Powering and Charging Safety For Data Sync and Charger Cables

This UL white paper discusses the causes and consequences of the safety issues related to powered connectivity, and presents a brief summary of the results of recent safety testing conducted by UL on ICT power and charging cables and connectors. The paper then reviews the assessment methodology behind UL 9990, Outline of Investigation for Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Power Cables, as well as UL’s ICT power cable safety certification program. The white paper concludes with a discussion of how UL safety-certified data sync, power and charging cables can reduce the risk of damage to ICT devices due to compatibility issues and mitigate fire propagation concerns.