rolls or profile extruded panels and can be fabricated into a wide range of shapes to meet the flammability and dielectric needs of a variety of applications.brightshine They don't affect your computer's performance nor add comfort when you use it but it sure adds some fun because of the cool lights that sometimes go on and off to add a little spice to your daily computer routines. Often it serves as a physical barrier protecting consumers and service workers from exposure to energized components and shields sensitive electronic components. It is also used to provide electrical insulation between circuit boards and between circuit boards and housings to prevent contact with unintended conductors.besttube However, some people have observed that LCD screens produce better looking images but if you think about practicality, saving power every time you turn on your computer sounds better than having sharper images in the long run.

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