UL 2460 Ed. 2-2025

Nonshielded Cable - Published Date: October 17, 2025

1.1 This Standard covers single-conductor, nonshielded cables rated 5000 or 8000 volts, 90 °C, described in that are intended solely for use as factory-installed wiring in equipment (internal wiring), in industrial applications where such cable systems are maintained by trained personnel, not as Type MV.  Voltage rating  Size  Use  Insulation material  Insulation thickness  Shield  Overall covering  5000  8 AWG – 1000 kcmil  90 °C (194 °F) dry  XLPE or EPCV  Table 15.3, Column A, of UL 1072  Nonshielded  none  XLPE, EPCV, DREP, or EP  Table 15.3, Column B, of UL 1072  Nonshielded  Nonconductive jacket, Table 27.20, Column C, of UL 1072  XLPE, DREP, or EP  Table 15.3, Column C, of UL 1072  Nonshielded  Nonconductive jacket, Table 27.20, Column C, of UL 1072  8000  8 AWG – 1000 kcmil  90 °C (194 °F) dry  XLPE, DREP, or EP  Nonshielded  1.2 These requirements do not cover cables that are intended for direct installation in buildings or structures in accordance with NFPA 70®, National Electrical Code® (NEC®).  NFPA 70®, National Electrical Code®, and NEC® are registered trademarks of the National Fire Protection Association, Quincy, MA.  1.3 The final acceptance of these cables is dependent upon their use in complete equipment that conforms with the standards applicable to such equipment.