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PWB testing for 21st century applications

Do you need to demonstrate to customers that your printed wiring board (PWB) components and materials comply with end-product safety standards in multiple global markets? At UL, our services address the most critical certification and testing needs of the PWB industry.

Your customers demand the best PWB solutions to meet the diverse technology needs of their electronic products. That's why UL offers the latest testing methods that keep up with the rapid advances in today's PWB technology.

Our programs help you gain fast market access - especially in regions that limit the use of hazardous substances in electronic products. The UL Mark on your products can also mean greater market acceptance, signifying that they have been tested rigorously for safety.

After your evaluation is completed, your UL Recognized Components are entered in UL's Online Certifications Directory, so your customers can instantly identify the components and materials they need to complete their subassemblies or end products.

Products evaluated under our PWB certification services include:

  • Printed wiring boards and flexible interconnect constructions
  • Industrial laminates
  • Permanent coatings

Material Preselection

The preselection of materials is a valuable tool for helping product designers find materials that comply with safety standards. To reduce the risk of products being delayed to market, product designers need to select materials that mitigate the risks of fire, electric shock, personal injury and environmental hazards, as well as comply with established North American & international safety standards. For more information, please download the material preselection free white paper.

All of UL's PWB certification services can be customized to your applications and specifications according to your business goals and needs. This includes:

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