What Is UL2468 Cable?

In the complex world of electronic devices and electrical wiring, choosing the right cable is crucial. If you are looking for detailed information about UL2468 cables, especially their technical specifications, applications, and certification standards, this article will take you on an in-depth exploration of all aspects of UL2468 cables, answer your questions, and provide you with professional purchasing advice.

Definition of UL2468 Cable

UL2468 cable is a flat ribbon cable that has obtained dual safety certifications from UL (Underwriters Laboratories) and CUL (Canada UL), and is often referred to as FRC cable in the industry. Flat Ribbon Cable (FRC) is an abbreviation for "Flat Ribbon Cable," specifically referring to a flat ribbon cable. UL, as a globally renowned safety certification organization, uses its mark to indicate that the product meets stringent safety standards. "2468" is a specific model code under the UL 758 standard.

This cable uses polyvinyl chloride (PVC) insulation material, has a rated temperature of 80°C, and a rated voltage of 300V. It has passed UL VW-1 and CUL FT1/FT2 flame retardant tests, demonstrating excellent fire resistance. Furthermore, UL2468 cable also features good flexibility, acid resistance, oil resistance, moisture resistance, and mildew resistance. Its uniform insulation thickness makes it easy to strip and cut, greatly improving installation efficiency.

UL2468 Cable Conductors

UL2468 cables offer a variety of conductor configurations, primarily categorized into three types:

• AS (Annealed Stranded): Stranded from unplated annealed copper wire, maintaining excellent conductivity.
  
• TS (Tin-plated Stranded): All copper wires are individually tin-plated before stranding, enhancing corrosion resistance.
  
• TC (Coated Stranded): Copper wires are stranded first, then the entire cable is tin-plated.

A wide range of conductor specifications are available, from 32AWG to 16AWG, with pin counts expanding from 2P to 150P to meet the needs of various applications. Insulation colors are typically black, white, red and black, and gray, but other colors can be customized upon request.

Applications of UL2468 Cables

Suitable for internal wiring of electrical and electronic equipment and appliances, applicable to the lighting industry, automotive industry, home appliances, electronic equipment, computer data cabling, computers, IDC connectors, mainframes, speakers, lighting and other fields.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. "What is the difference between UL2468 and ordinary cables?"
The main differences between UL2468 cables and ordinary cables are:

1. Certification Standards: UL2468 has stringent third-party safety certification, while ordinary cables may only meet basic electrical standards.

2. Flame Retardant Performance: Passes the VW-1 test, offering better fire safety than ordinary cables.
   

3. Structural Design: The flat, ribbon design is more suitable for space-constrained applications.
   

4. Quality Consistency: UL certification ensures that each batch of products meets uniform quality standards.

2. "How to choose the appropriate UL2468 cable specification?"
Choosing the appropriate specification requires considering the following factors:

1. Current Load: Select the appropriate conductor size (AWG) based on the power requirements of the equipment.

2. Pin Count: Determine the pin count based on the number of connection points (2P-150P).
   

3. Environmental Conditions: Consider factors such as temperature, humidity, and exposure to chemicals.
   

4. Bending Requirements: For applications requiring frequent bending, stranded conductors should be selected instead of solid conductors.

3. What factors affect the price of UL2468 cables?

The price of UL2468 cables is affected by several factors:

1. Conductor material (tinned copper is more expensive than bare copper)
2. Dimensions (smaller AWG and thicker conductor, higher cost)
3. Number of pins
4. Purchase quantity
5. Market raw material price fluctuations

4. How to identify high-quality UL2468 cables?

1. Check certification markings: Genuine products should have clear UL and CUL markings.
2. Check product markings: The cable surface should be printed with model number, specifications, certifications, etc.
3. Assess material quality: The insulation layer should be uniform and smooth, free of impurities and bubbles.
4. Test electrical performance: Test parameters such as insulation resistance and withstand voltage using professional instruments.
5. Request test reports: Reliable suppliers should be able to provide third-party test reports.

Where to buy UL2468 cables?

Guangdong Zhengfeng Wire & Cable  Co., Ltd. is a professional cable manufacturer specializing in the R&D, production, and sales of wire and cable products, with over 25 years of industry experience. If you are looking for UL2468 cables or need related technical consultation, please contact Guangdong Zhengfeng Wire & Cable Co., Ltd. We provide professional and reliable solutions.

• Comprehensive Certification Guarantee: All products are certified by UL, CUL, RoHS, etc., ensuring compliance with international standards.
• Professional Technical Support: We have a professional engineering team that can provide customers with technical consultation and solutions.
• Flexible Customization Capability: We support personalized customization of conductor specifications, pin count, color, and length.
• Strict Quality Control: We implement full-process quality monitoring from raw material procurement to finished product delivery.
• Extensive Industry Experience: Years of service to multiple industries including electronics, home appliances, and automotive, understanding different application needs.
• Reliable Delivery Commitment: We have a complete production planning and inventory management system to ensure timely delivery.