scope:

General

This standard specifies the requirements for flexible cords, elevator cables, and hoistway cables rated 600 V maximum and intended for use in accordance with CSA C22.1, Canadian Electrical Code (CEC), Part I and CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 0, General Requirements - Canadian Electrical Code, Part II, in Canada, NOM-001-SEDE, La Norma de Instalaciones Electricas (Mexican Electrical Code [MEC]), in Mexico, and NFPA 70, National Electrical Code (NEC), in the United States.

Products included

This standard covers the following products:

a) service cords;

b) elevator cables;

c) hoistway cables;

d) heater cords;

e) range and dryer cords;

f) cords for decorative lighting;

g) tinsel and lamp cords; and

h) special use cords.

National differences

In cases where product types are not approved in all three countries, a national difference is indicated by superscripts, as shown below: